Rajput hunting lodge
The royal hunting camp still follows its historic rhythms, from wildlife spotting over the lake to evening sundowners at the Mardana.
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Mud and stone cottages furnished with repurposed village tools and brass fixtures.
Remarkable
House of Raipur recipes and local liquor tastings across thirty-two secluded acres.
Notable
A nineteenth-century royal hunting lodge restored around historical male and female havelis.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
this 19th-century hunting lodge succeeds admirably. Brij Lakshman Sagar is made up of a mere 12 cottages, set on 32 acres of land; safe to say it never feels busy.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Across thirty-two acres around a private lake near Haripur, framed by rugged Aravalli badlands.
The rooms
Cottages are built with sun-dried mud and local slate, each opening onto a private plunge pool facing the lake.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The freshwater pool is hand-carved into a natural granite rock formation, looking out over the rugged Aravalli hills.
At the table
The kitchen cooks with organic produce from the on-site farm, serving meals in arched pavilions or out across the fields.
How it began
Thakur Lakshman Singh Ji of Raipur built the lodge in 1858, creating the lake to attract wildlife for royal guests.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.