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5-star hotels in Jaisalmer
This shortlist covers 10 five-star stays in Jaisalmer, from modern resorts on the city's edge to heritage properties inside the fort walls and desert camps out at the dunes.
Staying in Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is a desert city of golden sandstone, crowned by the Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors come for the fort lanes and temples, the ornate havelis, Gadisar Lake and camel safaris on the Sam Sand Dunes. Gandhi Chowk and Sadar Bazaar form the commercial heart, full of shops, restaurants and hotels, and the railway station area is practical for arrivals by train. These five-star hotels sit in several different parts of the city. Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa lies on Sam Dhanana Road, Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer on the Jodhpur Barmer Link Road and Taj Gorbandh Palace on Sam Road. Further out, The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp, Manbha Camps And Resorts and The kumbh resort sit near the Sam Sand Dunes and Khuri, while Urmila Homestay and Boutique and Hotel Epshika palace stand in residential colonies.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer
Plot No 7 Sd Vyas Hotel Complex Jodhpur Barmer Link Road Jaisalmer Rajasthan, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA recent addition to Jaisalmer's 5-star scene, Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer sits 2.3 km from the centre and earns a 4.8 rating from 230 reviews. Unusually for the desert, it pairs an outdoor pool and kids pool with a fitness centre, badminton and a games room, so families and active travellers are well covered. Balconies, a garden, massage and currency exchange round out the stay. Couples wanting a quiet, polished base slightly outside the bustle will find the mix of leisure facilities and concierge service suits them.
See Storii By ITC Hotels JaisalmerJaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa
Jaisalmer Sam Dhanana Road Police Line, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith 3729 reviews and a 4.4 rating, Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa is the most reviewed 5-star address here, 1.1 km from the centre. Beyond the expected spa-hotel polish, it stands out for archery, darts and a games room, plus babysitting service and family rooms for those travelling with children. Car rental service and a lounge help guests plan desert excursions. It suits travellers who want a large, activity-rich resort within easy reach of the city and its sights.
See Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & SpaTaj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer
No. 1 Tourist Complex Sam Road, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereTaj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer, 2.1 km from the centre, combines a 4.2 rating from 1252 reviews with genuine wellness depth: spa, sauna and steam room alongside an outdoor pool. It is one of the few 5-star options here that welcomes pets, and guests with dietary needs are catered for. Shuttle service and car rental make off-site trips straightforward. The sandstone-style palace setting and garden suit couples or families who want resort facilities and heritage atmosphere within a short drive of the fort.
See Taj Gorbandh Palace JaisalmerHotel Laxmi Niwas
Fort Rd Khejer Para Manak Chowk Amar Sagar Pol Jaisalmer Rajasthan 345001 India, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Car parking
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Laxmi Niwas is the closest 5-star stay to the centre at 0.6 km, putting the fort area within easy reach on foot. The 20 reviews average 4.4. Practical touches dominate: car parking and garage, launderette and laundry service, a mini fridge and minibar, and multilingual staff. Pets are allowed and smoking rooms exist, which is rare at this level. It suits independent travellers who want a simple, well-located base near the fort rather than extensive resort facilities.
See Hotel Laxmi NiwasK D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort
Chaugan Street Inside Fort, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereInside the fort itself on Chaugan Street, K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort is just 0.3 km from the centre, the most central address on this list. Horse back riding can be arranged, and balconies, a lounge and a restaurant make the most of the setting. Family rooms, breakfast in room and a bar are available. It suits travellers who prioritise waking up within the fort walls and want heritage character, with the trade-off of fewer leisure facilities than the out-of-town resorts.
See K D Palace Heritage Hotel On FortThe Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer
Luxurycamp Sam Sanddunes Jaisalmer Kanoi Rajasthan345001, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer lies 35.9 km from the centre at the Sam Sanddunes, placing guests directly in the desert camp setting. Family rooms and entertainment activities are provided. It best suits travellers who want a camp experience with resort comforts and are content to be far from the city.
See The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp JaisalmerUrmila Homestay and Boutique
347 Deendayal Upadhyaya Colony First Floor, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereUrmila Homestay and Boutique, 3.2 km from the centre, offers a kitchen, terrace and garden rather than hotel-style amenities. Laundry service, luggage storage and room service keep the stay convenient, and pets are allowed. Non-smoking rooms and a picnic area add to the homely feel. It suits longer-staying or self-catering travellers who prefer a small boutique homestay base outside the busy centre.
See Urmila Homestay and BoutiqueManbha Camps And Resorts
Road Khuri Janramanbha Camps & Resorts, Jaisalmer, India
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereManbha Camps And Resorts sits 37.4 km from the centre on the Khuri road, deep in the desert. Facilities listed are limited to a garden, shuttle service and wheelchair accessibility, so it is a straightforward camp stay rather than a full resort. The shuttle service is the main practical link for reaching the property. It suits travellers specifically heading for the Khuri dunes who want a simple, accessible camp base.
See Manbha Camps And ResortsHotel Epshika palace
Jaisalmerd 38 Jawahar Colony Dedanasar Stadium, Jaisalmer, India
Why stay hereHotel Epshika palace is 2.6 km from the centre and lists no facilities in the data available here, so it is best treated as a basic 5-star-classified address in Jaisalmer. Guest rating and review counts are not available, so there is little to recommend it on service or amenities. It may suit travellers who simply need a bed in the city and will arrange everything else themselves. Check details directly before booking.
See Hotel Epshika palaceThe kumbh resort
Kanoi Jaislmer, Jaisalmer, India
Why stay hereThe kumbh resort is located at Kanoi, 35.6 km from the centre, near the desert camp belt rather than in Jaisalmer city. No facilities, guest rating or review count are listed in the data, so the stay cannot be assessed on amenities or service. It is likely to suit travellers heading to the dunes who want a base at Kanoi and are prepared to confirm facilities with the property directly.
See The kumbh resort
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.3 km |
| Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
| Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.1 km |
| Hotel Laxmi Niwas | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.6 km |
| K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | – | – | 0.3 km |
| The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 35.9 km |
| Urmila Homestay and Boutique | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | Yes | 3.2 km |
| Manbha Camps And Resorts | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 37.4 km |
| Hotel Epshika palace | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 2.6 km |
| The kumbh resort | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 35.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For fort stays
K D Palace sits 0.3 km from the centre and Laxmi Niwas 0.6 km, so the historic lanes, temples and havelis are on the doorstep, though the fort lane can be busy and has no vehicle access.
For families
Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa and Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer both list family rooms, games rooms, kids facilities and outdoor pools, which suits children well. K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort and The Carvaans Resort add family rooms too, the latter with a desert setting and entertainment activities.
Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa · Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer · K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort · The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer
For wellness and leisure
Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer lists a spa, sauna and steam room alongside an outdoor pool, and Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa and Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer both offer massage, fitness centres and swimming pools.
Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer · Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa · Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer
For the top guest rating
Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer carries a guest rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 230 reviews, the highest on this list, and Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa follows with 4.4 out of 5 from 3729 reviews. Both combine high scores with resort facilities, free parking and free wifi.
Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer · Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Jaisalmer is accessible by air, rail and road. Jaisalmer Airport has limited scheduled flights, mainly from major Indian cities. The railway station is well connected to Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur. By road, Jaisalmer is about 285 km from Jodhpur and around 330 km from Bikaner, with regular buses and taxis from these cities. Once in Jaisalmer, getting around is easy by auto-rickshaw, cycle-rickshaw or taxi. The old city is compact and walkable, but the fort's steep lanes may be challenging for some. For desert excursions, taxis or organised tours are available.
When to go
The best time to visit Jaisalmer is from October to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. Days are sunny and nights can be chilly, especially in December and January, and the Desert Festival, usually held in February, is a major draw. Summers from April to June are extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. The monsoon months of July to September bring little rain but high humidity. Winter is ideal for exploring the fort, havelis and desert.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Jaisalmer?
K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort is 0.3 km from the centre, followed by Hotel Laxmi Niwas at 0.6 km and Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa at 1.1 km. Both fort-side options put the historic lanes within a short walk.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer and Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer both list an outdoor pool, and Storii also lists a kids pool. Both are 5-star properties with fitness centres as well.
Which hotels offer a spa?
Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer lists a spa, sauna and steam room, and Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer and Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa both list massage among their facilities. The Marriott also has a fitness centre.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa and Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer. Hotel Laxmi Niwas lists car parking and a garage, and The Carvaans Resort lists free car parking and parking.
Which hotels allow pets?
Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer, Hotel Laxmi Niwas, The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer and Urmila Homestay and Boutique all list pets allowed among their facilities.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer, Taj Gorbandh Palace Jaisalmer, K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort and The Carvaans Resort all list breakfast. Storii, Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa, K D Palace and The Carvaans also offer breakfast in room.
Which hotel is best for families?
Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa and Storii By ITC Hotels Jaisalmer both list family rooms and games rooms, and Storii adds a kids pool and badminton. K D Palace Heritage Hotel On Fort and The Carvaans Resort also list family rooms.
How far are the desert camps from the city centre?
The Carvaans Resort Luxury Desert Camp Jaisalmer is 35.9 km from the centre, Manbha Camps And Resorts is 37.4 km and The kumbh resort is 35.6 km. They suit travellers who want the Sam Sand Dunes and Khuri desert experience rather than a city base.