Mount Abu , Rajasthan (250 kms) - Located at 3500 ft above sea level this is the only hill station near Ahmedabad. Mount abu enjoys pleasant weather all through the year and is a preferred getaway from Ahmedabad.

While Jaipur House has the best view of the Lake, Palace Hotel Bikaner House offers the best rooms and a nice heritage character. Cama Rajputana, being an erstwhile British Raj era club, offers the most number of amenities. Hilltone is a good Value for Money Veg. Only Option near the Market Area. For corporates, hotel Hillock is a very good option for conferences.  

Ratan Villas is a getaway resort amidst Arvallis and offers a variety of activity options.

10 kms from Abu Road station towards Ambali (5 kms) is Siyava Resort, a getaway resort.

Access: Abu Road Station - 22 kms. Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (4 hours).

Rajkot, Gujarat (210-230 kms) - Rajkot is heart of Saurashtra and has getaway resorts around it such as Heritage Khirasara Palace (A heritage getaway at 14 kms from Rajkot set on a hilltop) and Chouki Dhani, an ethnic resort on Rajkot outskirts.

Jaisamand Island Resort, Rajasthan (220 kms) - This is a lakeside Island Retreat with AC Rooms and facilities like Swimming Pool, boating and Indoor/outdoor games. There is a conference Hall for corporates and trips to nearby sanctuary for birders and wildlife enthusiasts can be arranged. 

Jhadol Safari Resort, Rajasthan (250 kms) - This is a lakeside Retreat, ideal for a getaway experiences in Heritage, culture, bird watching and nature in general. Set on a lake overlooking lake from three sides, the rooms offer vantage views. Infinity Pool, the orchard area and the feel in general is ideal for a getaway or honeymooners.

Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (4 hours).

Udaipur, Rajasthan (250 kms) - Udaipur is a world renowned destination, known for its lakes ( Lake Pichola , Swaroopsagar and Fatehsagar). While in Udaipur you can take a boat ride in Lake Pichola or visit the nearby Ranakpur (60 kms), Eklingji (25 kms) and Srinathji (42 kms) Temples .  Given the Time a da visit to Chittaurgarh can also be considered (160 kms).

Resorts that are recommended for a weekend Getaway are:

• Trident Udaipur - Luxury Resort with a large spreadout area.  
• Inder Residency and Radisson - Luxury Hotel / Resorts, good for groups, weddings and ex-ahmedabad getaways.
• HRH Shivniwas Palace / HRH Fateh Prakash Palace - Heritage Grand Resort on the lake Pichola which is a part of City Palace Complex. Winter and Summer Weekend Packages of these two resorts are quite popular.
• Grand Laxmi Vilas Palace - Luxury Resort located on a hill overlooking the Udaipur City.  Summer Packages are quite popular.
• Rajputana Resort - Resort located on the outskirts of Udaipur City. It has a spreadout area, Swimming Pool and a good conference Hall.  
• Shilpi Resort - Resort located near Fatehsagar Lake and craft centre Shilpgram, has a spreadout layout, amenities and facilities to make for an excellent weekend getaway option.
• HRH Shikarbadi Resort - This is a royal retreat (Hunting Lodge) located on the outskirts of Udaipur having a swimming pool and large open areas. For wildlife and adventure buffs, there is a licensed Deer Park and also a provision for horseback excursions into the sanctuary and the Aravali hills where one can spot deer, antelope, wild boar, monkey and the nilgai.
• Jagat Retreat / Royal Retreat - These are two private retreats just on outskirts of Udaipur and ideal for a small group for a private getaway.  
• Fatehgarh - A recreation of fort palace within a castle. This is heritage renaissance resort and is excellent getaway option at 10 kms from town centre.
• Silence Resort - 13 kms from Udaipur, a getaway resort with a lake front and where guests can enjoy a completely nature centric experience.
• Karni Fort Bambora - 40 kms from Udaipur, an experiential retreat where one can enjoy a heritage stay besides horse safaris.
• Ravla Khempur - 40 kms from Udaipur, this is a rural stay with a specialisation in Horse safaris. Here guests can enjoy a complete off the beaten track getaway.

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Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (4 ½ hours).

Eklingji and Around

Heritage Resort is a popular Retreat at 25 kms from Udaipur and 275 kms from Ahmedabad. Heritage Resort offers lake facing accommodation, Swimming Pool and a conference hall.

Devigarh (275 kms) is another exclusive heritage Spa and retreat that is popular with Ahmedabad Elite in Summer when Weekend Packages are available with the resort. 

Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (5 hours).

Ranakpur, Kumbhalgarh, Leopard Circuit and around the area

Ranakpur (280 kms) is a pleasing retreat in the aravalli hills.  Ranakpur is famous for its temples and visited by tourists. There are many premium getaway resort options in Ranakpur.  Winter and Summer Weekend Packages are quite popular with Ahmedabad Guests. [All Options]

Kumbhalgarh (300 kms) is a wildlife retreat in the aravalli hill. HRH Aodhi is a good retreat offering swimming pool and cottage type accommodation and can arrange for a jeep Safari in the park. Winter and Summer Weekend Packages are quite popular with Ahmedabad Guests. [All Options]  

Bera, Siana and Sheoganj are retreats known for their leopard sightings at about 300 kms from Ahmedabad and therefore popular with wildlife enthusiasts. [All Options]

Rawla Narlai is one of the experiential retreats near Ranakpur which highlights rural stay experience in Rajasthan.

Ghanerao Royal Castle is more earthy as compared to Narlai but an experience for those who love rural heritage retreats. From Ghanerao one can trek upto the hunting lodge near the Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary, enjoy a wildlife experience and from there again to Ranakpur.

Fort Harji here is a rural stay where small family groups could enjoy a completely off the beaten track getaway.

Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (5 hours).  

Ambardi Interpretation Centre / Amreli (275 kms) - Ambardi is being set up on the Sasan Gir - Diu route (at 90 kms from Sasan Gir) and would be the second Lion Park / Interpretation zone and would be on similar lines as that of Devaliya near Sasan Gir. 

Asiatic Pride Resort spread over 6300 sq. meters is situated right on state highway no. 33 on Chilala Dhari road near to the upcoming Ambardi Interpretation Park.

Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (5 hours).

Dhariyawad (270 kms) - Dhariyawad Estate allows guests to explore private reserve in the surrounding areas of Sita Mata Jungle. It is located 100 kms South-Eat of Udaipur and best accessed from Udaipur or Ahmedabad.

Sita Mata Jungle is home to IUCN red listed critically endangered Namdapha Indian Flying Squirrel (less than 100 are in existence), Panther, Jungle Cats, the rare Four-Horned Antelope, Jackal, and the rare White Jungle Fox.

Walking Safaris is an highlight of a visit here. They are possible only in this private reserve (those governed by forest act don't allow it). Formal set lunches are served to you inside the Jungle core.   

Access: Best way to access is by Road by Private Car (5-6 hours).