Hotel Bundi House, a restored haveli with rooftop views
Hotel Bundi House is a small guesthouse in a restored 17th-century haveli in Bundi, Rajasthan, with rooms around a courtyard and a rooftop restaurant. It suits couples and independent travellers who want a calm, characterful base within walking distance of the lake and the palace.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Hotel Bundi House is and how to get there
Hotel Bundi House stands in Bohra Ji Ka Kund, in the Balchand Pada area of Bundi, Rajasthan. The older listing places it a short walk from Nawal Sagar Lake, Bundi Palace and the Chitrashala.
One guest describes it as sitting in a quiet corner very near the lake. A visitor who arrived by car says that parking for a small car is possible next to the hotel. If you come in the evening, as some guests did, say so in advance.
What the rooms and the haveli are like
The building is a restored haveli from the 17th century, with a central courtyard that the rooms are arranged around. It feels closer to a boutique guesthouse than to a standard hotel.
Rooms are described as spacious and decorated with an antique charm. The listing mentions air conditioning, hot water, soundproofing and free Wi-Fi in each room.
- The beds and bathrooms. One reviewer calls the bed super comfortable and the bathroom perhaps the best they saw in India, with strong water pressure from a rain shower.
- The air conditioning. A guest mentions a modern unit that is quiet at night.
- The rooftop. A restaurant with views of the mountains and Taragarh Fort, popular for sunrise and sunset.
What guests say about Hotel Bundi House
Google gives Hotel Bundi House 4.5 out of 5 from 217 reviews, and the written ones on Google and Tripadvisor are mostly very positive.
The most repeated point is the hospitality. Several guests say the owner and the staff are friendly, helpful and speak good English, and a few were pleased to be treated well after a late arrival. The second is the rooftop restaurant: guests praise the view and call the food some of the best in Bundi, with a varied menu and a healthy breakfast. Cleanliness and the traditional decor also come up in many reviews.
Vegetarian cooking is the speciality, and the listing says Jain food is available on request.
What to know before you book
The reviews are almost all favourable, but there are a few cautions worth reading.
- It is small. One guest says it borders on a homestay and advises contacting the staff before arriving and briefing them about an hour ahead for anything you need.
- Check the details. One critical review says some of the statements in the online listing felt misleading, and that the room lacked toilet paper and soap although it was otherwise clean. It is a single opinion, but it is a good reason to confirm price, room type and what is included before you pay.
- The food is a small kitchen. A guest who was too tired to try much could not judge the menu fully, so I would not expect a large restaurant.
| Lo que gusta | What to check |
|---|---|
| Old haveli atmosphere, courtyard, quiet corner | Few rooms, so contact them before arriving |
| Rooftop restaurant with views | Menu is limited and mostly vegetarian |
| Warm, attentive owner and staff | One guest found the listing details inexact |
Who Hotel Bundi House suits
I would recommend Hotel Bundi House to couples, solo travellers and anyone interested in heritage who prefers character over a big-hotel feel. The mix of a quiet corner, a rooftop and a kind owner is what I would go for.
It is less suitable if you expect a large resort, a swimming pool or round-the-clock services. The staff also offer help with tours, hiking and cycling, cooking classes and massages, so it works if you like to get help organising your days.
What to do around Bundi
Bundi is a small town in Rajasthan with lakes, a palace and a fort overlooking the old streets. From the haveli, the listing says Nawal Sagar Lake, Bundi Palace and the Chitrashala are within a short walk.
Taragarh Fort is the landmark you can see from the rooftop, and the owner can help arrange activities such as hiking or cycling. For a first visit I would walk to the lake in the evening and have dinner on the terrace.
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