All Seasons Homestay: A beautiful and convenient Jaipur hotel
Updated: Apr 7
The All Seasons Homestay is a warmly furnished guesthouse offering home-cooked meals, a garden, and roof terraces with a 360 view of Jaipur. It is located in a quiet area and is a great place to relax and unwind, or to use as a base for exploring the Pink City.
Jaipur is known as "The Pink City" due to the dominant color scheme of its buildings. In 1876, Maharaja Ram Singh had most of the buildings painted pink—the color of hospitality—in preparation for a visit by Britain's Queen Victoria.
The tradition of painting buildings pink has continued ever since, and today Jaipur is a vibrant and colorful city that is well worth a visit. It has become a popular tourist destination and we think the All Seasons Homestay is both an attractive and affordable spot that you shouldn't miss out on! Read on to find out why!
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Getting to All Seasons Homestay: The bus from Agra to Jaipur, checking out the local area and finding a pharmacy
Before we get stuck in to the review of All Seasons Homestay, feel free to check out our YouTube video! After Jenn sadly missed out on a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra due to travellers diarrhea (see last post) we had a 5 hour bus ride to get through to Jaipur. We share the experience and some information on India bus travel, along with the process of buying the bus tickets.
Once we arrived at All Seasons Jenn took a turn for the worst, so Leon went for a walk through the streets of Jaipur to find a pharmacy, which he eventually found after several attempts. He found some interesting locals along the way too! Enjoy the video, and please do subscribe if you want to see more from our travels. Many thanks in advance!
Just a five minute rickshaw ride away from the Taj, this is a very convenient location. But is it worth it? Our full review and highlights!
Our All Seasons Homestay Review - a comfortable hotel with excellent service and spectacular decor!
We were most looking forward to the All Seasons Homestay given its growing reputation and excellent location in Jaipur. We have not really visited many homestay's either, so we were certainly excited about trying something new too.
Sadly for us we were not able to exactly enjoy this homestay, or even Jaipur itself, owing to bad cases of travellers diarrhea which seemed to hit its peak the moment we showed up. So much so that when we arrived, we could barely even check in as we were so desperate for a bathroom! We missed our arrival tour, and spent virtually all of our first night and day in our room. We did try to have a bite to eat, but with everything going on, we weren't that hungry.
After collecting medication and spending a good period of time recuperating, we were finally able to get out of the room and check this place out. What a wonderful place it is too! Themed on the six seasons of India, each floor and room is named and decorated on which season it represents.
India has a wide range of climates and weather patterns due to its geographic size and varied topography. The year is divided into six seasons of two-month duration each. These seasons are Vasant Ritu (Spring), Grishma Ritu (Summer), Varsha Ritu (Monsoon), Sharad Ritu (Autumn), Hemant Ritu (Pre-Winter) and Shishir Ritu (Winter).
The concept is really neat and the owners have done an exceptional job of conveying this with a unique blend of traditional and modern motifs and decorations. Everything feels very local here; Rajasthani designs and paintings adorning the walls and ceilings with such color and style. Even with a dampened enthusiasm given our issues, we were really impressed and felt very much at home.
Every floor seems to have something interesting, be it colored glass windows or cool paintings and sitting areas. There are so many picturesque opportunities here and it would have been a great place for a photo shoot. We had kind of planned that although it did not happen in the end, as we spent most of our time in our room. Now all we can do is imagine what could have been!
Given that we already had a couple of accommodations not exactly live up to their billing, we were really hoping that this one would hit the mark when it came to all of our parameters such as cleaning, facilities, location, value-for-money etc. We are pleased to say it did! Rated as a 3-star, we would go as far to say that it deserves at least one higher than that. Let's dig a little deeper to find out why...
⪢ The Location
A key selling point here is the excellent location in Jaipur. If you are here for some sightseeing, Jaipur sits in the famous Golden Triangle and the All Seasons Homestay sits basically in the middle of the top sights in the Pink City.
Sadly we were unable to even start our itinerary in Jaipur, and devastatingly missed out on all of the attractions here. Nonetheless, here is a list of places we would have visited, and how close they are to All Seasons Homestay by car / rickshaw:
● Amber Fort - 4 minutes
● Hawa Mahal Palace - 20 minutes
● Jaigarh Fort - 45 minutes
● Nahargarh Fort - 45 minutes
● Gaitore Jaipur - 20 minutes
⪢ The cost
At $42 CAD per night, the All Seasons Homestay is a steal in our opinion! Given its convenient location, beautiful furnishings and on-site kitchen, it has everything you could need and is very affordable. This is an excellent 3-star accommodation that could easily be a 4-star and is one of the best value hotels in the area.
3 night cost: $126 CAD / $91.81 USD / £73.70
** prices quoted are at time of writing (April 2024) and are subject to change at any time.
⪢ Rooftop Terraces
All Seasons Homestay boasts no less than three terraces, each with their own appeal. The first terrace has lovely seating areas for chilling and relaxing, the second a gym, foosball table and library, and the third, a beautiful panoramic view of the city. Again we had booked this homestay with these terraces in mind and we were fully expecting to enjoy them with our friends Jackson and Marjo!
It was another disappointing aspect of our time in Jaipur, only getting to enjoy these spaces in a fleeting moment before rushing back to the bathroom. They are all very nicely put together though and it is a shame we never got to play games and enjoy the evenings here. But we are sure you will, should you book this homestay!
⪢ Inside All Seasons Homestay
There are plenty of 'wow' moments to be had inside the homestay. This feels like India! Beautifully and carefully decorated with local and regional traditions in mind, each floor is colorful and vibrant from wall to ceiling. We enjoyed exploring it and we have to note that it was spotlessly clean too. With so much to look at across five floors it is worth spending time here for the decor alone!
⪢ The front gardens & security
Located at the front of the property, the well-manicured garden still feels very private owing to a wall topped with some beautiful trellis. Lush and green, with places to sit and admire the plants and greenery, it certainly does not feel like you are in a city when you step inside. It is lovely and quiet too! A really good space to relax and unwind for sure.
The entrance is gated and there is a guardhouse here, although we never saw one. That being said the concierge is manned 24 hours and we believe the front gate is actually locked after 11pm. It does feel very secure here and there is also a local police station nearby for good measure.
The food at All Seasons Homestay
With a beautiful kitchen and dining area and a very attentive cooking staff, we know that the dining experience here would have been traditional, homely and delicious! Unfortunately we were unable to try much at all, as we were only just beginning to get our appetite back, and were sticking to basic foods that we could only hope would not bring on yet more excruciating stomach pains.
The staff were well aware of our issues and were really understanding, allowing us to eat in the comfort of our room, and preparing some basic foods with the hope we would be able to digest it okay! It is with great sadness that we could not enjoy dining downstairs, where we would have really been able to immerse ourselves in the homestay style eating that All Seasons has made a USP of their establishment.
One of our unique selling points is our home-cooked meals. Our kitchen prepares fresh and delicious dishes, offering a taste of authentic Rajasthani cuisine. Experience the flavors and aromas of home-cooked food made with love and care, providing a truly fulfilling dining experience.
These two simple photos are all the food we ate between us in the three days we spent here. They may seem fairly unassuming but they were still good, as far as basic foods go. There was not a menu as such, and the kitchen is open to preparing requests along with traditional dishes and suggestions. We hope you get to enjoy the full compliment of meals here and would love to hear of your experience!
The Room at All Seasons Homestay
Our room was on the second floor and was very comfortable. We spent most of our time in it as you may have gathered by now! Nice and spacious, it had all we needed. Mostly a good bed and strong WiFi, so we could work or watch movies while we focused on recovering.
The bed was firm but nice and we had plenty of pillows which we always like to have. There is also a small wardrobe and a TV in this main room, but no mini-fridge or kettle. This can actually be found on each floor as a communal kitchen, of which is fully furnished and also has a basic compliment of tea and coffee which is a nice touch. There is also a microwave which we always like to have for heating up food and coffee.
The bathroom is really nice and we particularly liked the stones that edged the floor. Along with the marble-style tiles and pastel colors it felt really natural and almost reminded us of the open bathrooms in Bali! Shower gel and shampoo is provided, along with a hairdryer which is always appreciated, especially as we try not to bring one to save on space and weight. The hot water and pressure is spot on too which is a great bonus (do not always assume this to be the case in India!)
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How to find All Seasons Homestay Jaipur
The distance from Jaipur Central Bus Station to All Seasons Homestay is 3.5 km along Hathroi Fort, Hari Kishan Somani Marg, Ajmer Road, behind Vidhayakpuri Police Station. It should take 46 minutes to get there by transit. See the directions here.
The distance from Jaipur Train Station to All Seasons Homestay is shorter, at 1.2 km. It should take 17 minutes to get there by transit. See the directions here.
⪢ Contact Information
Address: 63, Hathroi Fort, Hari Kishan Somani Marg, Behind Vidhayakpuri Police Station, Ajmer road, Jaipur 302001, Rajasthan, India
Email: ranjana@allseasonshomestayjaipur.com | ranjanagoel9@gmail.com
Contact Numbers:
Bina Goel +91-98291-61369
Ranjana Goel +91-94603-87055
Dinesh Goel +91-94140-41553
Land line +91-141-2369443
Website / booking: allseasonshomestayjaipur.com
Instagram: @allseasonshomestay
Facebook: @allseasonshomestay
Our All Seasons Homestay experience ratings
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Even without being able to take full advantage of all the All Seasons Homestay has to offer, we are still rating this accommodation 5 stars! Based on what we experienced, we doubt you will get much better bang for your buck than this. A great homestay with lovely people, you will be missing out if you do not try it!
✓ Cleanliness: 5/5
Excellent standards all around, with daily cleaning evident and the communal areas kept just as spotless as the rooms. Everything felt new and well maintained, with there clearly being a great pride and care taken in this regard.
✓ Cost & Value for money: 5/5
✓ Food & Drink: N/A
✓ Location: 5/5
✓ Service: 5/5
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Coming up: Jenn & Marjo go for a Sari Draping in Jaipur, and our journey to Udaipur almost becomes a disaster
We were both still feeling pretty unwell when we made it to the All Seasons Homestay. Most grateful for the medication we found and our comfortable surroundings, it made for a great place to recover. By the end of our stay we were feeling much better, although very sad that we were unable to explore Jaipur at all.
It was a sad predicament to be in, as honestly we do not know if we will ever make it back to the Pink City. We had not really seen anything but the inside of our room and a short tour of the building, and we really felt like we needed at least something to stand for our time here. Cue a Sari Draping session, something which Jenn was really keen on doing prior to us even coming to India. So off Jenn and Marjo went, with Leon as the cameraman!
The following day we had a long bus ride pre-booked to Udaipur. We were more worried about our tummies the day before, but little did we know that was to be the least of our concerns. With it leaving at 5am we had been scheduled for pick up from the Sindhi Camp Bus Stand, which turned out to be one of the worst experiences we have ever had on our travels. Stay tuned!
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