The foundation of Jawahar Niwas Palace was laid in 1899 AD by Maharwal of Jaisalmer, highness Maharawal Shri Shalivahan Singh Ji. The palace is built entirely in golden sand stone by the Gajdhars (Masters Craftsmen), who have intricately carved its Jharokhas and Chhatries in typical Jaisalmer architecture. Its offers a breathtaking view of the fort, the surrounding city and rooftop view of the sunset is spectacular .

Jawahar Niwas Palace has been renovated into an elite Hotel by the present Maharawal his highness Shri Brijraj Singh Ji, preserving its old ambience and regal splendour.

Hotel Jawahar Niwas Palace Provides Facilities of H/C running water, Telephone, C.T.V, Horse riding, Camel carriage ride, Swimming pool, Gym, Barber shop, Courier service, Front Desk, Free Newspaper, Parking, Bar, Banquet, Restaurant, Safe Deposit Box, Conference Facilities, Luggage Storage, Doctor on Call, Laundry, Travel Desk Service, Dry Cleaning, Post, Baby Sitting, Currency Exchange, Wake up Service.

Hotel Jawahar Niwas Palace provides 22 air-conditioned rooms including 15 deluxe rooms and 7 suites to its guests.
The multi-cuisine restaurant of the hotel serves Indian, Chinese and Continental Delicacies.