Jaisalmer is far from major metros, so guest stay and travel need careful planning. Here is a guide to wedding guest accommodation in Jaisalmer.
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Getting there
- Rail: trains from Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur – overnight trains are popular.
- Road: Jodhpur to Jaisalmer is about 285 km (around 5 hours).
- Air: Jaisalmer Airport has limited, seasonal flights; Jodhpur has more.
Where to book
- City hotels: for big room blocks with easy access.
- Havelis and boutique hotels: for close family.
- Desert camps near Sam and Khuri: for one or two nights of the experience.
- Palace and heritage hotels: for VIPs and premium stays.
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Room-block tips
- Book 9–12 months ahead for December and Desert Festival dates.
- Combine a city hotel with a camp for the sangeet night.
- Ask camps about heaters, attached bathrooms and hot water.
- Get release dates in writing.
Transport
- Coaches from Jodhpur airport on arrival days.
- Station pickups for overnight trains.
- City–camp shuttles (40–50 km each way).
- Avoid late-night highway travel.
Welcome kit
Schedule, map, warm shawl, lip balm, sunscreen, sunglasses and a desert-snack box.
FAQs
Should guests stay at camps?
For one night of the experience; city hotels are more practical for the rest.
How do most guests arrive?
Via Jodhpur by road, or by train.
Plan more
See the planner guide, wedding cost and the FAQs.
