The Gulaal Hotel is a boutique hotel set within a traditional haveli in Jaisalmer, in the heart of Rajasthan. The property showcases Rajput architectural character, two open courtyards and a rooftop restaurant with views over Jaisalmer Fort.

Why stay here

• An authentic haveli: The Gulaal occupies a residence built in true Rajput tradition, its name itself – HAWA (air) combined with VELI (ventilation) – recalling the original purpose of these homes designed to circulate cooling breezes.
• Meticulous stone craftsmanship: the pillars draw from the Mughal repertoire, while Paliwal style is expressed through the jharokhas, those projecting windows typical of Rajasthan.
• A rare view of the fort: from the terrace restaurant, the golden silhouette of Jaisalmer's citadel stands out as daylight fades.
• Thoughtful scale: 24 units in total, maintaining the feel of a residence rather than an impersonal hotel.

Atmosphere and architecture

The hotel is organized around two open interior courtyards, a classical haveli principle that governs air circulation and natural light. The inner façades showcase sculpted stonework inspired by Mughal design on the pillars, extended by the traditional Paliwal jharokhas: those perforated projections that punctuate the walls of Rajasthan's havelis.

The ensemble belongs to a highly recognizable local architectural vocabulary. Jaisalmer's golden stone, which earned the city its nickname as the "City of Gold,