BOUGAINVILLEA RETREAT
An eco-arts retreat in Gourela, nestled among the Aravalli Hills beneath the Monsoon Palace, where nature, creativity, and village life meet
Begin Your Experience
Stay
Escape to a place where nature and comfort exist in perfect harmony. Wake to birdsong, breathe fresh countryside air, savour farm-fresh meals, and unwind in thoughtfully crafted spaces designed for mindful living, meaningful rest, and a slower pace that nurtures both you and the environment.
Explore
Discover the quiet charm of rural Rajasthan through scenic trails, hidden landscapes, village life, and moments of wonder. Wander at your own pace, connect with local traditions, embrace simple pleasures, and uncover experiences that inspire curiosity and lasting memories.
Create
Find inspiration where creativity flows effortlessly. Explore hands-on workshops, artistic collaborations, traditional crafts, music, storytelling, and mindful making that encourage self-expression, spark new ideas, and celebrate the joy of creating in a peaceful natural setting.
Connect
Share meaningful moments with fellow travellers, artists, and local communities in an atmosphere of warmth and belonging. Gather around nourishing meals, engaging conversations, cultural exchanges, and shared experiences that build genuine relationships and leave a lasting sense of connection.
“Sitting on the edge of Gourela village below Udaipur's Monsoon Palace, Bougainvillea Retreat is an eco Retreat and cultural space created for travellers, artists, writers, musicians, poets and thoughtful guests seeking a slower and more meaningful experience of Rajasthan and India.” — Oscar, Dublin
Bougainvillea Retreat: An Artist Community Development Space in Gourela Udaipur
Bougainvillea Retreat is an Aravali Eco Retreat, Artists Residency & Cultural Stay in Rural Rajasthan
Sitting on the edge of Gourela village below Udaipur's Monsoon Palace, Bougainvillea Retreat is an eco Retreat and cultural space created for travelers, artists, writers, musicians, poets and thoughtful guests seeking a slower and more meaningful experience of Rajasthan and India.
Set in a large garden, Bougainvillea brings together hospitality, ecology, creativity and village life.
A Different Kind of Rajasthani Retreat
Bougainvillea is neither a conventional hotel nor a resort. It is a quiet retreat space shaped by creativity, conversation, nature and local culture.