Ananda in the Himalayas, India

Welcome to the birthplace of India’s ancient arts of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. A true destination spa retreat, Ananda sits in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas in a 100-acre palace and estate of the Maharaja of Teri-Garhwal. The magic of the Himalayan landscape and salubrious year-round climate make for the perfect place to absorb yourself in pampered bliss. The suites offer private gardens and picturesque views over the Ganges River and mountains from the balconies. The dining experience is holistic and unique at the Treetop Deck, Hill Side Theatre and the spiritual Winter Garden with a host of Asian and European delicacies as well as spa rejuvenation cuisine. Personal diets can be arranged after consultation with one of the Ayurvedic doctors. Ananda spa resort, Himalays is a place to seek solace and complete escape from it all in one of the most magical settings in the world.

The spa

The 21,000 square foot spa offers an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary Western spa approach. Personalised therapy and activity programmes including yoga are conducted with the resident Ayurvedic physicians to meet your individual needs. The restaurant at the ridge of the Himalayan Mountains offers a dedicated spa menu.

Ananda Spa also houses extensive recreational facilities as the outdoor lap pool; the 16-station life-cycle gymnasium; Squash court; 6 hole golf course; opportunities for outdoor adventure activities like rafting, trekking, wildlife safari and the art and culture programs, the spa rests on the multiple pillars of physical, mental and emotional well being.

Home to the birth place of yoga, this is what Ananda does best; combining yoga with the art of meditation.

Treatment rooms: 20
Packages available: Weight Management, Detox, Stress, Yoga, Ayurvedic, Fitness

Facilities:

Fitness centre, swimming pool, golf, adventure walks and visits to local places of interest, squash, yoga pavilion, billiards room, library, white water rafting and angling.

Ananda in the Himalayas, from Essential Escapes, for your luxury spa holiday. Expectations exceeded.