The Oberoi Vanyavilas
Location
The first luxury jungle resort in India, The Oberoi Vanyavilas is
located in Ranthambhore - Sawai Madhopur, in Rajasthan province in northwest
India. The resort is 180 kms from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. It is well
connected by rail and road to Jaipur and the metropolitan cities of Mumbai and
Delhi. It is situated adjacent to the famous Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve. The
Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve is recognized for its variety of wildlife. The luxury
resort is set over 20 acres of land, which has over 1500 trees, which includes
orchards of mango, lemon, guava and Indian gooseberry. There are pathways
throughout the property with bridges crossing an 850 ft. long water-body with
lotuses and colorful fish The Oberoi Vanyavilas consists of 25 luxury
air-conditioned tents with their own private walled garden located discretely so
as to ensure maximum privacy. From virtually all tents, views of the nearby
hills are afforded. The 52 feet high observation tower at the far end of the
property provides a marvelous view of the entire area.
Rooms
The Oberoi Vanyavilas has 25 luxury tents spread over 20 acres of
land. Each air-conditioned tent has an area of 790 ft², and has beautifully
appointed interiors with polished wooden flooring. All tents have large,
well-appointed, luxurious bathrooms with freestanding Victorian bathtubs and
separate shower stalls. The tents are surrounded by a private walled garden and
a private deck for sun bathing.
- Air-conditioning
- Daily fresh fruit basket
- Flower Arrangement
- Daily Newspapers
- Complimentary Tea and Coffee making facility in all Rooms
- Mini Bar
- Compact Digital Video Disc Players.
- Satellite television (including CNN/BBC)
- In-room Electronic Safe
- Telephone with direct dialing facility
- Computer Data Port
- Bathtubs (free-standing Victorian style)
- Separate Shower Cubicle
- Bathrobes
- Shaving Mirror
- Shaver Adaptors
- Hairdryer
- Imported Toiletries
- Slippers
- Adaptors available in each tent
- Weighing Scale
Services
Recreational facilities include the exciting Jungle safari and elephant
rides. Within the resort there is a Billiards Room, Fitness Tent, Heated
Swimming Pool, a Library offering a variety of Books, a selection of Digital
Video discs, restful therapy suites offering a variety of holistic rejuvenating
treatments, a lecture room for films and talks on wildlife by Mr. Fateh Singh, a
well known naturalist and former Chief Conservator of the Reserve. The fitness
tent offers a good range of cardiovascular equipment along with a selection of
free weights. There is also a 52 ft-high observation tower from where guests can
look out onto parts of the park and its wildlife.
- Assistance on arrival and departure
- Complimentary railway station Transfers with cold towels and mineral water
- In Room check-in
- Car Rental Service
- Car Parking
- Foreign currency exchange
- All major credit cards accepted
- Luggage Storeroom
- Travel arrangement through concierge
- Railway and Airline ticketing
- 24hour Internet Access
- Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service
- Express Laundry (1 hour)
- Baby-sitting service
- Complimentary shoeshine
- Boutique
- Conference Room
- Medical Service (on call)
Food & Beverages
Dining options at The Oberoi Vanyavilas include an all-day restaurant that
also offers an option of outdoor dining, al fresco style, in an intimate
courtyard. The courtyard adjoins the restaurant and is enhanced by a central
fireplace. In the evenings, local musicians play a selection of traditional
Rajasthani music to complete the experience. A traditional Library Bar offers a
cozy retreat in which to relax, with a wide variety of international beverages,
wines and cigars. The poolside is a perfect setting to unwind, and enjoy a
selection of snacks and refreshing beverages.
Dining Room
Menus are changed everyday and include a wide variety of Asian and
Continental cuisine. The repertoire includes Indian kebabs, curries, game food,
rustic stews, pot roasts and homemade ice creams. The central fireplace and the
ambience in the courtyard makes outdoor dining, especially on a moonlit night, a
truly special experience.
Library Bar
The library includes a wide range of leather bound and coffee table books ,
as well as magazines on wild life. There are also a variety of board games such
as backgammon and chess. At the Bar, guests can select from the world's finest
beverages, ranging from champagne and sparkling wines to the best Scotch and
Malts, accompanied by special cigars.
Pool Bar
The pool is surrounded by beautifully arched walls and overlooks the main
water body with fountains, beyond which are the Aravalli ranges. The pool bar
offers a snack menu and a variety of cocktails, spirits and wines.