Hotel Garh Jaisal Haveli

Garh Jaisal Haveli is a great place to stay in Jaisalmer. The staff are really friendly, especially in the kitchen—they’re always smiling and happy to serve. It really feels like you are staying at your friend's place. I had a little mishap with my medication running out (not ideal when you're traveling), but the manager was incredibly kind. He didn’t hesitate—he actually took me on his motorbike to help me get a replacement! I didn’t even ask, and yet he went out of his way to help. That’s the kind of hospitality that really makes an impression. The room is nice, full of character, and has a cozy, old-time feel. They also arranged a city tour for me, which was really informative and reasonably priced. The desert safari, where I slept under the stars, was an unforgettable experience. The food was another highlight. The restaurant offers fresh, flavorful meals that made me feel like I was eating a home-cooked meal. But what really makes Garh Jaisal Haveli stand out is the family atmosphere. The owner actually lives next door, and the whole place is run by the family. It’s this personal touch that makes staying here so unique. If you want an authentic, homey experience in Jaisalmer, this is the place. I’ll definitely be back!

What a beautiful haveli! The rooms are gorgeous and the view from the rooftop restaurant is amazing. It is right inside the fort as the fort is a living fort. So there are havelis and temples and shops etc with people living there inside. The car cannot go inside the fort but there are tuk tuks that can take luggage as well as passengers up to the haveli. They charged ₹100 for one way. Food in the restaurant was also very tasty. We chose to have parathas, poha and fruit for breakfast though they have eggs, pancakes etc as well as options. Service was great!

A quaint and charming heritage hotel built into the ramparts of the old fort. Our rooms were clean and well decorated, with lovely little window perches offering panoramic views over the city. Clean and well maintained. We visited in early July during off season (it was quiet then but I can see that it would be a popular hotel during peak season) and it really felt like home. We were given such a genuine welcome by the staff there in particular the principal manager and host who was working there from Nepal, that it really felt like home - he really looked after us all so well. Breakfast was varied and tasty with wonderful views. The children loved it and didn't want to leave. There are no TVs in the hotel rooms but you don't miss them. All rooms have AC, hot water etc. It is an unique and unusual hotel experience and we would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay in Jaisalmer.