Baghvan

Top choice in Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh


Taj Hotels has luxury properties at all of MP’s major tiger parks, but this discerning choice is the most jungly and jaw-dropping. Twelve massive bamboo, sal and concrete cottages are hidden amid the forest and feature exquisite artwork and furniture, indoor/outdoor showers and massive elevated machans (open-air patios).

The common areas follow suit, pleasantly offset by some whimsical art and artefacts. Food is predictably divine. It's 1km from Turia gate and reservations are required. Rates vary wildly with season and demand; B&B and jungle plan (full board plus safaris) are also available.


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