Name: Jaisalmer
Rating: 3.1

Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer Overview

The Mandir Palace a two-century-old architecture is the most elegant heritage hotels in the city of Jaisalmer. The hotel offers an ambience of medieval charm with a glimpse of modern amenities. It is adorned with exquisite stone carvings, ornate balconies, canopies that represent the craftsmanship in its purest form.

The rooms and interiors are refurbished keeping intact the ancient ambience yet newly furnished. The Badal Vilas is a significant attraction of this palace. It is the tallest tower-like structure below the hilltop city fort. Mandir Palace of Jaisalmer was built by the Maharaja Jawahir Singh boasting a huge collection of finely carved stones, yellow stone interiors and, grandiose pillars and overlooking balcony. The palace provides an unrivalled view of the entire city and its surrounding structures. Apart from this, the hotel has a list of facilities and recreational activities such as air-conditioned rooms, suites, old silver furniture, organized safaris, internet access, swimming pool, badminton court, laundry service, house museum and so on. Mandir Palace Heritage hotel also houses one of the finest restaurants with exquisite Rajasthani cuisine.

History of the palace

Mandir Palace is a 200-year-old palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The attraction belongs to the medieval times and was built as the Royal residence of the Maharawal Moolraji Family in late 1700s. Maharawal Moolraji wanted a grand residence around the temples of Jaisalmer. Some portions of the house were built by him and some, by his descendants. With each generation, the Palace designs were improvised to accommodate the latest architectural evolution but the essence was maintained throughout. The Golden Suites are the first ever suites built. The came the Surya Mahal Suites, and later the Badal Villas and the Jawar Villas (the most recent additions to the palace). At present, Mandir Palace has been transformed into a heritage hotel and opened to the public who want a taste of the royal lifestyle.

Origins of Mandir Palace Hotel, Jaisalmer

Mandir Palace Heritage Hotel is considered to be one of the latest additions to the list of cultural attractions in Jaisalmer. Ever since its establishment as a heritage hotel, it has drawn tourists in a considerable number. The accommodation guarantees a regal experience to their guests and so do the facilities. They provide Deluxe Single Rooms and Deluxe Double Rooms for their guests along with the Surya Mahal Suites and the Golden Suites (the King Suites) which are the best of the bests at Mandir Palace. Some of these rooms are over a century old but there is no scarcity of modern amenities. The Hotel Staff is efficient and ensures their guests have a comfortable stay at the Mandir Palace.

Facilities of Mandir Palace Hotel, Jaisalmer

Mandir Palace Heritage Hotel provides amenities like Parking, Room Service, Laundry Services, various modes of payment, Transportation Services, Travel Counter, Car & Two-wheeler rentals, Airport Drops and Pickups, 24x7 Security, CCTV, Doctor on Call, Wheelchair, a wheelchair ramp, Concierge, Ironing Services, Hot Water, Lockers, Newspapers, Wi-Fi, 24-hour power supply, Packed Lunches, Conference and Meeting Facilities etc. They also have outdoor and indoor facilities like Swimming Pool, Outdoor Pool, Barbeque, Garden, Terraces, and a Play area for Children.

Places to Visit around Mandir Palace Hotel

Those staying at Mandir Palace in Jaisalmer would also find a number of other attractions located at close proximity from the Heritage Hotel. Tourists can head to the Desert Art Gallery, go on a Camel Safari or a Caravan Safari on the Thar Desert. They can also go shopping for artwork, apparel and jewellery in the city. Other attractions like Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Jain Temples, Patwon Ki Haveli, Tazia Tower etc. can also be explored. They are all located quite close to the heritage hotel and tourists can request the hotel staff to either arrange for a cab or a complete tour of the city.