overview
Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas in Northern India, the award-winning luxury destination spa Ananda in the Himalayas is a remote oasis of serenity. Located on a 100-acre Maharaja’s Palace Estate, the sanctuary overlooks the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the Ganges river valley and birthplace of yoga.
Rejuvenate and heal the soul at the wellness spa, sprawling across 25,000-square-feet. With retreat programmes focused on yoga, Ayurvedic therapies, detox, weight loss and relaxation, Ananda in the Himalayas caters to a variety of guests and tailors each stay to meet the guests' wellness needs and goals. Retreat programmes can be shortened or extended as needed, and typically run for 5, 7, 14, or 21 days.
Voted by Conde Nast Traveller in its Reader Awards 2019 & 2020 as the Favourite Destination Spa, this premier wellness retreat is renowned internationally for its integrative approach to Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta philosophy.
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- Accommodation
- Food
- Things To Do
Room choices include:
Guest Rooms
- Deluxe Palace/Garden View Rooms - 45 sqm
- Deluxe Valley View Rooms - 45 sqm
- Deluxe Valley View Rooms (Premiu Floors) - 45 sqm
There are three Garden Suites which either face the Valley or the Maharaja's Palace. These rooms offer charm with their large bathrooms and secluded private gardens.
Ananda Suite
Situated on the ground floor and overlooking the valley, the Ananda Suite features a large private garden and gazebo setting, with an extra powder room in the bathroom.
Viceregal Suite
The Viceregal Suite comprises of a dressing room, a private terrace and a roof gazebo overlooking the stunning Ganga Valley — reminiscent of India's regal past.
Ananda Villas
Each elegant Ananda Villa is appointed a pantry for the butler, a dressing room, a private sauna and stunning view of the private swimming pool.
Ananda features a variety of in-house dining options. 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, the la carte menu changes every four months according to the season. Guests can choose to dine in the restaurant, decorated with Yantric art; the Tree Top Deck, an outdoor venue with views over the forests and mountains; or the Pavilion, a casual yet elegant setting for drinks and light snacks.
Guests can also opt for poolside or private dining, for a more intimate experience.
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Spa Treatments
- Hiking
- Fitness
- Personal Training
- Ayurvedic Consultations
- Cooking Demonstrations
- Wellness Seminars
- Hydrotherapy
- Reiki and Energy Healing
payment policy
- Prices are in USD and are excluding taxes and fees
- Prices shown are for Garden View Rooms. Room upgrades are not included in the price and will incur an additional charge: please enquire
- Taxes on room (18% GST) and taxes on meals and spa (18% GST) included in the rates
7-21 Night Ananda In The Himalayas Ayurvedic Rejuvenation
Ananda in the Himalayas3-14 Night Ananda In The Himalayas Active Fitness Retreat
Ananda in the Himalayaslocation
The Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar, Uttarakhand 249175, India
Located on the 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 is a 45-minute drive from Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.
By Air
There are many flights from Delhi International Airport to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, taking around 45 minutes in the air, followed by a 40-minute picturesque drive to the spa.
Jet Airways, Spice Jet, Air India and Indigo operate daily flights from Delhi to Dehradun.
By Train
There are daily train schedules operating from Delhi to Haridwar for a more scenic route. The train juorney takes 4.5 hours to Haridwar, followed by a 90-minute drive to Ananda in the Himalayas.
By Helicopter
Holicopter transfers can be arranged and takes approximately two hours from Delhi to Ananda's private helipad.
By Car
It takes approximately 5 hours (depending on traffic) to drive from Delhi to Ananda. It is less recommended to drive due to the unpredictable nature of traffic conditions.
