Your stay — Annapurna
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The Property — Annapurna
The Annapurna is a straightforward, no-nonsense 3-star hotel on Sikar’s main road, with a functional lobby that smells of floor polish and chai. Its USP is reliability: clean rooms, working AC, and a rooftop restaurant that serves solid Rajasthani thalis. It suits business travellers and budget-conscious tourists who need a clean base for exploring the Shekhawati region’s painted havelis.
Chronicles of Sikar
Sikar was founded in 1687 by Raja Bihari Mal, a scion of the Jaipur royal family, and grew as a trading outpost during the Maratha and British periods. Its wealthier merchants built ornate havelis in the 19th and early 20th centuries, covered with frescoes of gods, trains, and colonial officers. Today Sikar is a bustling educational hub, known for coaching centres and as a gateway to the Shekhawati painted towns of Fatehpur and Nawalgarh. Its old town retains a dusty, lived-in charm, with narrow lanes leading to temples and stepwells that see few foreign visitors.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sikar guide →Best months
October to March — cool, dry days (15-30°C) perfect for exploring havelis on foot or cycle, with clear skies and few tourists outside Jaipur.
Peak / festival surge
October–November (festival season: Diwali, Dussehra) and December–January (winter peak). Hotel prices rise 30-50% over November’s Diwali week. The Gangaur and Teej fairs in March also draw crowds but are more local than tourist-driven.
Budget shoulder season
July–September (monsoon shoulder) and April—cheap rooms (20-30% discounts), fewer tourists, but July monsoon is erratic—expect brief, heavy downpours and high humidity (60-80%).
Weather & packing
Sikar’s climate quirk: it can be 40°C in July afternoons but drop to 25°C with a wicked thunderstorm in an hour. Pack a compact rain jacket and a reusable water bottle; skip cotton—wear quick-dry clothes.
Live City Briefing — Sikar
- The Jal Mahal lake outside Sikar has reopened for light boating after a 2024 restoration, but check water levels in monsoon—it can be dry by November.
- A new bypass road (NH-52) near Sikar’s eastern edge opened in late 2025, cutting travel time to Jaipur’s airport to under 2 hours, though the old city centre traffic still clogs during school hours.
- Monsoon 2026 forecast: India Meteorological Department predicts above-normal rainfall for Rajasthan, so expect short, intense downpours on 18-19 July; hotel roof may leak—request a top-floor room only if you see recent reviews.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Annapurna, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd floor (above the lobby hum but still reachable by stairs if the lift is slow). Rooms at the back of the building face an internal courtyard, away from Sikar’s main road traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – the old lift mechanism clatters. Also skip ground-floor rooms: they get noise from the lobby and street-level door slams.
Best views
Rooms at the back look onto the courtyard and neighbouring rooftops – decent for light and air, but no scenic vistas. Front rooms face the city street and can be gritty.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are quietest, as they sit above street-level bustle but below any rooftop activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Sikar is a busy market town; the main road in front carries auto-rickshaws and trucks from dawn till late evening. Morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosque reaches upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Park in the gated lot behind the hotel (ask at check-in) to avoid street-side parking scratches. 2. Ask for a room key to the rooftop – it’s not advertised but often open for drying laundry, and gives a decent breeze in hot weather.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Annapurna
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in lobby and rooms; no paid tier offered
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary Hindi/English newspapers at front desk daily; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 12:00; early bag drop free from 08:00; late check-out fee ₹500 until 18:00
Free for day-of-arrival/departure; long-term storage ₹100 per day
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no accessible bathroom in standard rooms
Free on-site parking for 20 cars; nearest public car park 200 m away at Sikar Bus Stand (₹50 overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required; ₹1,000 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Tapovan (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Tapovan (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
MRF Exclusive — 420 m · ~5 min walk
Children's Park — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Mini Auditorium — 847 m · ~11 min walk
Playground — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Account Office — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at airports or tourist bureaux as they add high fees and give poor rates.
Cards accepted in larger hotels, restaurants and shops; local markets and smaller eateries are cash-only. Contactless and mobile pay (UPI) are very common for most small transactions.
5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; tip hotel staff 20-50 INR for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chai from a street stall — 10-20 INR
Thali meal at a simple local restaurant — 80-120 INR
Dal rice or roti sabzi at a dhaba — 100-150 INR per main
Sikar's main market area has stalls for samosas, kachoris and jalebis, popular at evening time.
Reliance Smart or local kirana stores are common for basic groceries.
Sikar's main market (near the bus stand) sells affordable cotton clothes and readymade garments.
Rickshaw (auto) short trips: 20-50 INR. For longer distances, local buses are 5-10 INR. No airport; nearest is Jaipur (150 km) — take a state bus (200-300 INR) or share a jeep.
Eat at local dhabas instead of restaurants; use UPI (Google Pay/PhonePe) to avoid ATM fees; buy water from shops (20 INR) not tourist stalls.
Good to know — Sikar
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.48 · INR
Emergency Contacts
SikarSikar district police control room: 01572-250100. For reliable private ambulance service, try GVK EMRI (108) or call local hospitals like Shri Kalyan Hospital (01572-270058). Keep a list of local police station numbers handy if you need urgent help in specific areas.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sikar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Annapurna
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Account Office — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Jaipur Sindhi Camp Bus Stand → Sikar Bus Stand
💡 Take a Jaipur-to-Sikar Volvo AC bus for comfort. From Sikar Bus Stand, auto-rickshaws cost ₹50-₹100 to reach Girls Hostel.
Jaipur International Airport (JAI) → Girls Hostel, Sikar
💡 Negotiate a flat rate before boarding. Use the official prepaid counter at the airport to avoid scams.
Sikar City → Girls Hostel, Sikar
💡 Share an auto with locals for as low as ₹10 per head. Always agree on the fare before getting in.
Jaipur Junction (JP) → Sikar Junction (SIKR)
💡 Book a general class ticket for cheapest fare, or a reserved seat on the 6:30 AM Firozpur Janata for more legroom. Station to Girls Hostel is a ₹100 rickshaw ride.
About Sikar
Wikipedia ↗Sikar is a city and municipal council in the Sikar district of the state of Rajasthan in India. It is the administrative headquarters of the Sikar district. It is largest city of the Shekhawati region, which consists of Sikar, Churu and Jhunjhunu. After Kota, Sikar is number one coaching hub in the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Annapurna?
Request a room on the 2nd floor (above the lobby hum but still reachable by stairs if the lift is slow). Rooms at the back of the building face an internal courtyard, away from Sikar’s main road traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Annapurna?
Avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – the old lift mechanism clatters. Also skip ground-floor rooms: they get noise from the lobby and street-level door slams.
Is Annapurna noisy?
Sikar is a busy market town; the main road in front carries auto-rickshaws and trucks from dawn till late evening. Morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosque reaches upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Annapurna?
Rooms at the back look onto the courtyard and neighbouring rooftops – decent for light and air, but no scenic vistas. Front rooms face the city street and can be gritty.
What are insider tips for staying at Annapurna?
1. Park in the gated lot behind the hotel (ask at check-in) to avoid street-side parking scratches. 2. Ask for a room key to the rooftop – it’s not advertised but often open for drying laundry, and gives a decent breeze in hot weather.
What time is check-in at Annapurna?
Check-in at Annapurna is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Annapurna have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in lobby and rooms; no paid tier offered
Is there a city or tourist tax at Annapurna?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Annapurna?
Thali meal at a simple local restaurant — 80-120 INR
What is the cheapest way to get around from Annapurna?
Rickshaw (auto) short trips: 20-50 INR. For longer distances, local buses are 5-10 INR. No airport; nearest is Jaipur (150 km) — take a state bus (200-300 INR) or share a jeep.
When is the best time to visit Sikar?
October to March — cool, dry days (15-30°C) perfect for exploring havelis on foot or cycle, with clear skies and few tourists outside Jaipur.
Top Attractions in Sikar
💡 The temple tank behind the main shrine is usually dry but has good architectural detail. No shoes allowed inside; leave them at the entrance stand.
💡 Ask the caretaker at the nearby shop to unlock the upper floor—it's free but often locked. Best light for photos is late afternoon.
💡 Visit early morning to explore the ramparts before staff arrive; the view over the old city is good from the east side.
💡 Get permission from the headmistress if you want to see the interior halls—she's usually friendly. Visit during school hours (10:00-13:00) when the gate is open.
💡 During Shravan (July-August) the temple sees a fair; avoid crowds by coming on a weekday morning. Bring water as there are no vendors.