Description
The property is 120 years old and was the home of the rulers of Shahpura. Set in 30 acres of garden and pasture and surrounded by lakes, it is a very special and ultimately peaceful little oasis, situated midway between Jaipur and Udaipur.
With its idyllic and unspoilt rural setting, this is a place to come for at least a couple of nights as it provides a restful break in an otherwise hectic, city-based itinerary.
All rooms are centrally air conditioned, with overhead fans, and attached bathrooms with bath and shower. On account of the buildings not being purpose built, all rooms vary in shape, size and design.
There is one dining room in the main building where meals are eaten on very cold or very times of year. At other times, dining is al fresco, in the sunshine or candlelit under the stars, in the garden. The cuisine comprises simple Continental, and Indian recipes and is organic whenever possible as much of the vegetables come from their own vegetable garden. The hotel offers a buffet and table d’hote dining. Room service is also readily available. Special private dinners can also be arranged.
The real delight of Shahpura Bagh is the chance to explore nearby local villages and get off the main tourist routes.
Accommodation
Accommodation comprises 8 rooms. There are 5 suites and 3 standard rooms. Handmade Kilms, and old Kashmiri carpets contrast white lime plaster floors. The rooms are adorned with antique paintings, furniture draped in luxurious silk upholstery. Bathrooms feature twin wash basins, rain showers and organic Biotique toiletries.
Childcare
The resort accepts children of all ages. Children may be accommodated in their parent’s bedroom for an extra charge and there is a child care service available. A play-station can also be provided.
Facilities
Facilities at Shahpura Bagh include a spacious sitting room, bicycles, jeeps for local excursions, local massages, library and there is a play-station for children. Dining is usually al fresco in the garden but there is a dining room for those colder days and nights. Simple Continental and Indian cuisine is served using local produce and ingredients from the hotel's vegetable garden.
Activities
Activities at the hotel include yoga classes, table tennis. Hotel reception will be happy to arrange sightseeing excursions, picnics and barbecues, cycling, fishing, boat trips, walking tours, bird watching walks around the lakes and hiking. Excursions offered by the hotel include visits to Shahpura to see traditional local artists at work, Jaipur, famous for its monuments and markets, jeep safaris and visits to the local temple.
When to travel
Mix of hot and pleasant climate. Summer (March to June) are hot and temperature lies between 30°C to 43°C. Winters are very pleasant with a temperature band of 11°C to 25°C. Monsoons are humid and moderate. Best time to visit is from September to March.
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Location and directions
Shahpura, India
Set in 45 acres of garden and pasture and surrounded by lakes, it is situated midway between Jaipur and Udaipur.
How to get there
9-hour international flight to Delhi Indira Gandhi International followed by a 1-hour domestic flight to Jaipur. The Airport in Jaipur is a 5-hour drive from Shahpura Bagh.
