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.

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

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.

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.
• 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 (Intercontinental) – 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.
• Sneh Resort -  Resort located on outskirts of Udaipur and an ideal weekend getaway resort with all the amenities, facilities and activities.
• 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.

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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 and Kumbhalgarh

Ranakpur (280 kms) is a pleasing retreat in the aravalli hills.  Ranakpur is famous for its temples and visited by tourists. Fateh Bagh is the best option in Ranakpur with a swimming pool and heritage feel.  Winter and Summer Weekend Packages are quite popular with Ahmedabad Guests.

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.

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