Chittorgarh Hotels – Royal Living

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Chittorgarh, located in Rajasthan, was a capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan of the Mewar region. Chittorgarh is legendary for their ruling queens, and other women and children, preferring self-sacrifice to the ignominy of surrender. The Chittorgarh Fort, located here, is the largest fort in India. It is a popular destination on the tourist itinerary, where several hotels of all budget ranges, including a few heritage ones, are available.

WelcomHeritage Bassi Fort

WelcomHeritage Bassi Fort is one of the few heritage Chittorgarh hotels. It is part of the well-known ITC Hotels group. The hotel building is one of the most beautiful examples of 16th century architecture. The building has been restored, ensuring the integrity of the original structures, while adding the trappings of modern comforts subtly. It is located about 24 km from Chittorgarh on the Udaipur-Chittorgarh-Bundi highway.

The hotel offers 15 rooms as Standard rooms, Deluxe suites and Royal suites. Each room has a jharokha, period furniture and brilliant décor. Other facilities and amenities offered by the hotel include
● Internet ...
... connectivity
● Multi-cuisine Restaurant, in-room dining and a well-stocked bar
● Car rentals and travel assistance
● Laundry services
● Trekking and Safaris
● Boating
● Traditional massage
The Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary is just 5 km from the hotel. The sanctuary, part of the Vindhya ranges, has gentle slopes and many water bodies. It is home to a variety of flora and animals like panthers, antelopes, wild boars and mongoose. The WelcomHeritage Bassi Fort gives a feel of royal living amidst the serenity of nature and is popular among both Indian and foreign tourists.

Castle Bijaipur

Castle Bijaipur is a beautiful 16th century structure located in the Vindhyachal ranges at an altitude of 600 m. The castle is located about 40 km from Chittorgarh. Descendants of the then ruling family restored the castle and converted it into a hotel in 1991; they also reside at the castle themselves. The hotel offers 23 rooms as Deluxe rooms, Heritage Deluxe rooms, Royal suites and Burj suites. Besides, the rooms offer the comforts of attached baths, hot and cold running water, room service, TV, etc.

The various activities offered by Castle Bijaipur are
● Yoga and meditation
● Cookery classes – the lady of the house shares local recipes in their own kitchen
● Cultural evenings – pre-dinner drinks accompanied by Indian music or dance
● Beauty treatments and massages

A wildlife sanctuary next to the castle is home to leopards, chinkaras, spotted deer, four-horned deer, crocodiles, wild boars and 130 bird species. Castle Bijaipur arranges jeep safaris, camel and horse rides and fishing holidays.