Location: If you thought the name of the hotel has anything to do with the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, think again. As the hotel has nothing to do with Nehru, the Prime Minister. It is in fact the ruling Maharwal of Jaisalmer Shri Shalivahan Singhji who laid the foundation stone of Jawhar Niwas Palace way back in 1899. The palace took the final shape under his successor Maharwal Jawahar Singhji. Jawahar Niwas Palace is located just two kilometres from the airport and about three kilometres from the railway station.
Facilities: Built in golden sand stone by the master craftsmen, Jawahar Niwas Palace has intricately decorated jharokhas and chhatries that are reflective of typical Jaisalmer architecture. The palace has 22 luxurious rooms that are well equipped with modern day facilities. The facilities at the hotel include, telephone, color TV, Travel Desk, barber shop, courier service, front desk, free newspaper, safe deposit box, conference facilities, doctor on call, laundry, currency exchange, and wake up service. The palace also has a beautiful swimming pool.
 Guests at Jawahar Niwas Palace can look forward to sumptuous Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines.
Sightseeing: There are a number of destinations that one can tour when in Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer Fort stands majestically on the Tricuta hills, which is a must-visit on a tourist's list. Other destinations include Salim Singh ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli and Nathmalji ki Haveli. A tour to nearby sand dunes, camel and jeep safari are other interesting options that a tourists can take. Shopping is another aspect of Jaisalmer tour as the city is also well known for its embroidery, blankets, Rajasthani mirror work and antiques.
Those who wish to see the dessert town come alive with the cultural extravaganza of festivals can visit Jaisalmer in January-February, when a number of festivals take place in Jaisalmer. Come and discover Jaisalmer with Rajasthan Hotels India.
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