The Gulaal

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

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
2 restaurants, Indian cuisine
2 restaurants, Indian cuisine
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Opp Nagarpalika, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, 302023
  • Jaisalmer Fort
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lake Gadisar
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Patwon-ki-Haveli
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jaisalmer (JSA)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Jaisalmer

The Gulaal is a short stroll from Salim Singh-ki-Haveli and Lake Gadisar. This 3.5-star hotel has 12 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

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

  • ‪Sunset Palace - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rajasthan Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Restaurant and Cafeteria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Panorama Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Little Tibet Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Gulaal

Hotel in Jaisalmer with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests staying at The Gulaal enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1100 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and minibars are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Gulaal Spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features 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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Gulaal?

The Gulaal offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The Gulaal?

This hotel is located in Jaisalmer, a short 15-minute walk from Lake Gadisar and also 19 minutes on foot from Bhatia Market. You'll also find Jain Temples and Salim Singh-ki-Haveli less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Gulaal?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at The Gulaal?

Gulaal Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Ayurvedic treatments and massages.

Does The Gulaal include a casino on the premises?

No, The Gulaal doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Gulaal?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Gulaal good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at The Gulaal?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Gulaal have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Gulaal has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Gulaal allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Gulaal.

Does The Gulaal have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from The Gulaal?

The closest major airport to The Gulaal is Jaisalmer (JSA), which is 3.9 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Gulaal?

Yes, every guestroom at The Gulaal comes with a balcony.

The Gulaal Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ocean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devikalpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Rohit, Redmond

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

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
Stayed 1 night 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

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

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, Villanova

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Vikram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Piyush

Traveled with family and small children
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

Ashok

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Akshay, Ahmedabad

Traveled with family
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

Karen

Traveled with family
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