Mr & MRS Smith Raas Chhatrasagar

Unique ! Super luxurious and sophisticated modern 'tents',beautifully designed overlooking a never ending vast dam and surrounded by shrub forest in the heart of rural Rajasthan...where the only sounds you hear are the chirping of birds and the incessant and positive caws and shrieks from the majestic peacocks ! Impeccable and refined service..they do everything possible to make your stay memorable and indeed it was ..from boat rides , nature walks,jeep safaris to a magnificent sundowner on the cliff !..We were also able to briefly meet the very dignified family who reside on and own these vast lands ,so gained an insight into its history and preservation which made our trip there meaningful and complete . Absolutely fabulous and highly recommended !

I had high hopes returning to Chhatrasagar, having experienced its magic years ago when the two original brothers ran the property with genuine warmth, attention to detail, and a deep respect for their guests and the land. Sadly, that magic is long gone. The charm and authenticity that once defined Chhatrasagar have been replaced with a generic, commercialized feel that prioritizes profit over experience. The prices are now wildly inflated, and what you get in return feels hollow compared to what this place used to offer. Service was inconsistent and lacked the personal touch that once made staying here feel like being welcomed into someone’s home. The food was mediocre at best, a far cry from the thoughtfully prepared meals we remembered. Even the tents and overall ambiance felt tired – as though the soul of the place had been lost in its transition to new management. It’s heartbreaking to see such a special place reduced to just another overpriced luxury camp. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who remembers what Chhatrasagar used to be. If this is your first time visiting, you might not notice what’s missing – but for those of us who knew it before, the difference is stark and disappointing.

A tranquil remote place, our accommodation was on a dam overlooking a lake. A luxury tent, it was large, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The service we received was excellent throughout. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner in the restaurant, which specialises in home-grown, home-cooked food. We took a boat trip around the lake, where, helped by the very knowledgeable naturalist, we spotted many bird species.

Extraordinary from arrival to departure. Top quality organic food from the garden, fabulous service, gorgeous rooms. The birdwatching boat tour on the lake was a nice activity although if you’re a serious twitcher you might be disappointed. We did see osprey, cormorants, egrets etc but mostly from a distance (binoculars provided). Sundowners on the hilltop rounded out a perfect day. A nice break from the frenetic cities.

If you want a break from the hustle, bustle and noise of the cities, and a chance to relax and unwind, then this is the place for you. The hotel is 16 “tents” built on top of the dam of a reservoir. At one time before RAAS took it over, they were actually tents, although rather grand ones. Now they are normal fixed structures with fabric interiors to achieve a tent look, which does work. Every room/tent overlooks the reservoir with a magnificent and peaceful view from your veranda. The rooms are reasonably large with the facilities you would expect. The central dining/ bar area is also on top of the dam with same great view. Dining is the usual mix of Indian and international (ie Italian) and is very good quality. Note that there are more than 50 steps from the drop-off level up to the dam top level where everything happens. If this is a problem because of mobility issues, do ask the staff for assistance. There is not a guest elevator, but there is a service elevator which they will willingly show you to if you need it. The hotel offers an open top jeep trip visiting the surrounding rural area, which in our case included a school and a family fam. It also offers boat trips on the reservoir. We did both of these, both led by Gauss, the hotel naturalist, who has extensive knowledge of birds, nature and the local area. When we were there in late Feb the main bird migratory season had largely passed so there was not an extensive variety of birds on the reservoir. However, this was more than made up for by our unexpected sighting of a leopard, apparently contemplating a feral cow as its next meal. Both trips were well worth while, although ( without the leopard) the boat trip would be better in Nov - Jan for bird life. It’s difficult to convey just how relaxing this place is. We really loved it - probably our favourite property of our whole trip. Yes, it’s not luxurious, but it’s certainly not basic either. It’s really comfortable, well appointed with everything you could need. We absolutely loved this place and would highly recommend it.

Nothing to do but relax and enjoy nature. Situated on the banks of a dam, this multi generational family-owned tent camp is quiet, serene and lovely. In the early evening, animals come to the water's edge to drink. We saw wild boar with babies, antelope, jackals and myriad birds. They provide nature walks and all meals are included. The tents are lovely, well appointed and comfortable. Not a necessary stop, but a good one if you do.