Hotel Sam Dhani

About SAM DESERT: Sam (Pronounced to rhyme with gum), is only 42 Km from Jaisalmer. The romance of the Thar Desert can be enjoyed here at the sand dunes, which has been the most preferred location for out door shoot of famous Hindi movies, especially for the songs choreographed for hero-heroine along with the famous snake charmer dancer Gulabo with her troupe in the backdrop.

What fascinates the most to witness the sun rise and sun set at sand dunes and visitors reach to capture the glimpse of red sun ball well in advance. Evenings are very pleasant and cool as breeze rises across the dunes. One can enjoy camel ride deep in the heart of the Thar.

During winters, the dusty yellow dunes of Sam turn to a lighter shade. Everyday camp fire and cultural performance swith earthy music and dance of Western Rajasthan are absolutely enchanting.

SAM DHANI RESORT
RTDC Sam Dhani Resort is ideally located on a hillock in front of Sam Sand dunes, 42 Kms from Jaisalmer. It has 8 beautiful cottages with attached toilets and running water on affordable price suiting to every category of tourists. Fully decorated 10 tents are also pitched during the season from Sept. to March. Bar-be-que dinner offers continental, Indian and traditional Rajasthani dishes.

Visitors who like to share their experiences with desert and local culture would find this place most suitable. It is away from the hustle and bustle of the cities where guests can enjoy camel ride in the silence of desert during wee hours of morning and evening. Singing and dancing by local folk artists in the evening adds the charm of stay at this resort. Sam Dhani Resort, Jaisalmer, a unit of RTDC, is ideally located on a hillock in front of Sam Sand dunes, 40 Kms from Jaisalmer town. It has 8 beautiful cottages with attached toilets and running water. Fully decorated 10 tents are also being pitched during the season (from Oct. to March, 09). Guest who like to share their experiences with desert and local culture would find this place most suitable. Hotel provide traveler an experience of Rajasthan with safety and security.

Reach Us:
Airport: 1.5 km
Bus Stand: 1.5 km towards East
Railway Station: 45 kms from Jaisalmer

 

 

Restaurants:
Restaurant of hotel offers Rajasthani, Indian and Continental cuisine.

Bar:
Serving Indian, Rajasthani liquor & wine.

Facilities:

Doctor on Call Sight Seeing & Package Tours Cultural Programmes for Groups(On Demand)

Car Rental Bar Laundry & Dry-Cleaning Parking Facility

Gallery:

Tariff: Valid upto 31st March 2014 (on M.A.P Plan )
Except 24-31 Dec.2013 & 20-23 Feb.2014

About Jaisalmer

Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its awesome splendour, dominating the amber – hued city.

The city has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, Lord Krishna – the head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of the Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was fulfilled in 1156bA.D. when Rawal jaisal, a descendent of the Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital – Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill.

Bhati Rajputs of Jaisalmer were feudal chiefs who lived off the forced levy on the caravans laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory enroute Delhi or sind. These caravans earned the town great wealth.

For years Jaisalmer remained untouched by the outside influences. The rise of shipping trade and the port of Mumbai saw the decline of Jaisalmer. But the desert fortress, that seems to be straight out of the ‘Tales of the Arabian Nights’, still enchants. The life within the citadel conjures up images of medieval majesty visible in its narrow lanes strewn with magnificent palaces, havelis, temples and of course skilled artisans and ubiquitous camels. The setting sun turning Jaisalmer into a beautiful golden brown is a spectacular sight.

The perfect time to visit the golden city is during the winter season and especially during Desert Festival, held in Jan/Feb. every year, when the city reverberates to the sound of melodious tunes and rhythms. Fold dances, exciting competitions and contests, especially the turban-tying contest, Mr. Desert contest and camel races enliven the festivities. Colourful craft bazaars are set up for the occasion and a sound and ling tspectacle is organized with folk artists performing against the splendid backdrop of the famous Sam sand dunes on the full moon night. Surely a not-to-be-missed event.

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