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TIKLI BOTTOM
NEW DELHI
A modern Lutyens-style four bedroom property just an hour from the airport, Tikli Bottom is a delight. Owners Martin and Annie Howard invite guests to live en famille in a captivating blend of India and England. Impeccable taste is evident throughout and blended with comfortable and elegant bedrooms, a manicured 16-acre organic farmstead and lovely gardens nestling against a backdrop of the Aravalli hills. Winter visitors are cosseted by a roaring fire, in summer you can choose to sleep in one of two garden temples, and throughout there is fine conversation, excellent dining and the warmest of welcomes. Ideal for a soft landing or as a treat before the flight home. 
DEOGARH MAHAL
DEOGARH
Very much family run, Deogarh Mahal is a delightfully charming hotel. The 300-year-old building has been wonderfully restored by the family into a small, intimate hotel renowned for it’s character. The 45 rooms and suites are each unique within their classic Rajasthani theme. There is a swimming pool and a number of balconies to enjoy as well as the surrounding town to explore. Deogarh is situated 170kms from Jodhpur and 190kms from Udaipur (via Kumbalgarh and Ranakpur).
TAJ LAKE PALACE
UDAIPUR
A member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World this superb palace rises majestically from Lake Pichola. Built in 1746 as a palace for Maharana Jagat Singh II, Lake Palace has retained the beauty and serenity that has enchanted every guest that has stayed there. The romance of the location is only matched by the breathtaking designs spread throughout this magnificent building. The 85 rooms and suites look either across the lake or the beautiful inner courtyard and retain classic Indian designs and themes.
SAMODE PALACE
SAMODE
Situated in the Aravalli Hills north of Jaipur, Samode Palace was founded over 400 years ago and is a magnificent example of Rajput-Mughal architecture. The 43 rooms and suites within this vast palace boast some of the finest frescoes and mirror-work in the state, creating a series of uniquely beautiful and breathtaking rooms. With an endless array of courtyards, balconies and levels, and a magnificent swimming pool, Samode Palace is a truly enchanting hotel and is situated 42kms from Jaipur and 230kms from Delhi.
BHAINSRORGARH FORT
BHAINSRORGARH
Situated south‐west of Kota, this impressive, rambling 18th century fort is surrounded by its own village and sits high on a promontory jutting out into the River Chambal. Bhainsrorgarh is very much a family concern and, with various members acting as your host, it is a homely place to stay. The food is simple but delicious Rajasthani home cooking and meals are either taken in the dining room or on the spectacular rooftop terrace. The traditional 9 bedrooms are spotless and charming with large bathrooms with modern fittings. The pretty gardens are the perfect resting spot and the calm river is beautiful to explore by boat at dawn and dusk.
SAMODE HAVELI
JAIPUR
Lying in the heart of Jaipur, the townhouse of the Samode Family is a sanctuary within the city. Oozing charm and character, with its pretty courtyards, swimming pool and leafy garden, it is difficult to believe that from this sanctuary you can stroll out into the bustling city streets. With only 38 rooms and suites guests receive constant attention. The hotel is home to stunning frescoes and two exquisite suites are covered almost entirely by mirror work making Samode Haveli an impeccable example of Rajasthani style at its best. With its antique furniture, furnishings and original works‐of‐art, the hotel is a reminder of gracious living and style of a bygone era.
CHHATRA SAGAR
A truly magical place, which comprises of 13 wonderfully, designed tents pitched on a dam overlooking a lake that is noted for its birdlife. The warm and welcoming Nimaj family are all personally involved in looking after guests whilst the tents are amongst the best of their kind with all of them attractive and comfortable as well as having good bathrooms and a small dressing room. Each tent is pitched to ensure privacy and all directly face the enchanting lake with your veranda affording exceptional, uninterrupted views and virtually no sign of habitation.
RANVAS
NAGAUR
This stunning hotel lies within the ramparts of Nagaurs magnificent Ahhichatracharh Fort, on the edge of the Thar Desert. Over many years, this exquisitely beautiful fort has been painstakingly and brilliantly restored to its former glory, through the efforts of the Maharaja of Jodhpur. Ranvas (formerly the ‘abode’ of the queens) comprises 10 very private havelis surrounding a large courtyard and pool area, within a palace complex inside the fort walls. Each haveli is entirely different in shape, size and design and comprises 2 suites, a spa room, inner courtyards, covered verandahs and upstairs terraces. Ranvas also features a swimming pool, spa, library and two restaurants.
RAAS
JODHPUR
This intimate boutique hotel lies at the foot of the mighty Meherangarh Fort, in the heart of the walled city and the views of the fort looming above are spectacular. The hotel comprises of four beautiful old, restored, red sandstone buildings juxtaposed with slick, modern interiors. Raas is young at heart and different and has a pretty central swimming pool, an enchanting spa, an atmospheric dining room, café and terraces. Almost all of the 39 rooms and suites have fort views, some have balconies and some have terraces. Strolling away from the excitement, hustle and bustle of the old town and walking under Raas’ imposing gateway is like entering a hidden oasis.
SHAHPURA BAGH
SHAHPURA
With its idyllic and unspoilt rural setting in 45 acres of garden and pasture, this special little oasis is family run and provides the perfect, peaceful break from travelling. Formerly the summer home of the rulers of Shahpura, it comprises of 2 residences. One has been completely restored and houses 6 spacious, light, airy suites. Other delightful rooms are hidden away in the pretty walled garden and in the main residence. Shahpura Bagh also boasts delicious Rajasthani home‐cooking, an exquisite swimming pool and activities which include walking, bicycles, bird watching, exploring the town and local forts and villages.