Sairafort Sarovar Portico, Jaisalmer

Set on a residential street in the desert, this stately hotel is 5 km from the ornate 12th-century walled city, Jaisalmer Fort. It's 3 km from Jaisalmer train station and 4 km from Gadisar Lake.

Relaxed rooms with padded headboards offer Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, as well as safes, minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add window seats and complimentary breakfast. Suites provide canopy beds. There's 24-hour room service.

Amenities consist of a casual restaurant, a terrace, and a warmly decorated bar with crystal chandeliers, plus a courtyard featuring a fountain. Parking is available.