HERITAGE HOTELS OF INDIA

MOUNT ABU

MOUNT ABU

Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan is in the Godwad region of Rajasthan. Undulating Aravallis on one side and semi-arid plains on the other, makes this area even more interesting. An important Jain pilgrimage centre, it is also very popular with holiday makers and honeymooners. The flowering trees and shrubs make this region a nature lover's paradise. Not very far from here are the famed jain temples of Ranakpur. Built in the 15th century, these temples are very well preserved and attract thousands of tourists every year.

CAMA RAJPUTANA CLUB RESORT

Near Circuit House
42 rooms. Downtown 3 kms.
Swimming Pool. MULTICUISINE

CONNAUGHT HOUSE (MOUNT ABU - RAJASTHAN)

This was the official summer residence of Sir Donald Field, chief minister of the princely state of Jodhpur. It is still with the Maharajah of Jodhpur and is available to tourists and other holiday makers. Connaught House is well maintained.  New rooms have been added to the old cottages. It's secluded location gives complete privacy to the visitor. The main market place and the famous Nakki Lake are within walking distance. The place is ideal for leisure activities.

ACCESS :
    BY ROAD : UDAIPUR - 185 KMS.
    BY RAIL : ABU ROAD - 15 KMS.
    BY AIR : UDAIPUR - 185 KMS.

KESAR BHAWAN PALACE

Kesar bhawan is one of the oldest palaces in Mt. Abu built in 1868 A.D. belonging to Maharaja Kumar Daivat Singh of Sirohi whose ancestor Maharao Lumba conquered the hill of Mt Abu in 1311 A.D. The Sirohi royal family built another palace in 1913 A.D. and from then the Kesar Bhawan was used as the guest house for visiting dignitories. For a hundred years now several Maharajas and royal guests from the West have been entertained in Kesar Bhawan. Built to suit the climatic conditions of Mt Abu which has an average rainfall of 150 inches annually, the palace has a closed corridor running around the building providing it protection from the rain. Each bedroom has its own private balcony which provides a panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys. An environment-friendly hotel, it lays great emphasis on conservation and has adopted several energy saving devices.

ACCOMMODATION : 10 DBL ROOMS.
ADDRESS : KESAR BHAWAN PALACE, MT ABU.

PALACE HOTEL ( BIKANER HOUSE ) ( MOUNT ABU - RAJASTHAN )

Bikaner house, designed by Sir Swinton Jacob in 1894 for the Minor Maharajah Ganga Singh of Bikaner, served as the summer resort of the princely state of Bikaner. It was converted into a full-fledged hotel in 1962. It is one of the largest hotels in Mt.Abu. In the early days, this palace was the venue for several stately dinners and parties and a centre for activities in the elite social circuit of Mt Abu. The facilities available here include two tennis courts, badminton, table tennis and billiards. It is convenient to make a visit to the famous Dilwara temple, a short distance away. The palace has a conference hall and two dining halls and its rooms are done in period decor and elegantly furnished.

ACCOMMODATION : 38 ROOMS.
ADDRESS : PALACE HOTEL, DILWARA ROAD, MT.ABU-307501.
ACCESS :
BY ROAD : UDAIPUR - 185 KMS.
BY RAIL : ABU ROAD - 27 KMS.
BY AIR : UDAIPUR - 185 KMS.

SUNRISE PALACE (BHARATPUR HOUSE)

Situated on one of the highest points in Mount Abu is the summer palace of the maharaja of Bharatpur - now called the Sunrise Palace Hotel, it provides a breathtaking panoramic view of of the lush green Aravallis surrounding it. The 80-year old palace has a fairy tale charm to it and is built like a typical British-style mansion. It has large spacious rooms, which have been done tastefully and provide all comforts to the guests. Popular with honeymooners as well as those looking for a peaceful holiday, there are open terraces which allow guests to sit outside and enjoy the scenic beauty. All parties and get togethers as well as sight-seeing tours can be arranged from the hotel.

ACCOMMODATION : 16 ROOMS AND A MULTI-CUISINE RESTAURANT.

ADDRESS : SUNRISE PALACE, BHARATPUR KOTHI, MT ABU-307501.