Description
Rohet Garh is a 375 year old Rajput style fort set in rural countryside, yet just half an hours drive from Jodhpur. It is a true desert oasis with its flower filled gardens, a swimming pool and beautiful rooms with lake views. The hotel is situated on the edge of the local village and is run by the ruling Maharajah and his family.
Rohet Garh offers 34 well appointed rooms and suites featuring antique furniture, frescoes and air conditioning. The hotel is also famous for its fine cuisine and the acclaimed chef is the author of several cook books.
You can laze by the pool or drink tea on the immaculate lawns or alternatively, for the more active there are plenty of excursions available. The owner of Rohet has an infectious passion for horses and riding and will happily take you around his stables and out for a day’s riding, discovering local villages and the local wildlife. There is also the opportunity to stay in their new and extremely romantic Wilderness Camp (see separate property). Also on offer at the hotel are cookery lessons, village safaris, camel safaris and picnics in the countryside.
Accommodation
Rohet Garh offers 34 Rooms and Suites. 6 Luxury Tents are available at their Wilderness Camp. Rooms and suites feature antique furniture, frescoes and air conditioning.
Childcare
Children are accepted but there are no specific facilities.
Facilities
Facilities at the hotel include a swimming pool, a beautifully appointed lounge and stunning landscaped gardens.
Activities
Activities offered by the hotel include safaris, village safaris offering guests the chance to interact with local craftsmen, shepherds, ecologists and villagers to get a true feel for local area, birdwatching, royal picnics and culinary workshops to master the delights of traditional Indian cuisine.
When to travel
Jodhpur's climate is of an extreme type, with the variations in temperature range being very high. Weather in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is dry and hot, a typical desert weather. The average annual rainfall is approximately 32 cm. In summer, the maximum temperature is around 42°C and the minimum temperature is around 37°C. In winters, the maximum is around 27.5°C and minimum temperature is around 15.5°C. Jodhpur is bright and sunny throughout the year. The best season to visit is between October and March, when the climatic conditions are the best.
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Location and directions
Rohet, Nr Jodhpur, India
Rohet Garh is set on the edge of the Thar Desert, near the village of Rohat, about 60km from Jodhpur, in Rajasthan.
How to get there
9-hour International flight to Delhi Indira Gandhi International followed by a 1-hour domestic flight. Rohet Garh is easily accessible by air, as it is situated 40 km from the nearest airport at Jodhpur, a 45-minute drive through scenic countryside.
