Desert Hermitge Resort Jodhpur - Jodhpur
There are many places to satisfy the needs of the physical body, but, few that cater to the spiritual body. Desert Hermitage as a concept was developed by Brig. (Retd.) Udai Singh, a recipient of Mahavir Chakra during the 1971 Indo Pak war. A vedanta scholar and disciple of yoga, he decided to settle down in his native village Garha in the Thar desert.
He wanted to provide visitors and friends an insight into the village life of the desert inhabitants. With blessings of H. H. Maharaja Gaj Singhji and other prominent friends he launched the project in 1993. Thus began its journey and soon it became famous and played host to several well known personalities from all walks of life.
Lonely Planet, the travel guide, dedicated a paragraph on this remote place. However, tragedy struck soon after. Brig. Udai Singh was diagnosed to be suffering from blood cancer in 1999. Desert Hermitage was forced to shut during its infancy.
There is a story behind the tagline' million star resort'. Once an American couple had booked this place during mid nineties. When they arrived, they were a bit perplexed by the surrounding etc. He approached them to understand their apprehension. Shaking off their embarrassment the guest asked the star classification of the place. Brig Udai Singh, had no clue about the question, and, probed deeper. The American prodded with, 2star, 3star hotel etc.
Being a wise man, Brig. Singh understood. Pointed towards the sky and said - 'a million stars' !!
In 2014, Karan Singh Bhati the son of Brig. Udai Singh, and a hospitality professional was goaded by his friends to relaunch the experience named Desert Hermitage. After a painstaking three year period of renovations and upgradations the experience is ready for relaunch.
The resort has 4 villas & 5 cottages.
Each cottage is approximately 450 square feet and consists of a circular elegantly designed bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Bedroom has king size four poster double bed, coffee table with two easy chairs, study table, lounger cum sofa, LED color tv with multi channel set top box, telephone, wardrobe and luggage rack. Tea/coffee maker and two bottles of mineral water are provided. Bathroom has European toilet, shower enclosure, wash basin with hair dryer and shaving mirror. Running hot and cold water.
Each villa is approximately 800 square feet. It consists of an elegantly furnished bedroom with ensuite bathroom and two private sit- out areas. Bedroom has king size double bed, coffee table with two easy chairs, study table, LED color tv with multi channel set top box, telephone, wardrobe and luggage rack. Tea/coffee maker and two bottles of mineral water is provided. Private sit- out has a coffee table, two easy chairs and a fireplace.
Bathroom has European toilet, shower enclosure, wash basin with hair dryer and shaving mirror. Running hot and cold water. Each of these four villas is dedicated to the martyrs of Indian Army belonging to Shergarh.
DINING
THE GORKHA - A multi cuisine restaurant named after the legendary Gorkha Rifles of Indian Army. The term Gorkha denotes a member of Hindu people descended from Brahmins and Rajputs who live in Nepal.
ALFRESCO RESTAURANT - A casual dining area on the rooftop, ideal for star gazing.
Rates start from Rs.14000 per couple for a night incl. of Breakfast, Candle Light Dinner, Camel Ride & Taxes
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