Luxury Healing Hotels Star Desert Camp Jaisalmer
Opp. Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer, 345001 Jaisalmer, India
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Honestly, when you first pull up to Star Desert Camp, you might wonder if you took a wrong turn somewhere – it’s literally sitting across from the Sam Sand Dunes, which means you’re about 40 minutes outside Jaisalmer proper, and the landscape is just… well, it’s a lot of sand and scrub brush. But that’s actually the whole point, and once you get it, you really get it.
The camp itself has this authentic desert vibe that doesn’t feel forced, you know? I mean, sure, it’s set up for tourists, but they’ve done it right – the tents are proper canvas with decent beds (not those flimsy things you sometimes get), and there’s actual hot water, which honestly surprised me given how remote it feels. The staff genuinely seems to know everyone who walks through, and they’ll remember your name by day two, which is kind of nice. What really sold me though was sitting outside my tent around sunset – you can hear absolutely nothing except maybe a camel grunting somewhere in the distance, and the silence is almost overwhelming if you’re used to city noise. The whole place gets this golden glow that makes even your mediocre phone photos look decent.
You’ll want to time this right though – avoid peak winter months (December-January) unless you book way ahead, because it fills up with both international tourists and Indian families on holiday. I was there in November, which was perfect actually – cool enough at night that you need a blanket, but warm during the day. The camel safari thing is pretty much mandatory, and while it sounds touristy, the guides actually know their stuff about desert navigation and local wildlife. Fair warning: if you’re expecting luxury resort amenities, this isn’t that place. The Wi-Fi is spotty (sometimes nonexistent), and the restaurant menu is limited, though what they do make is solid – lots of dal and roti, some decent chicken curry. But here’s the thing – you’re paying for an experience, not a hotel stay. Watching the stars without any light pollution is genuinely incredible, and waking up to that massive expanse of dunes right outside your tent makes you feel like you’re in a completely different world. The 8.3 rating makes sense because while it’s not fancy, it delivers exactly what it promises, and the location is unbeatable if you want that real desert experience without having to rough it completely.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.8
Comfort: 8.3
Location: 9.1
Facilities: 8.4
Cleanliness: 8.5
Value for money: 8.4
Khan
Everything is very good . Food parograms very good. Jeep safari good sallu bhai very good drivar really we enjoy all here. Thanks start camp
Vipul from India
Can add more variety in food but taste is good.
Nikhil from India
Staff was very welcoming and service was really good.
Had a very pleasant stay.
Yadav from India
Worst management, poor cleaning, poor dj and not comfortable, I say big noo for star desert
Roopa from India
Nothing was good to like
Saykat from India
Hygiene & lack of good rooms nd bad complimentary food, much better places near & around that we can consider than booking this place
Dharmesh from India
Good services and good food staff is also very polite 😊
Khan from India
The staff was very nice, the bed was comfortable and the cultural program was also very good 😊
Balakrishnan from India
Good location, decent food and cultural programs, provided hot milk for the child on request.
Vipin from India
We feel very good in this camp.. accomodation was perfect.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Desert National Park: 4.6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Rawala: 12 km
- Cafe/bar Oasis Bar: 300 m
- Restaurant Golden City Camp: 2.3 km
Closest airports:
- Jaisalmer Airport: 37 km
ROOMS
- Deluxe Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
- Tent with 1 single bed for 2 adults
FACILITIES
View:
- Garden view
- View
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
General:
- Pet basket
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning Additional charge
- Non-smoking throughout
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath Additional charge
- Massage
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre Additional charge
Transport:
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Bingo Additional charge Off-site
- Aerobics Additional charge
- Archery Additional charge Off-site
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Happy hour
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Badminton equipment Additional charge
- Water park Additional charge Off-site
- Kids' club Additional charge
- Nightclub/D J
- Diving Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge
- Table tennis
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Telephone
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Balcony
- Free WiFi
- View
- Bath
- Terrace
Entertainment and family services:
- Baby safety gates
- Indoor play area
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Check-in:
- Available 24 hours
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out:
- Available 24 hours
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
Opp. Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer, 345001 Jaisalmer, India
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