At a Glance

What hotel was used in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Ravla Khempur located about 1.5 hrs drive from Udaipur was the main hotel featured in the film. Originally a tribal chieftain’s palace but now it operates as an equestrian hotel in the village of Khempur, about an hour and a half outside of Udaipur.

The title ‘Ravla’ in Rajasthan refers to the home of a village chieftain”. In earlier days, the Ravla was the focal point of the entire village. Functions such as village welfare, the collection of taxes, administration of law and order, and the initiation of festivals took place in the Ravla. Ravla Khempur exudes historical ambience and is graced with breathtaking surroundings. The lofty terraces, open courtyards, sprawling gardens, domes, arches and canopied balconies transport one back in time. 

For the visitor, this is a side of India that has its own fascination; the cheerful welcome and natural hospitality of the village folk who ask nothing more than to enjoy a chat over a cup of tea. Beyond the village is an expanse of verdant farmland stretching off towards distant mountains: not a single blot on the landscape to spoil this serenely beautiful panorama.

Ravla Khempur, The Heritage Hotel offers basic but clean en suite rooms. Gardens and courtyards, Culinary Delights and Bathaks (music).

This hotel is featured in the following tour

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Film Tour

Ravla Khempur Website