The short answer
Gulab Haveli (IHCL SeleQtions): what visitors should know first
Consider it if you want a comfortable, restored haveli with modern services in the middle of Mandawa. It is new, so read recent guest reviews, ask about room access, and expect premium pricing.
History and context
The story behind Gulab Haveli (IHCL SeleQtions)
The haveli is described as restored to its 19th-century architectural character. IHCL announced it opened as a SeleQtions hotel on 13 October 2025. The original builder is not named in the opening announcement, so it is not stated here.
Useful facts
Gulab Haveli (IHCL SeleQtions) facts at a glance
- Location
- Mandawa town, Jhunjhunu district
- Stay style
- Restored 19th-century haveli hotel, 17 rooms and suites
- Location trade-off
- Walkable to havelis, but lanes are narrow for vehicles
- Best suited to
- Couples and families who want comfort in a heritage setting
- Origins
- 19th-century haveli; hotel opened October 2025
- Operator
- IHCL (Indian Hotels Company Limited), SeleQtions collection
Why it matters
Why Gulab Haveli (IHCL SeleQtions) is worth your time
Many Mandawa havelis are closed, peeling or used as shops. Restoring one as a hotel gives a building a working life and gives guests an experience of the haveli plan from the inside, not just from the courtyard.
It is also part of a wider trend in Shekhawati of larger hotel companies investing in heritage buildings. That brings services such as pools and spas that smaller conversions may not offer, though the trade-off is a more polished, less eccentric atmosphere than a family-run haveli stay.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Courtyard plan
Rooms are arranged around a central courtyard, the traditional haveli layout.
- 02
Rooftop terrace pool
A pool with views over Mandawa makes the roof the best place for late afternoon.
- 03
Resham and Amal
An all-day restaurant with a Silk Route theme and a separate bar.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The hotel keeps the plan of a haveli: rooms arranged around a central courtyard, low-slung doorways, arched openings and wall paintings that tell old stories. Ask at check-in which frescoes are original and which have been restored.
The property has an all-day restaurant called Resham, themed on the Silk Route, an Amal bar, a rooftop terrace pool with views over the town and a hammam spa. For most visitors the rooftop is the best moment of the day, at the end of a morning of haveli walking.
Because it opened only in October 2025, treat early reports with some caution and check recent traveller reviews. Ask about quiet rooms, since a haveli courtyard can carry noise from evening events.
Plan with confidence
Before you book the room.
- Ask about lift access and ground-floor rooms
- Check current rates and recent guest reviews
- Confirm how far the car can reach the entrance
- Book a restaurant table in advance if you are not staying
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Mandawa town, Shekhawati
- Time needed
- One or two nights
- Best time
- November to February for the rooftop pool and courtyard
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Haveli buildings have thresholds, low arches and stairs; confirm lift access and ground-floor rooms before booking. Check how far a vehicle can reach the entrance, as lanes are narrow.
- Tickets and access
- Hotel access for non-guests is at management discretion: book a table at the restaurant or ask about a visit. Rates are not listed here; check current prices on the operator's site.
Best for
Plan it with
Book with confidence
Check rates at Gulab Haveli (IHCL SeleQtions)
Compare room types, cancellation terms and breakfast before you book. Ask for a ground-floor or lift-access room if anyone finds stairs hard.
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Travelling with parents?
Haveli buildings have thresholds, low arches and stairs; confirm lift access and ground-floor rooms before booking. Check how far a vehicle can reach the entrance, as lanes are narrow.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
When did Gulab Haveli open as a hotel?
IHCL announced it opened on 13 October 2025 as part of its SeleQtions collection.
How many rooms does it have?
17 rooms and suites, according to the opening announcement.
What facilities does it have?
A courtyard, an all-day restaurant, a bar, a rooftop terrace pool and a hammam spa.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.