Rawla Bisalpur, Jawai, Rajasthan, India - Explore & Book

"Set deep in Jawai’s rugged landscape, guarded by an ancient rockface, this 18th-century haveli-turned-heritage hotel isn’t your average safari operator. After morning prayers in the Bisalpur family’s historic shrine, peaceful strolls through the local village, sundowners by the Jawai Lake, and cool dips in the pool, embark on the main event: an evening safari with your hosts – the Singh brothers – who have opened their ancestral home to share their love of the land and its native leopards. Poised beside the atmospheric ruins of the adjacent palace, this tastefully restored Indo-European guesthouse has four comfortable rooms with views across the estate. Days are dictated by the gentle rhythm of long-held traditions and punctuated by homecooked meals with local ingredients, savoured by a crackling fire under the stars. Perfectly positioned as a convenient stopover between Udaipur and Jodhpur, you may come for the safaris, and they don’t disappoint, but you’ll want to stay for the soulful serenity and Rajputana hospitality. Highs The evening safaris offer a unique opportunity to spot leopards away from the crowds It’s great value for such a special experience, with meals and a daily safari included in the rates We’ve heard the food and hospitality is top-notch – a real taste of local culture You can fill your days with activities or simply relax and explore the frescoed walls of the palace ruins We love the eco-friendly initiatives like water harvesting and a zero-plastic policy Lows It is a journey to get to, but the rural location is part of its charm, and you're equidistant from Udaipur and Jodhpur The rooms are comfortable and homely, but don't expect regal glitz and glamour" - Handpicked by our hotel experts