Ananda is an award-winning luxury destination spa resort in India situated at the Himalayan foothills in Northern India. Located on a 100 acre Maharaja’s Palace Estate, Ananda is surrounded by graceful Sal forests and overlooks the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the Ganges river valley. Ananda, one of the best luxury ayurvedic retreats in India, integrates traditional Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta with international wellness experiences, fitness and healthy organic cuisine to restore balance and harmonize energy.
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The spa’s signature restaurant features the finest Indian, Asian and Western cuisine. Based on the basic values of traditional cooking, the Restaurant explores new vistas in modern gastronomy, with emphasis on a light and healthy meal. Keeping in mind the long duration of stay of the guests, a la carte menu changes every 4 months according to the season.For guests on a wellness program, menus are prepared as per Ayurvedic principes. According to Ayurveda everything is made out of the five elements of air, space, fire, water and earth, including our bodies. The three body types are a combination of these – Vata constitutes air and space – Pitta is made up of fire and water – and Kapha is water and earth. Vata body types lean towards light and dry foods. In order to balance this, oily, moist and heavy foods, with tones of sweet, sour and salt need to be added to the diet. In contrast, Pitta body types need cool and heavy foods with sweet, bitter and pungent flavours to dowse the fire. Similarly, Kapha body types need light food with bitter, pungent and astringent flavours.
The Pavilion is a casual and elegant setting for drinks and light snacks. Located in the Restaurant building, the Pavilion is the ideal venue for intimate gatherings. Enjoy a drink or savour a complete meal under the expert guidance of our staff. With a bar that features the finest wines and liquers, the Pavilion is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions with family and friends.
Whether it is the cup of tea on your mind or merely historic curiosity, the Tea Lounge is your awaited answer. Located in the Viceregal Palace, it is a warm, romantic setting for an afternoon cup of tea and light snacks.The lounge walls are adorned with the portraits of the erstwhile Maharaja and the other political dignitaries who visited Narendra Nagar during the reign of the Maharaja. Of particular interest and mention are the signatures and pictures of Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India. While the lounge quietly tells a story of days of yore, relax on the lounge sofas or admire the rich, brocaded tapestry and let yourself wander back into time.
Perched on the side of a hill that slopes down to the valley, flanked by natural forest on one side and the exquisite Spa building on the other, this is the ultimate in relaxation. Sip a fresh juice under clear Himalayan skies, get a healthy sun-kissed tan as you lounge by an aquamarine pool enjoying garden-fresh vegetables and organic greens… What more could one ask for?
The Tree Top Deck is a delightful outdoor venue of the Restaurant that is built on treetops, thereby infusing your meal experience with the beauty of the Himalayan mountains and the fresh, natural surroundings. Inhale the freshest air while enjoying a spa meal. Let the clear blue skies and the lush green vegetation serenade you while your palate is gently tempted by the exotic gourmet delights. At night, this venue offers a unique romantic dining experience, playing music to your meal.
Room Min footage : 220.0 sq.m (2367.2 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 1
In the precincts of the Maharaja’s Palace, the Viceregal Suite is a perfect retreat for the connoisseur. It comprises of a spacious sitting and dining area and a plush bedroom featuring a period four-poster bed. The attached dressing room and bathroom are beautifully appointed with antique fittings and furniture. With its own private terrace and a roof top gazebo seating overlooking the sloping landscaped gardens and the distant Ganga Valley, staying at the Viceregal Suite takes you back into India’s regal past.
Room Min footage : 200.0 sq.m (2152.0 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 1
Named after the great mountain ranges Himalaya and Shivalik and the river Ganga that sustains the people of the Valley, these beautiful Villas are a dreamer’s escape. Two 2-bedroom villas (1800 sq. ft.) and one 1-bedroom villa (1200 sq. ft), each elegantly appointed with a living room, a pantry for the butler, a dressing room and a large bathroom featuring a private sauna with an unhampered view of the private swimming pool. The 40 Sq Metres private pools are surrounded with a deck area equipped with comfortable lounge beds. Ideal for a quiet retreat into a tranquil environment.
Room Min footage : 300.0 sq.m (3228.0 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 2
Room Min footage : 110.0 sq.m (1183.6 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 1
Housed on the ground floor and overlooking the valley, the 3-bay Ananda Suite spells luxury and enchantment. With luxuriously fitted bathrooms overlooking the view and its own private sitting and dining areas, the suite also has a large private garden with a gazebo seating, which is perfect for intimate dinners and leisurely breakfasts. The Ananda Suite also has an extra powder room with a shower in addition the main bathroom.
Room Min footage : 85.0 sq.m (914.6 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 3
The 3 Garden Suites face either the Valley or the Maharaja’s palace. These 2-bay suites feature tastefully appointed bedrooms with attached sitting rooms and large bathrooms with tranquil garden views. Secluded private gardens situated to overlook the valley, add to the charm and privacy of these suites.
Room Min footage : 45.0 sq.m (484.2 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 17
Premium Valley View rooms are located on the higher floor levels and offer uninterrupted panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountain Range. These are the best views available from anywhere on the property. All rooms are equipped with LCD television and DVD player, tea coffee maker, well stocked mini bar, electronic safe and complimentary Wi-Fi High speed internet access. Deluxe Valley View Rooms- Newly renovated, these 45 sqm. deluxe rooms with a private balcony has views of the Rishikesh valley. Each room is equipped with a luxurious King size bed, a comfortable Settee with a footrest facing the balcony, a 42’ LCD TV, elegant writing and bedside tables. The large private balcony has a chaise-lounge for complete relaxation and a tea table. Each room features spacious walk-in closets and perfectly appointed bathrooms with life size mirrors and a luxurious bathtub with an LCD TV and windows overlooking views of the valley. All rooms are equipped with DVD player, tea coffee maker, well stocked mini bar with healthy options, electronic safe and complimentary high speed Wi-Fi internet access.
Room Min footage : 45.0 sq.m (484.2 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 17
are located on the higher floor levels and offer uninterrupted panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountain Range. These are the best views available from anywhere on the property. All rooms are equipped with LCD television and DVD player, tea coffee maker, well stocked mini bar, electronic safe and complimentary Wi-Fi High speed internet access.
Room Min footage : 45.0 sq.m (484.2 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 17
With palace or the lush garden views, these rooms are understated yet luxurious. 45 sqm in size, they feature walk-in closets and perfectly appointed bathrooms with windows overlooking panoramic views of the valley or of the Palace. Each room opens onto large balconies with picture-perfect views, ideal for a private meal. All rooms are equipped with LCD television and DVD player, tea coffee maker, well stocked mini bar, electronic safe and complimentary Wi-Fi High speed internet access.
Room Min footage : 45.0 sq.m (484.2 sq.ft)
Number of such kind of rooms : 18
With palace or the lush garden views, these rooms are understated yet luxurious. 45 sqm in size, they feature walk-in closets and perfectly appointed bathrooms with windows overlooking panoramic views of the valley or of the Palace. Each room opens onto large balconies with picture-perfect views, ideal for a private meal. All rooms are equipped with LCD television and DVD player, tea coffee maker, well stocked mini bar, electronic safe and complimentary Wi-Fi High speed internet access.
Ananda is an award-winning luxury destination spa resort in India situated at the Himalayan foothills in Northern India. Located on a 100 acre Maharaja’s Palace Estate, Ananda is surrounded by graceful Sal forests and overlooks the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the Ganges river valley. Ananda, one of the best luxury ayurvedic retreats in India, integrates traditional Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta with international wellness experiences, fitness and healthy organic cuisine to restore balance and harmonize energy.
At Ananda, Ayurveda forms an intrinsic part of the wellness regime for the guests. From massages and specialized diet programme to fulfill personal goals to the more rigorous transformations in lifestyle, the Ayurveda experience has been designed keeping in mind the individual’s desire to heal, cleanse, relax and revitalize. With qualified Ayurveda doctors and therapists to administer treatments ranging from therapeutic massages to more rigorous modes of toxic elimination, the Ayurvedic therapies at Ananda are strongly rooted in ancient traditions, while keeping in mind contemporary preferences and comforts.The authenticity and our commitment to this ancient life system are evident in the use of age-old powders
No spa program is complete without the fascinating global combine of complete wellness offered by blending the best known therapies garnered from every corner of the world. Going back in time, researching ancient texts, the knowledge gleaned from the secrets of Egyptian princesses, the practices of ancient Rome, the rituals of the pagan Greeks, the origins of the first Spas from the practices of Europe, the spiritual teachings from the Masters of Japan, have all been brought together in new ways in the form of revitalizing treatments such as the sensuous Aromatherapy, the deeply relaxing Swedish massage, the gentle healing touch of Reiki, the pressure points and tension release work through Reflexology. These are but a few of the experiences that help to revitalize and rejuvenate.
Yoga Consultation: our experienced Yoga teachers are trained to listen to your personal objectives and goals during your stay at Ananda. They will then design a bespoke yoga and meditation program for you to assist you in the journey of life for a balanced and a harmonized self.
Hatha Yoga: in this Individualised Hatha Yoga session you will receive attention with dialogue and adjustments specifically tailored for your needs. Each posture has manual adjustments which will help you to understand the relationships between the muscle groups and body parts being engaged. To develop a deeper understanding of how your body engages in each posture, the instructor guides your awareness to specific areas to enhance your body’s natural intuition. Gatyatmak Yoga: gatyatmak yoga offers a challenge to intermediate and advanced levels of Yoga practitioners. The traditional Hatha yogic postures chosen in the session are dynamic in nature. The entire session revolves around two traditional dynamic sequences of postures known as Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) and Chandra Namaskara (Moon salutation). These two highly effective practices focus primarily on rhythm, dynamism and vitality of the body-mind system. Kriya Yoga: the very word Kriya means activity or movement, and in this context activity or movement of awareness or consciousness. Kriya yoga in relation to the Hatha yogic techniques such as asana (posture), Pranayama (breath-control), Mudras (yogic gestures), Bandhas (yogic energy locks) and various other yogic Shatkriyas (cleansing practices), unleashes and channelises the physical and more subtle psychic energies to attain the state of optimum health and spiritual awakening. Pranayama: a stressful life-style has a profound effect on our breathing. In Pranayama the attention is on the breath. Pranayama literally means expansion of prana (Vitality). Various techniques of Pranayama rectify the faulty patterns of breathing. It removes the blockages from the subtle energy channels and enhances the level of vitality and relaxation. Advanced Pranayama with Bandhas: this is an advanced form of Pranayama which is done with the energy locks to vitalize the system of Body and Mind. Pranayama with Bandha becomes very intense practice. It activates and regulates the ‘life force’ or prana and helps one to attain and experience higher state of vibratory energy.
Ananda’s Physiotherapy and Osteopathic team have a minimum of 7 years of education and training including a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy and are well skilled to diagnose and treat a spectrum of physical health issues like
Back and Neck pains
Joint pains and injuries like shoulder, knee , ankle and all similar dysfunctions
Sports injuries
Stress-related problems including Headaches or Decreased energy levels
Posture and alignment problems
Overuse injuries, ligament sprains, muscle strains and tendon injury
Chronic conditions like Arthritis, Fibromyalgia and muscle spasms
A comprehensive assessment powered by knowledge in anatomy, physiology, Biomechanics and exercise science helps in a veracious diagnosis of physical health. The procedure is to identify the underlying causes of the problems, rather than addressing only the symptoms – thereby providing lasting solutions.Our State of art services arena is well equipped with the latest therapeutic tools like Class IV LASERS, ZRT Matrix therapy, Joint alignment adjusting tools, Interferential therapy, Ultrasound therapy and more
Max occupancy (Hollow Square) : 150
Max occupancy (Hollow Square) : 16
Ananda Spa Resort - Ananda in the Himalayas set amidst some 40 hectares (100 Acres) of unspoilt natural terrain, Ananda overlooks the sacred Ganges River and Rishikesh Valley, and is housed in the former palaces of a Maharaja and Viceroy. To compliment the unparalleled majesty, of the Himalayas, the buildings have been restored to their original glory, complete with Moorish, Italian renaissance and Indian architecture.
Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand -249175, India