Set in three and a half acres of land, the building in Indo-Saracen style takes a cue from the Shikaar or hunting lodges built by the Maharajahs. It follows the traditional architectural lines, inspiring romance and adventure and is located nearest to the entrance of the National Park.

Situated in a eco-sensitive zone, the hotel responsibly uses recycled water for non-consumable plantations on its property. The building has also been designed to harvest all rain water and re-charge ground water using traditional storage system. Dev Vilas is also one of India's first hotels designed to be friendly to the physically challenged.

Dev Vilas with its individually decorated 19 Deluxe rooms (14 Double/ 5 Twins), 7 Tented Bungalows and 2 suites is the artistic Conception of Ms. Jane Emison of Minneapolis, USA. who has sourced materials and craftspeople locally, thus ensuring the participation and benefit of the local talent. No two rooms are alike, each designed in a unique sequence of color, style and ambience.