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A beautiful architectural homage to the heritage, culture and beauty of Rajasthan’s past, Chandelao Garh is an adored, historic family home that has been transformed into an immersive cultural journey of a hotel.
Walking through the rooms here, you feel the love for this building and the stories that it tells. Family photographs, royal portraits, local art and handiworks adorn the walls while the traditional furniture is the perfect accompaniment to the intricate architectural detailing. The rooms are divided between what was once the family’s stables and those in the historical men’s quarters with both offering an authentic glimpse into Rajasthani history.
Meals are freshly prepared traditional dishes using locally sourced ingredients and served in the arched stone dining room, our outside under the dark star-lit skies. The ancient walls of the building encircle the inner courtyard, their warm stone providing an idyllic backdrop to the vast outdoor pool. Serenity here seeps into your soul as you wander the stone paths of the hotel, relax in the shade of the trees or head out to explore the plethora of local temples and snapshots of rural life in Rajasthan.
What we love
- Venturing out by jeep into the countryside of western Rajasthan offers the inimitable opportunity to envelop yourself in this microcosm of rural life. Viewing local artisans at work, spotting antelopes and vultures and stopping at a Bishnoi homestead all lead to a truly immersive journey that leaves an indelible impression
- The birds in this quiet corner of Rajasthan draw bird watchers from across the world. Visit between October and March and you’ll spot a myriad of migratory species across the fields and lakes
- A camel cart ride to a rocky outcrop, the sun setting over the Thar desert and the limitless stars of the night sky all combine into the perfect backdrop for the hotel’s open fire barbecue
Chandelao Garh is only a short drive from Jodhpur, but it feels remote and deeply rural. The emphasis is not on flashy modern facilities, but on celebrating the heritage culture, architecture and lifestyle of this time-honoured way of lifeChandelao Garh welcomes children with family rooms on offer.The hotel owners established Sunder Rang, an arts and craft project for local women, next door to the hotel. Celebrating and teaching traditional handiwork the enterprise facilitates a sustainable livelihood for the local community. There is also a fund from the hotel to help support the local school and improve the educational opportunities in the village. As much of the food served in the hotel’s restaurant as possible supports the farm-to-table ethos of using local produce to contribute to the regional economy.Only 40km from Jodhpur airport and 45km from the station, Chandelao Garh is easy to reach from the city and a welcome, peaceful retreat in the Rajasthan countryside, away from the hustle of the blue city’s maze of streets. The hotel is close to the traditional rural village of Chandelao, with its vibrant bazaars and narrow streets.What our travellers say
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