Bharatpur is the 'Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan'. This erstwhile princely state was founded by the great Jat ruler Maharaja Suraj Mal in the 18th century and earned its name as a powerful Jat state. The place derives its name from Bharat, the brother of Lord Rama of the Ramayana fame, who ruled the kingdom in the absence of Rama.
Located in the eastern part of Rajasthan, Keoladeo Ghana or Bharatpur National Park is 176 km away from Delhi, and 50 km west of Agra. One of the most impressive bird sanctuaries in India, the park is famous for indigenous water- birds as well as migratory birds, from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia. Added to this the sambar, chital, nilgai and boar can also be spotted in abundant numbers. Though small in area, the park has an amazing variety of more than 300 species of birds.
Hotel Udai Vilas, Bharatpur :
Hotel Udai Vilas Palace is nestled amongst 2 spacious acres, just a km away from The Keoladeo Ghana National Park, an interlocking ecosystem of woodlands, swamps, & dry savannah, home to over 370 varieties of birds. Hotel Udai Vilas Palace is nestled amongst 2 spacious acres of lush greenery and is conveniently situated just 1 km from Keoladeo National Park, on the main Bharatpur-Fatehpur Sikri road.
Lakmi Vilas Palace, Bharatpur :
Lakmi Vilas Palace was built in 1899. It is an interesting blend of Mughal and Rajputana architecture. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful mustard fields. Needless to say, the palace is breathtaking and the ambience truly exalting. This well maintained palace is an interesting blend of both Mughal and Rajput architecture having courtyards, arched windows, and traditionally painted verandahs. Near to the palace is camping site with orchards and lush green fields. Other attractive features available on request include jeep, horse safaris and camel trips that offer ample scope for bird watching and give an insight into the village life.17, Fully Air Condition Standard Rooms. Each with its own Rajasthani Character. Stay here and feel the difference.
Bharatpur Forest Lodge, Bharatpur :
The Bharatpur Forest Lodge within the premises of the sanctuary offers an up close and personal stay. Faded interiors with nothing to write home about except the vantage location, which doesn't come cheap.
Chandra Mahal Haveli, Bharatpur :
Built in 1850 AD with magnificent Moghul architecture and exquisite craftsmanship, the Chandra Mahal Haveli in its full grandeur stands imposingly over the sylvan countryside.
Hotel Saras, Bharatpur :
Saras, Classic Hotel, a unit of Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC). RTDC offers a vast network of accommodation throughout Rajasthan. These complexes are strategically located and come in low budget, economy and deluxe ranges.
Hotel Pratap Palace :
Hotel Pratap Palace is situated at the outskirts of Bird Sanctuary, has rooms with common bath and attached bath.
