Ranvas

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“Following a twenty year renovation by the Maharajah of Jodhpur this collection of havelis is a chic oasis in the heart of the Thar desert. Film set worthy rooms and impossibly romantic candlelit dinners make it ideal for couples. One of the best places to embark on a horse or camel safari.”

Hotel review

Meticulously and beautifully developed this is much more than a hotel. Ten separate haveli comprising 33 bedrooms, the Ranvas were built in 18th century for the wives of Maharaja Bakhat Singh of Jodhpur within the Ahhichatragarh Fort at Nagaur and are now offered as guest accommodation after a 20-year renovation project by the current Maharaja of Jodhpur. Traditonal building methods were used to create these stunningly appointed rooms, embellished with local artefacts, that want for nothing in modern comfort. There is a swimming pool and spa, plus two restaurants, serving both Mughal Sufi food and international cuisine.

Geraldine Keith
Geraldine Keith Review published: 18/05/2011

Recommended for

  • Honeymoons

    • A regal and romantic escape with candlelit dinners in the fragrant gardens and indulgent interiors worthy of the Maharaja.

  • Total relaxation

    • Unwind in style in the frescoed halls, temples, and Mughal pleasure gardens, not to mention the spa.

  • Sights nearby

    • The desert towns of Bikaner, with its incredible fort and Mandawa konwn for its painted havelis are a drive away.

  • Museums

    • Check out the nextdoor palace and museum complex and learn about the sites history.

  • Great walks

    • Hike the perimeter of the 12th-century fort’s magnificent ramparts.

  • Other Activities

    • Every February Naguar plays hotel to the World Sufi Spirit Festival.

  • Riding

    • The hotel will organise camel or horse riding safaris.

  • Good wine list

  • Restaurant

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Remote

  • Free wifi

  • Romantic

  • Boutique

  • Four poster beds

  • Luxury

  • Artworks

  • Child friendly

  • Village

  • Chic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    34 rooms in this hotel

  • Air conditioning

  • Good wine list

  • Restaurant

  • No pets

  • Massage

  • Outdoor dining

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Parking

  • Safe

  • Free wifi

  • Garden

  • Wifi

  • Four poster beds

  • Concierge

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

  • Swimming Pool

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • The desert towns of Bikaner, with its incredible fort and Mandawa konwn for its painted havelis are a drive away.

  • Museums

    • Check out the nextdoor palace and museum complex and learn about the sites history.

  • Great walks

    • Hike the perimeter of the 12th-century fort’s magnificent ramparts.

  • Other Activities

    • Every February Naguar plays hotel to the World Sufi Spirit Festival.

  • Riding

    • The hotel will organise camel or horse riding safaris.

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Other reviews

AT HOME WITH THE MAHARAJA

"10 havelis - previously the residences of queens - within the walled fourth-century Ahhichatragarh Fort, which have been fully restored and fitted with 33 bedrooms (all have private courtyards and outside living areas decorated with artisanal furnishings from the region)."

Originally published by Conde Nast Traveller

Ranvas

"You can wander its frescoed halls and pleasure gardens by moonlight, drink in hand, and feel the pulse of history."

Originally published by The Telegraph

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