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The Gulaal

3.5 star property
Hotel in Jaisalmer with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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The Gulaal, in Jaisalmer's historic center, offers a peaceful retreat with Ayurvedic spa treatments and two onsite Indian restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool, garden grounds, and rooftop terrace with complimentary WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, free cribs/infant beds

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Opp Nagarpalika, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, 302023

What's nearby

  • Jaisalmer Fort - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jain Temples - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nathmalji-ki-Haveli - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Gadisar - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Patwon-ki-Haveli - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Jaisalmer Station - 6 min drive
  • Jaisalmer (JSA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandir Palace - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Desert Bite - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chanakya Restaurants - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shanti Roof Top - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kuku Coffee Shop - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Gulaal

Hotel near a train station
A rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Gulaal. Indulge in Ayurvedic treatments and a massage at Gulaal Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy Indian cuisine and more at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Gulaal have perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like minibars and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 300 for adults and INR 300 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Roof Top Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage
  • Steam room

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately INR 300 for adults and INR 300 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Property is also known as

Gulaal Hotel Jaisalmer
Gulaal Hotel
Gulaal Jaisalmer
The Gulaal Hotel
The Gulaal Jaisalmer
The Gulaal Hotel Jaisalmer

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gulaal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Gulaal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Gulaal?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gulaal?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Gulaal?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Gulaal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 1100 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Gulaal located?

Situated in Jaisalmer, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Salim Singh-ki-Haveli and Lake Gadisar. Jaisalmer Folklore Museum and Tazia Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Jaisalmer Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Gulaal Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property best service and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful place with fantastic, courteous service from all staff. The view of the fort from the rooftop restaurant is stunning and we were able to walk there easily in 20 minutes. Our room was huge and the bed was so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

xAVIER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bel hôtel bien managé

Bel hôtel bien agencé avec une très belle vue sur le fort (suite) Le personnel est très pro Peut être un peu moins au restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAI AJIT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome experience

Service was excellent. We arrived early and they provided us clean room right away. All hotel staff was cordial and eager to extend services to comfort their guests feel at home. Road construction outside hotel makes it a bit inconvenient for some guests to reach Main Street but it appears to be completed in couple of weeks. Hotel top restaurant and view of Jaisalmer Palace together with dining gives an awesome and enjoying experience. An overall memorable experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel

Fantastic hotel. Wonderful views. Great food. Attentive staff. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super welcoming staff, amazing hotel

Everything was perfect and the staff was one of the most welcoming and friendly and helpful people i have ever met in a hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel surpassed all our expectations. The images and all the reviews could not prepare us for what we experienced. The staff was outstanding. They went out of their way to make us feel at home and be gracious in all their interactions with us. The hotel facilities were exceptional. The hotel exterior, the courtyards, rooftop dining room, and pool were beautifully appointed. Our suite was luxurious and had every amenity we could need and as much space as we could ask for. I highly recommend this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

cook marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel est chaleureuxet efficace.Nous avons ètè surclassès et Babou nous a organisè des delicieux repas sans èpices.Il nous a aussi organisé un taxi jusqu à Jodpur.Une fois arrivés àJodpur il a telephone pour avoir si tout s etait bien passè.Nous avons fait le dèsert safari proposè par l hotel.Très bien.Nous etions les seuls sur la dune.La piscine est propre et agreable. Un sejour parfait dans une grande suite au calme.Tres belle vue sur le fort depuis la terrasse du restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise

Lovely hotel built in the traditional style with a fantastic rooftop restaurant and terrace overlooking the fort. Staff were kind, friendly and welcoming and the food was delicious. The laundry service was excellent and quick. Bonus was a nice, well maintained swimming pool set in a small garden. Would definitely recommend this hotel .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shivraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and comfortable. Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANIRUDDHA ATMARAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haveli type construction of assets. Distance to major tourist attractions is walkable. Beautiful view from roof-top restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tushar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent property in Jaisalmer. We got free upgrade to next level, staff was friendly and food was made to order but test was very good. From terrace restaurant, you can have grand view of the fort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Approach road improvements are a must, otherwise a very homely and relaxing place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, I have never experienced such fantastic and hospitable customer service. The staff members were so kind to us and made our stay! The food at the hotel restaurant was some of the best food in India. You need to stay here if you're in India!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property service food cleanliness and attention to details

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good things to say about both the property and our stay. Even though we had never visited Jaisalmer, we immediately felt at home once we set foot in The Gulaal. Virendra Singh and Babu took good care of us - arranged transport, made recommendations, answered all of our questions, and also had good stories to tell. We ate many meals at the property and were pleasantly surprised by how tasty and reasonably priced the all-veg menu was. Our room was spacious, clean and had the most comfortable mattress I have ever encountered in India. We have already recommended to all our family in India and would recommend to anyone looking to visit Jaisalmer.

10/10 Excellent

VENUGOPAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab hotel, pure veg, alcohol free dining. Menu v good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hitesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Gulaal is arguably one of the best properties in Jaisalmer. Its proximity to the fort, architecture confirming to the ones you find inside the fort, the decor and warmth of hospitality extended by the staff makes is a must stay place. We stayed at the Luxury suite and while the luxury was true to its name, it did not burn a hole in our pocket. You enter the place in the evening and it is filled with mild aroma of dhoop giving you a feeling of an actual haveli. Our room was as spacious as one could imagine. A living room with window balcony, lovely bedroom, a huge bathroom. The best part was a huge separate terrace where you can enjoy a clear view of the fort while sipping your evening tea. The bedroom window gives you a clear shot of the fort and it looks surreal at night, something right out of story books. I can't even begin to describe the rooftop dining. You can enjoy your favorite meal with the view of the the fort which has a different aura around it at night. To top it all and the best feature of the place is, its staff. Warm, courteous and always willing to make your stay memorable. Without any doubt, the next time we go there, we are staying at the same place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Piyush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It a good 3 star property with huge rooms and great service. Calling it a luxury boutique is bit of a stretch. Again good views and huge rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well made , managed by the owners family . Nice people good food
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rien à redire

Tout était parfait, personnel sympathique, chambre spacieuse et bien équipée, nourriture excellente.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional Haveli / Exceptional Hospitality

Beautifully designed Haveli decorated with magnificent Indian colours and furniture....all very pleasing and comfortable. Spectacular rooftop restaurant / terrace. Wonderful warm service and the owners Chandan and Victor are always available to help. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edgard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming stay in jaisalmer

Very nice hotel. The view from the rooftop is amazing. The staff is very nice and friendly. The food is good. The hotel is walking distance from the fort. The fort is a must to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toral, canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little gem with clean rooms and excellent hospitality. We enjoyed the rooftop and meals very much
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

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