Peak Season: October - April

Off Season: May - September

Almost all hotels in India observe 12 noon as check-out time.

Categories of hotels:

Heritage Hotels - Generally available in Rajasthan and Gujarat, may be classified in of the above categories. These traditional havelies (cottages) and palaces have been converted into Heritage Hotels after due modifications keeping the guest comfort in mind.

Budget Class - Simple with or without attached toilets non-air-conditioned. Less than 2 star.

Standard Class - Comfortable, Air-conditioned, with at least one restaurant. 2/3 star category. No swimming pool. Health club etc.

First Class - A first class air-conditioned hotel with more than one restaurant. May or may not have a swimming pool. 4/5 star category. Some of the smaller towns may not have such category hotels.

Deluxe Hotels - A 5 star deluxe hotel with all the luxuries, you would find in a hotel of such category. These category of hotels are available in some major cities only