Rajasthan : Mihir Garh, in Rajasthan has been chosen as the outstanding winner of the Boutique Hotel Awards 2013, London-based international awards, dedicated to recognizing excellence among boutique hotels around the world. Mihir Garh, an exclusive nine suite boutique hotel, won the title of World’s Best Boutique Hotel, with an upper hand over other luxury boutique hotels nominated from around the world. The property was also named as one of the World’s Best Romantic Retreats.

Rightly earning the coveted title, Mihir Garh – the ‘Fort of the Sun’, the dream project of husband-and-wife owners – Sidharth and Rashmi Singh, is a palatial boutique fort perched on a single dune amongst the sands of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, around 55 kilometers south west of Jodhpur. Built with a sense of rustic elegance, while tastefully blending the contemporary style, Mihir Garh truly stands out in the midst of the unspoilt desert vistas. The couple also owns the acclaimed Rohet Garh nearby.

Speaking on the occasion, Sidharth Singh said, “The World’s Best Boutique Hotel Award is a true honor, as it has just reassured us that we are clearly on the right path to serve and delight our guests. I am truly delighted and pleased with this accolade, and we promise to keep up our reputation for excellence in providing our guests with an unmatched opportunity to experience the rich heritage, and culture of this land.”

The suites are spread over two floors, and each suite offers more than 1700 square feet of space, and a private jacuzzi or plunge pool. Numerous alcoves, lounges and common areas commanding a spectacular view have been designed, to allow guests to experience intimacy and romantic privacy during their stay.

“From the colors used for the interiors, to the careful selection of building material, we wanted to contain the rich tradition of this land. Our inspiration was the rural village architecture of Western Rajasthan. Every nook and corner has been lovingly created by a very talented team. Every single workman involved in bringing Mihir Garh to life, hails from the region and this award is a celebration of their efforts”, added Singh.

Mihir Garh boasts some of the best ‘Marwari’ horses in its stables, also noted as the finest in the country. These majestic horses are definitely the pride of the property and guests across cultures, have often referred to the exceptional horse safaris through the local countryside, as the “highlight” of their stay. There are a variety of treatments available at Mihir Garh’s spa, which combined with Al fresco breakfasts, royal picnics and culinary workshops, compliment the stay, giving a true experience of the World’s Best Boutique Hotel. Completed in 2009, this palatial boutique fort is a true retreat!