Jaisalmer is a district that is situated in the heart of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. This district is popular for its glittering sand dunes and yellow sandstone. It is the only region in India that has the yellow sandstone. That is the reason why the city of Jaisalmer, lying within the district is also known as the Golden city.

Location of Jaisalmer: Located in the middle of the Thar Desert it is the largest district in Rajasthan. The width of Jaisalmer is 270 kilometers while its length is 186 kilometers. On the north the district forms its boundary with Bikaner in the north, in the east with Jodhpur and Bikaner and in the south by Barmer. On the west and southwest lies the Indian border with Pakistan.

History of Jaisalme: Maharawal Jaisal was the founder of this city. The district grew later. The history of Jaisalmer is steeped in legends. Its very foundation is based on the prophecies by lords.

Travel Information on Jaisalmer: Jaisalmer is accessible from Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and all other major cities of Rajasthan. While the nearest airport is located in Jodhpur the district is also well connected by road. Railways are also a convenient mode of transportation for reaching Jaisalmer.

Accommodation in Jaisalmer: Adequate accommodation arrangements have been made for the tourists. There are luxury as well as budget hotels here. the services are quite impressive. Whether it is a luxury hotel or an economy one the rooms are well furnished and all necessary measures are taken to make the trip comfortable for the guests.

Jaisalmer City: It is the place where the fort of Jaisalmer is located. It is also the venue where most of the fairs and festivals take place.

Places of Interest in Jaisalmer: There are several places of interest in Jaisalmer. While most of these are historically significant their architectural grandeur cannot be overlooked. Most of the important local attractions are located within the Jaisalmer Fort. One will be astonished to find a number of Jain Temples. Temples dedicated to Parsvanath, Chandraprabhu, Rishabdev, Sambavnath, Shitalnath, Shantinath and Kunthanath. There are havelis as well as museums too.

Places of Interest around Jaisalmer: The sites around the district are either known for their forts or deserts. Some of the excursion tours are held from Jaisalmer city. However the neighboring regions of Barmer is also part of the tours from the district.

Accommodation of Jaisalmer
Accommodation of Jaisalmer city ranges from numerous luxurious to low cost budget hotels. Maximum of these hotels are situated in the heart of the city of Jaisalmer. These hotels also lie in close proximity of access points like airport and railway station. This has facilitated smooth commuting.

All the budget hotels are incorporated in the whole network of accommodation of Jaisalmer city. Providing comforts at their affordable costs is their objective of functioning. Amenities like good rooms, dining etc are being provided to the lodgers who want to explore the city`s beauty and glory. In Jaisalmer budget hotels constitute various government-aided hotels as well.

Heritage hotels are the most luxurious ones and also are part of the accommodation of Jaisalmer city. If one wants to stay in the midst of luxury, staying at the heritage hotels would be ideal. In fact the magnificent palaces are transformed into the heritage hotels with all the modern amenities catering to the preferences of the tourists both national as well from far off countries. At the same time one can also catch glimpse of royal antiquities. Following are the heritage hotels of Jaisalmer district:

Hotel Garh Jaisal: On Fort, Kotri Para, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Hotel Jaisal Castle Hotel Jaisal Castle, 186, On Fort, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Jawahar Niwas Palace Jawahar Niwas Palace, No.1 Bada Bagh Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India)

Killa Bhawan Killa Bhawan Resort Pvt. Ltd. On Fort, 445 Kotri Para, Jaisalmer - 345001

Mandir Palace Mandir Palace, Gandhi Chowk, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India)

Hotel Monsoon Palace On Fort, Vyasa Para, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Nachana Haveli Goverdhan Chowk, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Narayan Niwas Palace: Jaisalmer, 345 001, Rajasthan, India Phone : +(91)-(2992)-52408, 51901/2/3/4

Paradise Palace Hotel Paradise Palace, Inside Fort, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Shreenath Palace Raj Hotel Shreenath Palace Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Telephone: 0091-2992252907

Hotel Victoria On Fort, Kund Para, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Deluxe hotels also made the stay of tourists at Jaisalmer quite a comfortable one. They are integrated to the accommodation of Jaisalmer. They are as follows:
Hotel Dhola Maru Dhola Maru, Post Box No.49, Jethwai Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India).

Fort Rajwada: Exqusite architectural décor, Fort Rajwada has curved out a forte for itself in warmth and cordiality in Jaisalmer. Address is 1, Hotel Complex, Jodhpur-Barmer Link Road, JAISALMER, RAJASTHAN, INDIA-345001. Phone numbers are : 91-2992-253233 91-2992-253533, 91-2992-254608 91-2992-254609, 91-2992-254862 91-2992-254863, 91-2992-254864

Hotel Gorbandh Palace : With sixty four deluxe rooms, three exquisite suites and amenities this hotel is an ideal tourist haven. It is located at No.1, Tourist Complex, Sam Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan, India Tel: (+91-2992) 253801-10 Fax: (+91-2992) 253811 Hotel Heritage Inn (Three Star Hotel) Heritage Inn, 4, Hotel Complex, Sam Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India)

Himmatgarh Palace Himmatgarh Palace, Ramgarh Road, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Mahadev Palace, H-3 RICCO, Jethwai Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India)

Mirvana Nature Resort R.G. Farms, Sodacore, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India Telephone: 0091-2997-200128, 200212 Mobile: 0091-9414440799, 0091-9414135861

Rajwansh Resorts Rajwansh Resorts, 8 Km Milestone, Bara Bagh, Ramgarh Road, Jaisalmer-345001, Rajasthan(India)

Hotel Rawal- Kot, Jaisalmer: Spacious rooms , modern amenities and its picturesque laocation make its visitor to feel like home away from home. Hotel Rawal Kot, Jodhpur-Jaisalmer Road, Jaisalmer- 345 001, Rajasthan (India).

Hotel Rangmahal (Three Star Hotel) Hotel Rangmahal, 5, Hotel Complex, Sam Road, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India)

Economy hotels also are part and parcel of the accommodation of Jaisalmer. These include
Deoki Niwas Palace Opp. Kishan Ghat Prol, Jethwai Road Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India - 345001. Hotel Jaisal palace

Near Gandhi Chowk & Behind Royal Palace, JAISALMER-345001 (Rajasthan) India. Phone Hotel +91-2992- 252717 +91-2992- 251417 Resi. +91-2992- 251407

Hotel K. B. Lodge Opp. Patwon ki Haveli, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India)

Hotel Meera Mahal (Economy Hotel) Hotel Meera Mahal, Patwon Ki Haveli, Mainpura, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan (India)

Hotel Moonlight Opp. Post Office, Near Hanuman Circle, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India).

Hotel Neeraj Shiv Road, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India). Telephone No.:+91-2992-252442, +91-2992-253654, +91-2992-252650

Hotel Pithla Haveli, 36, Indra Colony, Jodhpur-Barmer Link Road, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan (India).

Hotel Priya, Opp. Collector Office, C.V.S. Colony, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India) Phone: +91-2992-252755, 250577

RTDC Hotel Moomal RTDC Hotel Moomal, Sam Road, Jaisalmer - 345001, Rajasthan (India

Hotel Shahi Palace Near SBBJ Bank, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India) Near SBBJ Bank , Shiv road , Jaisalmer -345001 Phone +91-2992-255920.

Hotel Swagatam, New Colony, Behind Bhatia Bageechi, Jaisalmer-345001, Rajasthan (India). Besides few guesthouses and lodges also are found which meet the needs of accommodation of Jaisalmer.

Desert Boy`s Guest House is a significant one. Located on On Fort, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India), it is ideal for the stay of the tourists. Another one is Fifu Guest House. Its address is Hotel Fifu Opp. Nagarpalika, Jaisalmer - 345 001, Rajasthan (India).