This extraordinary small fort is perched on a sand mound, surrounded by scrub desert, just south of Jodhpur. “Mihir Garh” aptly means ‘Sun Fortress' as it stands majestically, basking in the desert sun with 360° views.

Mihir Garh provides a haven of great comfort, with 9 large suites, each with adjoining sitting rooms and all stunningly decorated in soft, earthy colours and with a Moroccan / African / Rajasthani air. Each has its own courtyard and glorious terrace facing out to the surrounding countryside and with either a plunge pool or a Jacuzzi. It's light and open with inner courtyards and spacious roof terraces for peaceful yoga sessions or romantic dinners under the stars. A gorgeous infinity pool, shady sitting areas and a barbeque area all fan out from the dining room which is wonderfully airy in summer and warm and cosy in winter. The idea at Mihir Garh is to give people an authentic ‘desert or equine experience' whilst being luxurious and different.

The brains and inspiration behind this magical, small hotel, built of mud, wattle and wood, are the Rohet Family who are exceedingly keen horsemen and who boast some of the country's finest horses. Come here to ride, explore the wonders of Jodhpur, go on a camel or village safari, or pamper yourself in the excellent spa. Privacy and intimacy are the bywords here. A unique place where the outdoors comes indoors!

The owners of Mihir Garh (also Rohet Garh and The Wilderness Camp) - the Rohet Family - have been very successful in employing local people by making them their partners in tourism through local activities, hence making it mutually beneficial all around . The simple rural folk that they work with are also employed in all their hotels.

Guests are discouraged from giving money or any thing else to the local children. Instead they are encouraged to contribute to the Village Welfare fund. The fund enables the Rohet family to take up a new welfare project every year, thus also making their guests partners in the welfare schemes of Rohet Garh, which they are welcome to visit and interact with They have taken up several welfare projects over the years which include:

• Eye Camps: They have had three successful eye camps at Rohet. These included cataract laser surgery. The total number of people who received this surgery free of cost in all the three camps was 189.
• Every year Rohet Garh hosts a medical camp in collaboration with the Rotary club of Jodhpur . On average 750 / 800 patients are examined by 12 - 15 doctors from different departments. The patients then receive free treatment, including surgery, for their ailments.
• They have also contributed in the development of schools. Two years ago, with the help of one French group, Rohet Garh contributed the entire set of furniture, ceiling fans, two computers and uniforms for the entire girls school of Rohet. They have also contributed to adding a hall and stage in the middle school of Dhoondli village with the help of the cast and crew of the film ' Darjeeling Limited '.
• Apart from that a number of smaller works like making of a 'ghat' (steps leading down to a lake), or making of cisterns for water etc., have been taken on over the years. This year, being one of the worst drought years, their endeavour is to make water available for animals, both domestic and wild, by filling and making troughs in the country side. They are also allowing grazing on their land to help save the animals from starvation.

ACCESS: is by air or train to Jodhpur, followed by a 40 minute road journey. Or by road from Khimsar, Osian, Nimaj, Deogarh, Narlai, Jodhpur, Luni and Bhenswara; or by a longer road journey from Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Shahpura and Ajmer.
The website for Mihir Garh is www.mihirgarh.com

FACT SHEETS:

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• Mihir Garh Spa: Download (Adobe PDF - 249 Kb)