Fort Barli - A 16th Century Castle

We wanted an escape from the hustle and bustle of touring and Fort Barli did not disappoint. Divyraj and his wife have created a comfortable and very personal hotel experience catering for exactly that. The owners are very friendly and approachable and their dog Blue is adorable. In Kesar and their staff they look after you from the moment you arrive and Divyraj contacts you prior to your stay to ensure a smooth arrival. Thanks to Kesar for looking after us. Our room was a suite and it was large and spacious and very comfortable. This is a heritage property and not blingy or ultra modern but that is the properties charm. There is a large dining room for meals and breakfast was a buffet with hot food provided and cooked to order, dinner was also a buffet. Drinks were at 7pm which allowed you to chat with other guests before dinner. We would have preferred communal dining but I do understand that it’s not everyone’s preference. As we stayed three nights our final night was private dining in the courtyard outside our room which was very thoughtful and very nice. The pool is a nice size but I think the area could be improved. When you have not so nice or a good experience in other properties on your travels you realise and value the hospitality that you have been shown and given by Divyraj, his wife and team. Nothing is too much trouble and that is priceless.

It is a delightful heritage property in a rural village location. I loved walking round the village, everyone was so friendly and keen for you to take photographs. There’s a lake with lots of birdlife including painted storks. The home cooked food was delicious. I participated in several activities… the bullock cart ride, birdwatching, massage …and enjoyed them all.

The location was perfect after we had just spent a week in some of India's busiest cities. This beautiful heritage hotel gave us the opportunity to relax and recharge our batteries before continuing our journey. The staff here were outstanding and the owners were always present and ready to help.

I loved everything at Fort Barli. The charming hosts, the wonderful staff, the fabulous room and the food which was delicious. The fort and its history, so interesting and a great place to relax by the pool and enjoy the sounds of nature and village life. This was my second stay and definitely not my last. Highly recommend.

beautiful old restored fort . Charming host & wife - nothing was too much trouble . Excellent staff- lots to do