Shahpura Bagh

Rooms

The 11 rooms are decorated in rich jewel palettes of ruby reds and emerald greens. Interiors channel that classical Raj-era style, synonymous with the abodes of Rajasthan’s most-prominent families: regal rolltop baths, capacious four-poster beds, polished writing bureaus, and framed photographs and paintings of ancestors through the years. All are an excellent size, but the Royal Suites could fit a 2-story house beneath their lofty ceilings.

A pair of Luxury Villa Suites sit in a separate bungalow with private terraces and not very traditional, but very luxurious, outdoor showers. A romantic treat for couples, these rooms share a courtyard so would also suit a family/friends travelling together.

Features include:

• Bathrobes
• Fan
• Hairdryer
• In-room treatments available
• Minibar
• Safe box
• WiFi

Eating

Breakfast is served on the lawn, with views of white cranes soaring over the fields and cows lolloping between them. A selection of jams and fresh fruit is placed on your table, accompanied by milk and yoghurt direct from Shahpura’s on-site dairy. Choose from eggs to order, and your choice of a Full English or Indian Breakfast.

Lunch is a small selection of sandwiches and Indian snacks - pakora, samosa and paratha - though you can request something specific if you prefer. Of an evening, begin the night with drinks by the pool, before moving to the grandeur of the dining room, with its hunting trophies and glistening silverware. Start with a hot or cold soup (depending on the season). Bowls cleared, your table will begin to fill with all manner of delicious Indian dishes: roasted aubergine, fried okra, tomato chutneys, daal, chicken tikka, egg curry, and so on. Recipes are family ones, passed down through the generations and prepared by Shahpura’s long-serving and trusted chef.

Features include:

• Bar
• Breakfast
• Coffee maker
• Restaurant
• Room service

Activities

• A highlight is definitely the Dhikhola Fort Dining Experience, organised by the hotel, which includes a private dinner at the 400-year-old fort, which is reserved entirely for you and your partner, friends or family. Think wine (or unlimited beer), a private guide, candles, fireworks and an incredible set Indian menu.
  
• Walking trails lead around the 45 acres of gardens and fields, interspersed by hammocks at scenic points. Or boat across the tranquil lakes
  
• Shahpura Bagh sits on the edge of a large and bustling rural village. Even a bike ride outside the hotel's wrought-iron gates is something of an adventure, amidst herds of cows, fruit sellers, honking motorbikes, and bangle sellers
  
• Join the traditional Hatha yoga class out on the terrace each morning at 6.30am, or try your hand at an interactive cooking lesson
  
• Recline by the infinity pool and enjoy High Tea
  
• For an authentic journey through Rajasthan's farming communities, visit a 140-acre working farm, bordering Shahpura’s largest water body, Nahar Sagar
  
• Children will love the bumpy bullock-cart ride and visiting the local school
  
• With its abundance of wetlands, Shahpura is a haven for birdwatchers; there are over 180 species to be spotted. You’ll find a check-list in your room, so you can tick them off as you go!
  
• Most importantly, take time to relax. Shahpura is where travellers come for a change in tempo between Rajasthan’s major cities. Laze by the pool and enjoy the peace and quiet, or if you're feeling more energetic, explore the rural surrounds on a private cycling tour (there's a picnic provided if you're peckish)

Activities on site or nearby include:

• Art classes
• Birdwatching
• Camel rides
• Cooking classes
• Cycling
• Historical sites
• Private guided tours
• Table tennis
• Wildlife
• Yoga

Kids

Though there are no restrictions, noisy children might disrupt the tranquility of Shahpura Bagh. Well-behaved little ones are more than welcome though, and with a bounty of outdoor activities, from farm visits to bullock-cart rides, they'll find plenty to keep themselves entertained. Kids under 6 stay for free.

Best for:

Babies (0-1 years), Children (4-12 years)

Family friendly accommodation:

The 2 Luxury Villa Suites can be set up as double or twin rooms, each with 2 additional baby cots/extra beds, and share an inter-connecting courtyard. Both have an ensuite bathroom with tub and an open-air shower. The Royal Suites have space for 2 baby cots or extra beds; Suites have space for 1 baby cot or extra bed.

Distances:

• Airport: (4 hours' drive, Jaipur)
• Shop: 1km
• Medical facility: 2km

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

The hotel sits on the edge of a large rural village, Shahpura, and is the perfect stopover between Jaipur and Udaipur (230/220km respectively). It also makes a good stop before or after Ranthambore (210km) or Jodhpur (250km).

By Air:
Delhi Indira Gandhi (251km away) is the nearest international airport but it's 8 hours' drive from here. Jaipur and Udaipur are a bit closer (approx 4 hours' drive), both reachable by internal flight from Delhi.

Most guests arrive with a driver. You can arrange a car and driver for your entire India holiday via our Tailormade Tour Operator. Otherwise the hotel can arrange an airport transfer.

By Train:
The area is remote and not served by public transport. The closest train station is at Bhilwara, 50km (an hour's drive) away. If you come by train, you can jump in a rickshaw for the final leg.

Detailed directions will be sent when you book through i-escape.