Sarai Kothi

<h3 class=“ about-hotel__subtitle”>Overview</h3>Located deep in the Sal Forests of the Kanha National Park, Sarai Kothi is a Jungle resort offering travellers the chance to experience luxury in the midst of the wild. This unique resort is set in the Mukki range of the National Park and offers 4 comfortable room categories, ideal for travellers of different kinds. The property is also completely pet friendly, so feel free to bring along your best friend with you. The resort was set up all the way back in 1991 and its was derived from the Sal or Sarai jungle surrounding it.<p></p>Sarai Kothi offers stunning views of the surrounding jungle, villages and paddy fields. The wildlife reserve is home to over 70 species of trees and 22 species of wildlife, so there’s a good chance you’ll get to see a few endangered animals, including the Bengal tiger, black buck, leopard, chinkara, jackal, and hard-ground barasingha. It’s also an excellent spot for bird watchers with over 200 species of birds inhabiting the area.<h3 class=“ about-hotel__subtitle”>How To Get Here</h3>The closest airports to the resort are the Nagpur International Airport which is 285 km, the Jabalpur Airport is 189 km away, and the Raipur Airport is 202 km away. If you’re planning on travelling by train, the closest railway stations are Gondia Junction (117 km), Nagpur Railway Station (242 km), the Raipur Junction (187 km), and the Jabalpur Junction (183 km). Guests can request in advance for pick up services from these stations to the resort.<h3 class=“ about-hotel__subtitle”>Rooms And Amenities Offered</h3>Sarai Kothi has a total of 4 rooms, two on the ground floor and a spacious suite on the first floor. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served with every room type. Each of these luxurious rooms are well appointed with an air conditioner, electric kettle with provisions to prepare beverages, television, and a spotless washroom with hot water and freshly-stocked toiletries. Every room also has a sit out where you can relax in a hammock and enjoy gorgeous views of the premises. A number of beautiful birds, including the jungle owlet, Indian roller, and racket-tailed drongo visit these verandahs during the day.<p></p>When you stay at this jungle resort, you can expect a host of on-site amenities, including round-the-clock security, free WiFi, reliable room service, quick housekeeping, and laundry against a reasonable charge. The resort also boasts an ornate dining room, where you can enjoy all your meals. The resort also boasts a common recreation area, where you can watch your favourite TV shows or skim through a good book in the cosy book nook. The staff here will also arrange for bikes, so you can take a look around the premises.<h3 class=“ about-hotel__subtitle”>Activities On Site</h3>Sarai Kothi is surrounded by the villages of Kareli and Gorakhpur, where guests can see for themselves what village life is like. The owner will be happy to arrange cycling or hiking, so you can explore the surroundings. A jungle safari can also be arranged, where your guide will take you through the lesser explored parts of the sanctuary. Other activities offered here include bird walks, walking safaris, and a visit to the Phen Sanctuary, a satellite habitat to the Kanha Tiger Reserve. The owner will also be happy to arrange a bonfire for you during winter.<h3 class=“ about-hotel__subtitle”>Things To Keep In Mind</h3><ul style="list-style: disc;padding-left: 20px;"><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">Considering the seasonal changes here can be quite different, it is advisable to carry accessories, including umbrellas, raincoats, trekking shoes, caps/ hats, sunscreen, and insect repellant with you</li><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">Guests’ belongings, including mobile phones, cameras, and wallets are strictly their own responsibility</li><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">A television is only available in the common recreational area</li><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">Remember to carry warm clothes and accessories, as the weather in Kanha can quite cold, especially during the monsoons</li><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">Smoking is not allowed in the rooms. Guests may use the balcony to smoke</li><li style="padding-bottom: 8px;">It is advisable to carry along a first-aid kit and all your personal medicines, as they may not be available near the property</li></ul>