Sawāi Mādhopur

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About Sawāi Mādhopur

Sawāi Mādhopur is small town on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park, a wonderful safari pick in the heart of Rajasthan. Generally, our Hotel Gurus are fans of a traditional safari tent, but with all the luxuries it can afford, and so their recommendations for the best places to stay in Sawāi Mādhopur include plenty of tents, but also plenty of luxury, plus simple guesthouses and heritage hotels.

If you’re planning a visit to India that includes seeing Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, jackals, jaguars, langurs, and a plethora of birdlife, then the best places to stay in Sawāi Mādhopur will be perfect for you, offering fantastic access to the national park’s 1300 square kilometres.

Our Gurus also recommend the best places to stay in Sawāi Mādhopur to anyone looking for a family-friendly Rajasthani base. Its fort is ancient, an oasis of protection, with a number of temples and mosques within, plus gardens and a museum. And Sawāi Mādhopur is close to a number of other temples too, so there’s plenty of cuitural sightseeing to do locally. Sawāi Mādhopur is also known for its guava production.

Whether you’re dreaming of spotting tigers or soaking up Rajasthani culture, the best places to stay in sawai-madhopur promise an enticing base for a memorable trip to the region.

The Best Places to Stay in Sawāi Mādhopur

For a special occasion

  • Aman-i-Khas is a collection of ten extremely luxurious tents: complete with permanent floors, huge living spaces, and seriously glamorous interiors designed to look like Mughal pavilions. The tents are arranged around the campsite, where there’s also a pool, spa and impressive restaurant. Located right on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park, this is a wonderful spot for wildlife spotting, and escaping everything you know — but in serious luxury. Perfect for a honeymoon.

For safari luxury

  • Sher Bagh is a luxurious, but authentic feeling, 12 tent jungle camp on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park. There’s a definite last-days-of-the-Raj choice in decor at Sher Bagh, with piles of walking sticks and pith helmets at reception, 19th century furniture, high quality white linens, copious cushions, comfy slippers and dressing gowns, and hot water bottles under your blankets at night in all the tents. The bathrooms are exquisite, with outdoor showers and beautiful marble floors and basins. And the food and drink are mouth-watering, and served around a campfire, or the infinity pool.
  • The Oberoi Vanyavilas is a collection of luxurious tents, surrounded by lush grounds, and just ten minutes away from the Ranthambore National Park. Expect air conditioning, four-poster beds, and huge bathtubs, along with plenty of animal print and some really beautiful examples of traditional Rajasthani decoration. All come with private terrace or balcony too. The restaurant menu changes daily, but is based on local availability and traditional Rajasthani cuisine. There’s even a spa, a communal fire pit and patisserie classes for children.

For safari chic

  • The Khem Villas is a lush, eco-retreat of old-fashioned, safari-style tents in a magically remote-feeling spot on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park, that’s not actually that remote at all. There are just 22 tents and huts, permanent structures with raised wooden floors and ’proper’ plumbing. There’s even a luxurious spa and plunge pool, as well as the watering hole where you may spot jackals, hyenas and big cats around at dusk while you’re enjoying your sundowner, before the campfire. There are family-friendly options in the restaurant too.

For romantics

  • Nahargarh Ranthambore is a magnificent palace on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park, with a wonderfully grand white exterior, and wonderfully grand white, marble interiors too. Expect regal architectural details: domes, pillars, chandeliers, mosaics, frescoes, vaulted ceilings and fountains. The palace seems to sprawl in scale, and yet it has only 68 rooms and suites, many romantically decorated, with four-poster beds and huge marble bathrooms. All the meals are miraculous in their variety and bounty — and sometimes they even do a barbecue in the gardens. The pools, spa, courtyard gardens and communal areas make this a welcoming base for exploring the park.

For families

  • Dev VIlas offers the option of accommodation within a traditional pink palace hotel or safari tents. There are only 21 rooms and suites, and all offer traditionally luxurious comforts and wonderful access to the Ranthambore National Park. The pool and restaurant are added comforts, all meals are included in the room rate, and there are some great family-friendly options.

For great value

  • Sultan Bagh is a very affordable collection of 20 safari-style tents, complete with simple en suites and four-poster beds, plus a lush garden and swimming pool. Traditional meals are served in the restaurant, and theres a bar and fire pit for the evenings, plus a playground for the kids.
  • Vivanta by Taj Sawāi Mādhopur is a wonderful Art Deco era hotel, with 36 rooms and suites, lush gardens, and understandably safari-themed decor. Expect lavish bathrooms, beautiful furnishings and a pool, spa and fine dining restaurant. As well as a fire pit and barbecue. Colonial, yes, but charmingly so.

For a private apartment or villa

  • If you’d prefer to stay in an apartment or private villa we recommend you visit our online partner, Booking.com.

Travel information

  • Remote Sawāi Mādhopur is a fair journey from any international airport, so be prepared for a bit of an adventure. If you fly into Jaipur Airport, you’re about two hours from Sawāi Mādhopur by train; Delhi Airport is about four and a half hours away by train; or consider Udaipur's Maharana Pratap Airport which is connected to Sawāi Mādhopur by a night train.
  • If you plan to hire a car we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.
  • The best time to visit Sawāi Mādhopur is most related to the best time to visit the Ranthambore National Park. The challenge for park visitors is that Ranthambore, and Rajasthan generally, is really, really hot during the summer months of March through June — temperatures get up to 45°C — but this is still the best time for wildlife spotting. The grasses are all dead, so camping out by the waterholes means you’re really likely to see a lot of wildlife. Come July the rains start and while the national park is lush, it can be a challenging time for a safari, and parts of the national park are closed. The months between October and March are considered winter, when it’s cooler and greener, and while it’s not quite so good for spotting wildlife, it’s a lot more pleasant!

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The best hotels in Sawāi Mādhopur

Sultan Bagh
Sultan Bagh

Rajasthan (Ranthambore)

Just a short drive from the Ranthambore National Park, Sultan Bagh offers safari style accommodation. Luxury en suite tents feature four poster beds & air con. A pleasant garden, swimming pool and bar for relaxing after a busy day in the Park. Traditional Indian cuisine is served in the restaurant.

  • Wildlife Area - This tented camp is ideally located for viewing the tigers in Ranthambore National Park
  • Birdwatching - 350 species of bird in the nearby park
  • Sights nearby - Ranthambore Fort
  • Restaurant
from $101 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Khem Villas
Khem Villas

Sawāi Mādhopur (Rajasthan)

A lush, eco retreat set in an oasis of wildlife off the beaten track. Luxury cottages and tents provide comfortable accommodation in a glorious outdoor setting. A cooling plunge pool and small spa offer ultimate relaxation. Guests can enjoy the hotel bar and evening drinks around the campfire.

  • Back to Nature - The land surrounding the camp has become a natural habitat and is home to jackals, hyenas, jungle cats and many more!
  • Wildlife Area - Ranthambhore National Park, the best place in India to see tigers in the wild
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor fresh water plunge pool, the perfect way to cool off
  • Great walks - 6km of walking tracks within the property
from $140 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Dev VIlas
Dev VIlas

Sawāi Mādhopur (Rajasthan)

Well priced suites and luxury tented accommodation perfectly located for tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park. With a pool, concierge, restaurant and daily safari drives it has all the amenities of a hotel. All meals are included in the rate. A great value stay without scrimping on comfort!

  • Value chic - Great value for tented luxury and all inclusive accommodation
  • Great walks - Guided nature walks
  • Sights nearby - Ranthambore Fort
  • Views
from $185 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Sawai Madhopur Lodge
Sawai Madhopur Lodge

Sawāi Mādhopur

A good value luxury offering this heritage hotel provides a comfortable stay amid the wildlife of Ranthambore National Park. Nestled amidst manicured grounds rooms are safari themed with lavish bathrooms. All this plus a pool, spa and fine dining. A great choice.

  • Back to Nature - A luxurious way to explore Ranthambore National Park
  • Great walks - Guided nature walks
  • Sights nearby - Ranthambore Fort
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor pool
from $188 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Nahargarh Ranthambore
Nahargarh Ranthambore

Sawāi Mādhopur (Sawai Madhopur)

Magnificent nouveau palace hotel on the edge of Ranthambore National Park. Traditional elegance and regal opulence throughout its interiors. Marble floors, chandeliers, arched ceilings, mosaic walls and frescoed ceilings. Romantic rooms and suites have four poster beds. Fantastic Indian food.

  • Safari - Tiger safaris twice a day in Ranthambore National Park.
  • In/by a Nature Reserve - On the edge of Ranthambore National Park.
  • Back to Nature - Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
  • Foodies - Fantastic Indian food.
from $203 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Sher Bagh
Sher Bagh

Sawāi Mādhopur (Khiljipour)

An authentic but luxurious jungle camp on the edge of Rajasthan’s Ranthambhore National Park, one of the best places in India to spot the Bengal tiger. Superb service, immaculate tents and an infinity pool. Magical.

  • Birdwatching - Over 100 species of birds in area
  • Outstanding location - On Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve
  • Full of character - 19th century furniture
  • Spa
from $473 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort
The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort

Sawāi Mādhopur (Sawai Madhopur)

Situated in the jungle, just ten minutes away from Ranthambhore National Park, this is glamping at its finest. Beautiful luxury tents have air-con and plush four-poster beds with animal print rugs atop teak boards, huge bathtubs and every imaginable Oberoi luxury. Enjoy a tiger safari in style!

  • Wildlife Area - Situated on the edge of the Ranthambhore National Park
  • Restaurant - With open fire for chilly evenings. There is a daily changing menu featuring Rajasthani specialities
  • Views - Stunning views over the surrounding area
  • Cooking classes - Patisserie lessons for children
from $658 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Aman-i-Khas
Aman-i-Khas

Sawāi Mādhopur (Rajasthan )

Aman-i-Khas is a luxury campsite just a stone's throw from Ranthambore National Park. Ten lavish tented suites scatter the resort, which has its own swimming pool, spa and restaurant. Wake to the sound of birdsong and views of the surrounding hills before embarking on a safari exploration.

  • Safari - Ranthambore is the best place in India to see tigers in the wild.
  • Birdwatching - Hundreds of migratory birds at Surwal Lake
  • Great walks - Guided nature walks
  • Sights nearby - Ranthambore Fort
from $1294 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees