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Holistic healing in a Himalayan paradise

Ananda in the Himalayas

India · Northern India / Uttarakhand · Narendra Nagar
5.0 / 5.0 Exceptional
3 reviews
100% would recommend

Ananda in the Himalayas occupies a majestic setting at the foot of the Himalayas, overlooking the Doon Valley and the Ganges. In this former Maharaja’s palace, holistic wellness programmes bring together Ayurveda, yoga and alternative healing practices. The luxurious spa and tranquil natural surroundings create a restorative setting for relaxation and inner balance.

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Pool
Quiet location
In the mountains
Ideal for solo travellers
Wellness area
In a green setting
Ayurveda doctor
Ayurvedic cuisine – dosha-appropriate
Ayurvedic cuisine
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Stay and Relax

2 nights, Garden View Room, Breakfast
from $1,393

Foundation Wellness

5 nights, Garden View Room, full board
from $4,683

Comprehensive Ayurveda

7 nights, Garden View Room, full board
from $7,239

Comprehensive Wellness

7 nights, Garden View Room, full board
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Intensive Ayurveda

7 nights, Garden View Room, full board
from $8,275

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7 nights, Garden View Room, full board
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Ananda in the Himalayas in detail

Hotel

The former palace of the Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal stands majestically at around 1,300 m at the foot of the Himalayas, with unique views of the Doon Valley and the Ganges. Described as a place of great spiritual energy, Ananda in the Himalayas is set across several terraces (around 40 ha) and blends harmoniously into the surrounding landscape.

Food & Drink

The hotel serves healthy, varied Ananda Rejuvenation Cuisine, with Indian, Asian and Western specialities featuring vegetables and herbs grown organically on site. Dine at The Restaurant, The Pavilion or on the terrace at Tree Top, with views of the Himalayas. Guests on wellness programmes are served a wellness menu tailored to their dosha and adapted to any allergies or intolerances. Vitamin-rich drinks and snacks are available at The Poolside. Dietary requirements can be accommodated on request.

Wellness & Spa

At the luxurious Ananda Spa, covering around 2,000 sq m and open to guests aged 18 and over, a team of Ayurvedic and Western doctors, spa therapists, physiotherapists and nutrition experts looks after your wellbeing. Facilities include 27 treatment rooms, a couples’ suite, 2 lounges, a hydrotherapy centre with a sauna, steam room and Kneipp pool, a boutique and a beauty salon. A choice of 80 different treatments is also available, including Ayurvedic and Thai massage, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, facial, skin and hair treatments, and Tibetan treatments.

Health & Cures

All programmes are based on the principles of yoga, Ayurveda, meditation and Vedanta (the study of life), combined with Eastern and international medicine and therapies. Oriental treatments include acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, Tibetan Kuu Nye, Kundalini and Japanese Shiatsu. When booking, choose a focus and decide whether you prefer a Foundation programme with 5 nights (available for selected programmes only) or a Comprehensive programme with 7, 14 or 21 nights.

Emotional Healing – Emotional Wellbeing

For stays of 7 nights or more, Ananda Resort incorporates an Emotional Healing consultation into its programmes, allowing guests to work on their emotional as well as physical health. Alongside Reiki and chakra cleansing, methods may include neurolinguistic exercises, hypnotherapy, (hypnotic) regression and psychotherapy, for example exploring the ‘inner child’. The aim is to reach deep into the mind, uncover early causes of negative behaviour, heal stress and inner trauma, and awaken the inner self.

Leisure

The extensive range of facilities and activities allows you to shape each day with variety and flexibility. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a relaxation area with panoramic views and a fitness centre. Yoga and meditation sessions are held in the Yoga Pavillon, the conservatory or the glazed rooftop of the palace in the Board Room. Guests can unwind in the billiards room, browse the library, which is over 100 years old, or retreat to the tea lounge. Activities include walks to Kunjapuri Temple (approx. 7 km), jogging, golf on the 6-hole course, and music and dance performances by the Ananda Art & Culture Programme. You can also visit Rajaji or Chilla National Park, or take a trip to Rishikesh to experience the traditional Ganga Aarti.

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Hotel rooms at a glance

The hotel offers 70 Deluxe rooms with balconies, 4 Garden Suites, 1 historic Viceregal Suite with a private terrace and rooftop pavilion, and 3 villas with 1 or 2 bedrooms and a pool. These accommodations blend the character of a royal past with modern amenities, including walk-in wardrobes and kurtas (Indian garments). The rooms are furnished with high-quality colonial-style furniture. The views from the spacious balconies, across the palace, the Ganges, the valley and the Himalayas, are breathtaking.

  • Garden View Room

    45 m² · Garden View · Balcony
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    Panoramic Valley View Room

    45 m² · King-Size Bed · Valley View · Balcony With Seating

  • Valley View Room

    45 m² · King-Size Bed · Valley View · Balcony With Seating

  • Ananda Suite

    110 m² · Large Private Garden With Pavilion

  • Garden Suite

    85 m² · King-Size Bed · Garden Or Valley View · Large Terrace With Seating
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    Valley View Suite

    85 m² · King-Size Bed · Valley And Palace Views · Balcony With Seating

  • Viceregal Suite

    220 m² · Valley And Ganges Views · Large Terrace With Pavilion

  • One-Bedroom Villa

    240-300 m² · Large Sun Terrace With Private Pool And Sun Loungers

  • Two-Bedroom Villa

    240-300 m²

Customer reviews for Ananda in the Himalayas

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5.0 Exceptional  

100% recommend this hotel

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Magical and beautiful

Joanne L.

May 2024

Travelling alone | 50–59 | 9–11 days

Liebes gesamtes Ananda-Team, Ich möchte Ihnen meinen aufrichtigen Dank für alles aussprechen, was Sie getan haben, um meinen Besuch in Ananda so unglaublich zu machen. Ich fühle mich wie die glücklichste Frau der Welt, die das Privileg hatte, von Ihrem Weltklasse-Team verwöhnt zu werden, und bin einfach sehr dankbar, dass ich die Gelegenheit hatte, Sie zu besuchen. Als ich ging, konnte ich die Tränen kaum zurückhalten; Tränen der Dankbarkeit. Es gibt einfach zu viele Einzelpersonen, um sie hervorzuheben – und das würde allen anderen in Ihrem Team nicht gerecht werden – aber von Ihren einladenden Rezeptionisten, dem dynamischen Geschäftsführer, dem Spa-Team, den kontaktfreudigen und engagierten Köchen und ihren Mitarbeitern bis hin zu den hochprofessionellen Yogalehrer, fleißiges Gartenpersonal, höfliches Sicherheitspersonal und das entzückende Zimmerreinigungsteam. Alle waren so engagiert, herzlich, engagiert, freundlich und außergewöhnlich – manchmal hatte ich wirklich das Gefühl, es nicht verdient zu haben, mit so viel Fürsorge und Freundlichkeit behandelt zu werden. Ihre feinen Details, die über die Erwartungen der Gäste hinausgehen, wurden ebenfalls hervorgehoben. Der Herr, der jeden Abend in der Abenddämmerung kam, um bei der Flaggenzeremonie Dudelsack zu spielen, der bescheidene Herr, der an der Rezeption und im Spa Flöte spielte – und die kleine Blumenschale, die am Eingang meines Zimmers aufgestellt wurde – und der kleine Gesangsgesang zuvor jede Behandlung im Spa. Diese sanften Berührungen wurden sehr geschätzt. Von den sehr wenigen und geringfügigen Punkten, bei denen Verbesserungen untersucht werden könnten, habe ich das Formular beim Auschecken ausgefüllt. Abschließend möchte ich mich bei Ihrem Gartenpersonal dafür bedanken, dass es sich so leidenschaftlich um Ihr Gelände kümmert. Was wäre Ananda ohne dich – UND all die Bäume, die die ganze Fülle an Vögeln anlocken. Es ist wirklich etwas Besonderes, dass es Reiseziele wie Ananda gibt und wo Vögel, Affen, Hirsche und andere an einem so friedlichen Ort gedeihen können – einem seltenen Paradies. Meine schönste Erinnerung wird sein, wie ich in der Abenddämmerung im Gras saß und einfach den Rufen der indischen Natur lauschte, die eine heilende Musik für meine Seele waren. Ich hoffe, dass ich bald zurückkomme – und noch einmal meine aufrichtige Dankbarkeit dafür, dass der Besuch in Ananda mein Leben bereichert hat.

World-class recuperation

emil H.

December 2017

Travelling alone | 30–39 | 4–8 days

A premium spa, well worth a visit. Incredibly quiet and peaceful, with the perfect conditions for recuperation. Fantastic instructors and a wonderful setting for yoga. Beautiful, lovely views, incredible food and very accommodating staff.

Lena M.

February 2013

Travelling alone | 40–49 | 9–11 days

Location

Ananda in the Himalayas
India, Northern India / Uttarakhand, Narendra Nagar
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
approx. 271 km / 307 min
Dehradun Airport (DED)
approx. 24 km / 40 min

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