SUJAN The Serai

It’s a 45-minute drive to Jaisalmer so if you’re here for the city sights, you may be better off adding some nights in the city to your stay

The menu can be somewhat limited if you’re staying more than a couple of days

As you’re in a National Park with plenty of wildlife, we recommend keeping your tent zipped up to avoid attracting lizards and insects

Families are welcome, but the peaceful atmosphere is better suited to well-behaved kids to avoid disturbing other guests. The Luxury Tented Suites have a private walled courtyard and plunge pool, making them ideal for families or anyone seeking privacy.

Cots and extra beds are available, while children’s meals can be arranged in the restaurant with some notice.

The owners are keen environmentalists and have planted many trees around their properties as part of a rewilding initiative. In 1976, they co-established The SNS Foundation, which strives to educate communities so they can establish economic independence.

Most of the hotel staff are from surrounding rural communities and all of the experiences at the property are carefully designed to give back to the community. They also take in lesser-visited areas to avoid over tourism, and a small portion of every stay goes towards conservation initiatives in the local area.

Set on a vast estate in the Great Thar Desert National Park, approximately a 1-hour drive from Jaisalmer Airport.