Open Road Cafe — Restaurant in Rajasthan

I recently had unique 2-day desert camping trip (Non Touristic ) organized by Open Road Hostel & Café, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience.

From the moment we set out, the team made sure everything was well-organized. The camping in the desert was authentic ( Need Raw camping mind ) simple arrangements that gave a true taste of desert life. Nights under the stars were magical, and waking up to the golden sunrise over the dunes felt surreal.

What made the trip even more special was the interactions. I had the chance to connect with fellow travelers from different places, which brought a sense of community and shared adventure. We exchanged stories around .

Equally memorable was meeting the local village people who hosted us with warmth and generosity. Their hospitality, traditional food, and cultural insights gave me a unique experience of the desert lifestyle. It felt genuine and heartwarming to share moments with them.

This wasn’t just a camping trip — it was a blend of adventure, culture, and human connection. Open Road Hostel & Café deserves full credit for curating such a meaningful and immersive desert experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to go beyond typical tourism and truly connect with the desert...

This was the best decision during our whole trip. Vivian, Aparna along with their daughter and Rajiv as well are such great hosts. They are incredibly welcoming. The place is really good as well and the rooftop cafe has a lot of character in it with so many things like the pool table, the outside area, the reading section, overall it was very boogie and cozy. Earlier we thought about going to sam sand dunes as those are the ones which are all over the internet. But luckily, whole going through reddit we found about open road hotel and the desert safari that they provide. The safari was just amazing. The dunes were completely untouched and clean, which normally you do not find at any tourist places. The night we spent under the stars was just amazing. Overall, Vivian and Aparna's hospitality blew us away. It was the first time for us staying at such place and it was all worth it. Highly recommend this place for anyone...

Jaisalmer marked the beginning of a week-long trip to Rajasthan. In the end, nothing could beat the experience we had in those first two days. Thanks to the team at Open Road. From the very modest bunk-bed rooms to the delightful wall decors, library and free spaces - the ambiance is steeped in culture. Even a simple dal rice or indulging in the flavorsome barbecue chicken and paneer, each dish left a distinct and delectable memory that it still keep popping up in our discussions back home and at work. Vivian helped us with the macro-level planning and turned our itinerary upside down, while Aparna helped us with micro-level details. Without their guidance, this trip may not have been as remarkable, and all ten of us are genuinely grateful for the enriching experience. As we bid farewell to the current year, we extend our warmest wishes to the Open Road team and the little goddess for a wonderful and prosperous New...