It isn't all bad. The buildings are impressive, some of the excursions are worthwhile, and it's probably excellent for large parties of yoga devotees or small groups of horse riders. The cocktail time with music in an inside courtyard before dinner is pleasant. Dinner was served by the pool, which was fine, if noisy. Otherwise we found it a bit... More

After traveling for weeks in rural India, it was a relief to come to this detached and quiet castle. The cocktail hours are delightful. We had one poolside and one in the welcoming chamber where there was a partial bar and live music. They were lovely about letting us stay up late into the night simply talking and enjoying one... More

This beautiful palace offers a unique insight into regal India. It doesn't feel like a 5 star hotel although it has many of the attributes without the gloss. The staff are helpful and friendly. The rooms are exquisite. The pool is lovely and the food was plentiful and authentic. You can watch the sun rise from a window seat in... More

Tucked away in the rural heart of southern Rajasthan along miles of dreadful roadway this was definitely worth the trip. The hotel is a splendid series of courtyards and balconies and there is a beautiful swimming pool if you don't visit in Winter. We had pre-dinner drinks around flaming braziers and spoke with the charming and gracious owner, the Rao... More

Remember you are in the middle of nowhere India - there are no hotel chains. And the people who live here have lived here for generations. We stayed 2 nights here as the start of a trip around Rajastan. Our room was very nice sized as was the bathroom. We were up on the 3rd floor and able to sit... More

I was so disappointed with my stay here that I think this may be a rather long, detailed review. The headlines are – expect a 3 star hotel (just) with 2 star service and 4 star prices. Due to the location and building it has the potential to be wonderful but I would advise them to employ someone external and... More

This is not a 5* hotel. Castle Bijaipur is far more than that! 5* hotels you can get anywhere, but there will only be one Bijaipur. The staff are warm and friendly, and can't do enough to help. The friendlier you are to them the friendlier they are back. The Rao and his family are delightful, and welcome you in... More

We spent 2 nights at Bijaipur on a tour of Rajasthan and, having read the reviews and seen its website, were really looking forward to staying here. However, we found our stay disappointing and not quite the relaxing break we had hoped for or that their website had promised. It's a beautiful building in a fabulous setting and could so... More

Guests who stay here enable the family running the business to go on living in/maintaining a frail, fading beauty of a grand, ancient castle with its lovely grounds, towering over a village in the back of beyond. No mean feat. Sharing this with them for a few days (say, three) is worth the detour. Don't come here if you want... More