Explorer's NestvsSamode Haveli
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, Samode Haveli scores significantly better than Explorer's Nest. Samode Haveli scores 90 with praise from 6 publications like Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Rough Guide.
Explorer's Nest
3, Purohit Ji ka Bagh,Gopinath Marg, Near Jalupura Crossing, Jaipur 302001, India
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Rough Guide
"Home to five clean and cosy bedrooms (fan or a/c), this basic hostel-cum-homestay is tucked into a quiet residential neighbourhood just off MI Rd."
Samode Haveli
Gangapole, Jaipur 302002, India
From $82/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Tucked away in the northeast corner of the old city is this charming 200-year-old building, once the town house of the rawal (nobleman) of Samode, Jaipur’s prime minister." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"In an unbeatably central location on the northeastern edge of the Pink City, this superb old haveli is brimming with atmosphere, centred on an idyllic courtyard and with the prettiest pool in town."
Condé Nast Traveler
"There are little alcoves and heavy colonial-era furniture–a glorious throwback environment in which to have your morning dosa." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The townhouse of the aristrocratic Samode family; this is a sanctuary hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the streets." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Three-and-a-half-pearl Samode Haveli is a beautiful historic hotel with a wealth of original features and impressive traditional design elements." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"A fabled family home in the Indian city of Jaipur, Samode Haveli hotel is an ornate oasis in the heart of the hectic old town, with glorious grounds, a huge pool and tinkling fountains." Full review