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Six Senses Fort Barwara
Chauth Ka Barwara, India · Six Senses · Grand Luxury
A 14th-century Chauhan Rajput fort, its 20-foot rock walls enclosing two original palaces and two Hindu temples within 5.5 acres, Six Senses Fort Barwara opened in October 2021 after more than a decade of conservation led by late architect Nimish Patel and Parul Zaveri of Panika. The resulting 48-suite resort holds a Michelin Two Keys rating and ranked 15th in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Hotels 2024.
- 48 rooms
- Opened 2021
- Neighborhood: Six Senses Fort Barwara
- Architect: Panika (Nimish Patel & Parul Zaveri)
About Six Senses Fort Barwara
- The fort contains two original 14th-century palaces and two functioning Hindu temples within its walled 5.5-acre site, one temple, the Zenana Mahal (queen's palace), now houses the Six Senses Spa.
- Conservation took over a decade under architects Nimish Patel and Parul Zaveri of Panika, who had to determine where doorways could be inserted without compromising the medieval fabric, bringing in traditional artisans to consult on layout and materials.
- The fort was built by the Chauhans in the 14th century, then conquered by the Rajawat dynasty in 1734; during World War II, Raja Man Singh of Barwara fought alongside British forces and was awarded the title Rao Bahadur, a lineage reflected in the suite names.
- Ranked #15 in Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels 2024, making it one of only a handful of Indian hotels in the global top 20 of that list that year.
- The Shikar Burj, a historic observation tower within the fort, doubles as a private dinner venue, one of the few dining experiences in India set inside a medieval watchtower.
History
14th-century fort built by Chauhan Rajputs, owned by Rajasthani royals; restored over a decade by Espire Group preserving palaces and temples. Raja Man Singh aided British in WWII, earning Rao Bahadur title. Opened as Six Senses resort in 2021, blending heritage with modern wellness.
The setting
In Chauth Ka Barwara, Rajasthan, overlooking Barwara Lake, Chauth ka Barwara temple, fields, and Aravalis; 30 min from Ranthambore National Park.
Restaurants and bars
- The Cortile — Restaurant
- Roohani — Restaurant
- Rani Bagh — Poolside
- Rajawat Room — Restaurant
- Viewing Gallery — Restaurant
- Shikar Burj — Restaurant
Amenities
- Spa with Ayurveda
- fitness
- pool
- yoga
- organic gardens
- kids program
- Earth Lab
- Private pool
- Hot tub
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- Andrew Harper Editors Choice (2025)
- Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels (2024)
- Condé Nast Hot List (2022)
- Prix Versailles (Hotels) — World Title (2022)
- 2 Michelin Keys
- Travel + Leisure It List
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