Hotels in Alwar

About Alwar Hotels

Alwar is equidistant from Delhi and Rajasthan – both are roughly 150 km away. It is a major tourist hub with its forts, nature reserves, and heritage Havelis. Alwar is popularly featured as the setting for many Bollywood films. It has a rich cultural heritage – it has been one of Rajasthan’s oldest Kingdoms and one of the first Rajput States to align themselves with the British Raj. Beautiful Aravali hills surround this city.

The hotel lists in Alwar are quite elaborate. They have a rich selection of Luxury hotels in Alwar, budget hotels in Alwar, and Mid Range hotels in Alwar. When booking hotels and resorts in Alwar, you will also come across some great Alwar homestay options and are likely to find some of the best deals booking hotels online in Alwar.

Places to visit in Alwar

Bhangarh Fort

The Bhangarh Fort is famous for its ruins and has ghost stories surrounding it. It is considered to be India’s most haunted place. This 17th-century fort was built by Bhagwant Das for Madho Singh – his son. Inside the fort are temples, palaces and Havelis.

Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary

Also known as the Sariska Tiger Reserve, this sanctuary is found in the Aravali hills over an area that spreads over 800 sq km. Long ago this place was the Maharaja of Alwar’s hunting grounds and is known for its Royal Bengal Tigers. In 1982 it was declared a national park.

Siliserh Lake Palace

Siliserh Lake spreads over 7sq km. And overlooking it is the Siliserh Lake Palace. It's a famous picnic spot, and the palace itself has been converted into a heritage hotel. Here you can indulge in activities like boating and fishing. There are also quite a few migratory birds that make their appearances in their peak seasons. You can find this place 16 km away from Alway city.

Things to do in Alwar

1. Visit the various historical monuments and heritage sites.
2. Visit the wildlife sanctuary here.
3. Try out the local delicacies that are unique here.
4. Shop at all the Bazaars – there are excellent gifts for your loved ones waiting to be found.
5. If you visit during Raksha Bandhan, you can enjoy the traditional kite flying competition that is held here. The sky is full of the speckled colours of the flying kites.

Why visit Alwar?

The hotels in Alwar itself are a sight worth seeing. The rest of the city is just as wondrous. There is so much ancient grandeur and splendour here that you won’t leave before being completely entranced.

Alwar Hotels Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Where can I find the best hotels in Alwar?

A. The Alwar hotels list features some great hotels like The Sariska Retreat, the Dadhikar Fort Hotel, Ram Bihari Palace, Utsav Camp Sariska, and Red fox hotel. There are many good budget hotels in Alwar too.

2. Where to find the best street food in Alwar?

A. Alwar is famous for the Alwar ka Mawa (milk cake) and Kalakand. You can also find some delicious Rajasthani snacks and dishes here. Popular items here are the Puri, Rabri Lassi, Dal Bati Churma, and the Gatte ki Sabzi among others.

3. What is the best time to visit Alwar?

A. October to March is very pleasant for planning your trip and stay at Alwar Hotels. Summers here can be unbearably hot.

4. Is Alwar expensive?

A. Alwar is not especially expensive. It has great activities and food at reasonable prices, and there are plenty of budget-friendly hotels in Alwar also.

5. Best shopping places to visit in Alwar?

A. Alwar has great shopping options, especially for the fashion savvy. The bazaars here have an excellent selection of Ethnic and Indo-Western fashion, footwear, jewellery, bags, etc. Look out for embellished jootis, Purses, intricate silver jewellery, pottery and bangles. Bazaza Bazar, Malakhera Bazaar and Sarafa Bazaar are great bazaars to start with.

6. Are there budget hotels in Alwar?

A. Yes, when you look at the Alwar hotel lists, there are quite a few Budget hotels in Alwar to suit our budget.

7. Is Alwar safe?

A. Alwar is a safe place to visit. It is always recommended, regardless, that you take proper precautions whenever travelling to a new place.

8. How to travel in Alwar?

A. Public transport, like buses, is reliable, autos and taxis are very convenient for commuting within the city.

9. What is the closest airport to Alwar?

A. Jaipur has the nearest airport to Alwar – 165 km away. You can hire a bus from here to travel the remaining distance, or there are buses that regular travel between these two places.

10. What is the best way to travel to Alwar?

A. Buses and cabs regularly travel to and from between Alwar and places like Jaipur and Jodhpur. Alwar junction is well connected to the rest of India and has a strong regular flow of trains passing through it.