The 10 best hotels in Umaria District, India

Lemon Tree Wildlife Resort, Bandhavgarh is situated in the heart of the forest, amidst the dense expanse of towering Sal trees. This beautiful nature retreat is just a few yards away from Tala Gate, the most Tiger inhabited zone of Bandhavgarh National Park. Spread over 5 acres, and surrounded by lush green wilderness, this refreshing resort dressed in warm hues and reddish terracotta stone offers a tranquil jungle experience like none other. Just 240 kms from Khajuraho, 35 kms from Umaria and 180 kms from Jabalpur, is a perfect destination for wildlife enthusiasts, naturalists, and adventure seekers. This one-of-its-kind property, with vibrant interiors, stone flooring, wooden textures and ample greens comprises of 33 premium cottages with modern amenities, an outdoor shower area and a central fireplace; including a soon-to-open Bamboo cottage designed like a jungle hut. The hotel offers a multi-cuisine restaurant- Citrus Cafe, an outdoor swimming pool and a conference room, the resort is a perfect place to rejuvenate and unwind with family and friends.

The lodge is environmentally sensitive, harmonious with the natural features of the site and accentuates natural daylight to all facilities. Local knowledge and art has been incorporated in the development and the lodge has been constructed using local manpower. The lodge is rustic yet deluxe, finished with fine cotton and handcrafted furniture. The lodge is set in a forested estate of 32 acres over looking sal forested hills on both sides. Bandhavgarh was established in 1968 as a National Park, and is spread over an area of 448 sq. kms. This national park was declared as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in the year 1993. It is predominantly covered with vegetation like SAL, SALI, DHOBIN and has vast stretches of grasslands spread over 32 hills, the region though smaller than other wildlife parks has one of the highest density of tigers in the world.

20 air-conditioned luxury suites with attached dressing rooms and elegant western wash rooms. In addition to the conventional wash rooms each suite has its own open-to-sky shower area, verandah and small courtyard.

Nestled amid 85 acres of a charming estate and just 200 metres from one of India's most famous homes for tigers, Bandhavgarh National Park, Syna Tiger Resort beckons you with its quaint cottages, contemporary suites and latest amenities. Stay right in the heart of the jungle with the big cats for company at Syna Tiger Resort. Featuring 20 luxurious wildlife cottages, this jungle resort is the perfect spot to get close to nature and wildlife. A fully equipped fitness centre awaits you, plus a stunning plunge pool, perfect for a refreshing dip. Meanwhile, the onsite restaurant promises mouthwatering meals carefully prepared by the chef from locally sourced ingredients.

Renest Bandhavgarh Meadows is one of the best resorts in Bandhavgarh National Park, offering palatial accommodations, experiences of the unparalleled beauty of the jungle, and wildlife adventure. The resort is surrounded by magnificent views of mountains and jungle, offering you an eyegasm right from the comfort of your rooms. Renest Bandhavgarh Meadows is spread over seven acres of land, located in village Bijaria (Tala) of the Umaria district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated very close to the boundary of the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve. The resort includes 10 villas and 05 cottages offering elegant rooms with plush interiors ranging from magnificent villas to deluxe cottages, all of them designed tastefully and mindfully with modern amenities to ensure that your stay with Renest Bandhavgarh Meadows is comfortable and memorable.

Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge. Access:• Jabalpur Airport (200 Km) • Khajuraho Airport (270 Km) • Umaria Railway Station (32 Km) • Kanha (280 Km)Located within walking distance of Bandhavgarh National Park’s main gate, the lodge has been developed on the theme of an Indian village, with twelve thatched double–bedded cottages around an inner courtyard. There are two separate villas with further accommodations of eight rooms. A spacious thatched dining room serving home cooked Indian food and Continental cuisines, becomes the center point of activities like campfire performances, lectures and star gazing. The estate has meadows that attract deer and fruit trees that are home to birds and butterflies. An occasional alarm call from the jungle close by alerts you to the tiger on the prowl! Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge provides a professional resident naturalist, a library with wildlife books and magazines. Laundry services and recreational activities are also available – Jungle safaris in open 4x4 vehicles, bird watching, nature or village walks, elephant camps, and visits to the weekly market local fair or village schools. Bar-be-que dinners and campfire nights with tribal dances are some of the surprises in store for you!

Wildlife Luxary Resort, situated on the edge of the forest, in the wilderness of the Bandhavgarh…Resort with the luxary facility like Swimming pool, Airconditioners, Hot water facility, organic vegetables

On and among the trees in our five tree houses there is a route to hide away of fantasies. In the 21 acres area of land lies an option of experiencing the snug life inside the rooms or venture out in the tiger-infested wild. The property has its resident species of birds, reptiles and animals residing around the forest trees and over time the area has now become a small secure park for them. You can spend your time unseen and undisturbed in the intimacy of your room or choose to go looking for wild animals & birds in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.

The Mahua Kothi Lodge features 12 cottages, each of which is accessed by a spacious private courtyard with shaded seating and traditional stone floor. Interiors include wooden shutters, hand plastered mud walls washed with lime, roughly hewn wooden rafters and handmade pottery roof tiles. Floors are dressed in the locally sourced ‘Katni’ stone. Large wooden puppets adorn the walls while several small alcoves sport arches with geometric tribal patterns in keeping with local trends. A king-sized bed faces an enormous window overlooking a delightful wooded patch. A wide window seat with mattress covers and bolsters in tones of rust and burnt orange contrast delightfully with the vibrant green outside. Each ensuite bathroom features twin hand basins with vintage brass tap fittings placed in front of a glass window covering most of the wall. Bamboo blinds lined with raw silk can be drawn for a view of trees and bamboo thickets as guests ready for safari. The bath tub is lined beside a wall with beautiful ‘Jaali’ work while the step down shower area is provided with a shiny brass bucket and mug in case guests wish to take a ‘bucket bath’, as most rural Indians do. Experience the best of jungle safari at our resort in Bandhavgarh National Park!

Spread over 15 acers of Lush Green forest cover, this is an ideal place to stay for wildlife safari holiday.