Mandawa Hotels

Desert Resort - Mandawa

The Desert Resort reflects the traditional harmony between man and nature in the legendary Shekhawati region. A pioneer in mud architecture, the award winning Desert Resort was built in1985. The brain-child of Thakur kesri Singh, a former banker, the resort was created as an extension of his hobbies. One can see his private collection of Vintage cars, play billiards, go for a horse ride/camel ride or do a bit of bird watching at the oasis created specially at the resort. The mystery and romance of desert are captured in the unusual architecture of the resort. Recreated in the style of a typical Rajasthani village, The Desert Resort is a verdant oasis in the midst of a stark desert landscape. The legends of this historic colourful land have been captured in the murals and frescoes of its Havelis, Forts, Temples, and cenotaphs. Set against this exotic backdrop is The Desert Resort, Mandawa.
Accommodation :
There are about 60 rooms in the Hotel Desert Resort. Each cottage and room is furnished in a distinctive style. The exteriors are decorated with traditional lime-paste “MANDANA” or rice-flour patterns which are redone daily by women from the village, while the interiors are ornamented with mirror-work and glass beads in myriad colours. Each cottage has a sitting room and a spacious bathroom, complimented by woven fabric and hand-made pottery. Apart from the cottages, guests can choose to stay in the spacious deluxe suites.
Restaurants :
Authentic Rajasthani cuisine served in traditional earthenware make dining a gastronomic delight. The dinning room is ornamented with mirror-work and glass beads. Meals are also served in the open where guests can enjoy the charm of the desert entertained by local musicians.
Facilities:
Facilities offered at the resort include a conference room, billiard room, pool table, swimming pool, badminton court, croquet, table tennis, an ayurvedic massage centre and bar for recreation. The resort also organizes traditional welcome with tilak and garlands, theme weddings, gala evenings, sand dune dinners, camel horse and jeep rides/safaris, nature trails, puppet shows, folk dances and also a heritage walk of Mandawa. Guests can also visit the in-house dairy at the resort.
Location :
Visitors to this haven peopled by camels, peacocks, birds and khejri trees, can experience a whole new world - the aesthetic charm of the rural without compromising on luxury or comfort.
Distance from Jaipur Airport: 170 kms (approx.)
Distance from Jaipur Railway Station: 176 kms (approx.)