Hotel Desert Resort
In the heart of Rajasthan , the colourful land of the Rajputs is the region
of Shekhawati, taking its name from the powerful Shekhawat clan. The legends
of this historic land have been captured in the murals and frescoes of its
Havelis, Forts, Temples, and cenotaphs. Set against this exotic backdrop
is The Desert Resort , Mandawa.
The mystery and romance of the desert are captured in the
unusual architecture
of the resort. Recreated in the style
of a typical Rajasthani village, The
Desert Resort is a verdant oasis in the midst of a stark desert landscape.
Visitors to this haven peopled by camels, peacocks, birds and khejri trees,
can experience a whole new world - the aesthetic charm of the rural without
compromising on luxury or comfort. The Desert Resort reflects the traditional
harmony between man and nature in the region.
History
The Desert Resort built on a sand dune, was started in 1985 with 8 cottages.
Built almost entirely with materials available locally, extensive surveys
and research was first carried out in the area regarding the lifestyle of
the villagers and the local architecture.
The cottages and rooms are made of bricks and plastered over with mud to
retain authenticity. Lime paste 'mandanas are done regularly by the village
women employed there. Today the resort has 60 rooms including cottages and
spacious deluxe suites, conference room, swimming pool and other facilities.
Rooms
There are 60 well-furnished, air-conditioned rooms including cottages and
spacious deluxe suites. Each cottage and room is furnished in a distinctive
style.
The exteriors are decorated with traditional lime-paste “MANDANA”
or rice-flour patterns which are redone daily by women from the village,
while the interiors are ornamented with mirror-work and glass beads in myriad
colours.
Authenticity blends seamlessly with modernity. Each cottage has a sitting
room and a spacious bathroom, complimented by woven fabric and hand-made
pottery. Apart from the cottages, guests can choose to stay in the spacious
deluxe suites. The Resort also has special rooms and deals for the Handicapped.
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