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Ananda in the Himalayas, India - Luxury Spa Resort

ROOMS & SUITES: 78


Swirled in the sacred mists of time, nestled in the Himalayas is Ananda, the World's #1 Destination Spa.


Once the residence of Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal, it is dedicated to today's traveler, who is looking for innovative ways to restore and rejuvenate his/her energies. Grounded in Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta combined with contemporary international therapies which enhance and augment the original, Ananda is the ultimate escape from the mundane to the spiritual, where every corner spells harmony and every colour soothes the senses.

Located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills, close to the mythological cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, surrounded by graceful Sal forests, overlooking the peaceful Ganga as it meanders into the distance, Ananda is the spiritual pathway to the ultimate, discovered through the union of body, mind and soul. It is not just a retreat that will leave you breathless with the enchantment of its surroundings, but assists in redefining lifestyles to include the well-known traditional Indian wellness regimes of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta combined with best of International Wellness Experiences to bring about the union of mind, body and soul.

ACCOLADES & ARTICLES

Spa Finders top 10 spa's in asia Top Spa's in Asia
4th in Overseas Spa Retreats Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Spa Awards 2009
Rated amongst top 3 Destination Spas in the World Conde Nast Traveller 2008 Readers Choice Awards
Ranked 2nd in "The World's 100 Best Spas" Conde Nast Traveller 2008
Favorite Spa in India - Spa Finder Reader's Choice Awards 2008
The Most Luxurious Spa L'Officiel Luxury Awards (India) 2008
World's Number 1 Destination Spa Conde Nast Traveller - 2005, 2006, 2007
Favorite Spa in India - Spa Finder USA - 2007
Spa Retreat of the Year Asia Spa Awards - 2007
Top 10 Spa & Gourmet Resorts of the Year Resorts Web Magazine - 2007
Best Destination Spa Pevonia Asia Spa awards - 2007

ACCOMMODATIONS

Villas
The Viceregal Suite
The ananda Suite
Deluxe Suites
Deluxe Rooms

FACILITIES

Billiards Room
Cooking Classes
Cultural Programs
Golf Course on property
Spa
Yoga

SPA

The 24,000 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. The spa experience strives to achieve the ultimate harmony between the physical and the mental realms of the individual.

With unique focus on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda; Ananda Spa creates the skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology. The personalized therapy and activities programme are designed to meet individual needs and health goals – de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-ageing, weight & inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and exercise.

EXPLORE

nature walks & treks
white water rafting
ganga aarati
safari

AIRPORT

Dehradun-Jolly Grant Airport (DED)

GETTING THERE

Located just 260 km north of New Delhi, Ananda is easily accessible by road, rail and air. A 45 minute flight to Jolly Grant airport, a 4 hour train journey from Delhi to Haridwar station and a scenic 7 - 8 hrs drive from New Delhi to Ananda are the various travel options. Whatever your mode of transport, the raw, natural landscape is sure to leave you with a perfect taste of India.


 

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