Silent Garden Ayurveda Health Resort

COMFORT

Overall, the hotel has a harmonious and modern design. The lobby, front desk, and restaurant are medium-sized, open, and welcoming. Everything was very clean and well-maintained. At the time of our stay, some areas of the hotel were not yet fully completed. For example, not all treatment rooms were finished; some were still in the structural phase. In addition, another building complex with additional rooms was under construction. Personally, this didn't bother us at all, as we didn't notice any noise or other disturbances from the construction work. The rooms were beautifully furnished, spacious, and exceptionally clean. We felt very comfortable there. The location is a bit out of the way, so you can't really get very far on foot. However, the hotel offers its own tuk-tuk, which easily takes you to various destinations. So for us, this wasn't a big problem.

The entire staff was extremely friendly and always went out of their way to make our stay as pleasant as possible. It was clear that everyone truly cared about the guests' well-being. However, some staff members had only very limited English skills, which sometimes made communication a bit difficult. With a little patience and mutual understanding, though, we were always able to make ourselves understood. It was especially nice that the doctor speaks English very well and the hotel owner even speaks German. He was also almost always on site during our stay and available to talk at any time. Overall, we felt very well taken care of thanks to the warm and personal service.

The treatments were an essential part of our recovery and helped us relax and unwind very well during our stay. The therapists and the doctor were always friendly, attentive, and dedicated. At the beginning, the doctor provided us with a personalized weekly schedule outlining the various treatments. The therapists reliably followed this schedule, and it was well tailored to our needs. We particularly appreciated that we always had the same therapist for our treatments. This helped us feel at ease very quickly. The doctor also personally checked in with us every day to see how we were feeling and asked if we were satisfied with the treatments and the therapists. This made us feel well cared for and taken seriously at all times. Overall, we were very satisfied with the treatments and the care we received, and we were able to use the time to truly unwind, both physically and mentally, and recharge our batteries.

The food took some getting used to for us during the first few days, since only Ayurvedic cuisine is served. After a short adjustment period, however, we quickly got used to it and came to appreciate the varied meals. Breakfast consisted of hot water, coconut water, a warm soup, and then a delicious fruit plate. However, breakfast was the same every day, so we would have liked a little more variety here. Lunch and dinner, on the other hand, were varied and always freshly prepared. It was especially nice that the dishes always had different flavors, allowing us to try many different Ayurvedic dishes. One small suggestion for improvement would be to inform guests about which dishes will be served each day. Since we often didn't know exactly what was on our plates, a small menu for the day or a brief description of the dishes would have been very helpful. That way, we could have enjoyed the various dishes and their unique qualities even more fully. Overall, the food was an interesting experience and, for us, definitely contributed to the special character of our stay.

The spa and wellness area was very clean and well-maintained throughout our entire stay. We always felt well taken care of and comfortable there. The large, clean pool was especially nice-it was perfect for relaxing between treatments. The wide variety of treatments made it easy to unwind and truly recharge. The offerings included various massages, baths, and acupuncture, among other things. The treatments were varied and played a major role in our overall relaxation. Overall, the spa and wellness area was an important part of our stay and played a major role in helping us unwind and completely leave our daily lives behind.

Quiet location Great pool

Familiar atmosphere Courteous Cordial

A healing therapy for body and mind under the competent and caring guidance of Dr. Harshini

Tasty food tailored to Ayurveda

Very well maintained pool

The rooms (deluxe) are large, equipped with very tasteful wooden furniture and are kept very clean by the two ladies in room service and lovingly decorated with flowers (including the bed🙂). Fresh bed linen is provided every three days. We also particularly liked the large and well-kept pool. The name 'Silent Garden' really does say it all. You can find peace and quiet here, surrounded by tropical trees and flowers, yet you can quickly reach the sea by tuk-tuk or the lively towns of Aluthgama or Bentota. Mr. Jeevan also often offers excursions. We always looked forward to returning to the peaceful atmosphere of the Silent Garden afterwards.

We appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff as something very special. There is no mass processing in this small resort. I felt very comfortable and at home here as it was a very warm welcome. It was really hard to say goodbye! All wishes are fulfilled with a smile.

I have now awarded five stars on all points and I have done so wholeheartedly. I had a wonderful rest at the Silent Garden and would like to come back as it is very beneficial for my health. The beauty of the place, the warm friendliness of Mr. Jeevan, his family and the staff and the professional competence of the doctor and the therapists made my stay at the Silent Garden an experience.

The Ayurvedic food tasted very good. It was well-balanced and dosa-friendly, and I had the recipe for the green soup for breakfast given to me. There were wonderful fruits, coconut water, and at lunch and dinner various vegetables, rice, dhal and, for non-vegetarians, fish and chicken. Once a week there is a cooking demonstration. At Christmas and New Year's Eve there was a great buffet.

The whole Silent Garden complex is very beautiful, well thought out and ideal and beneficial for an Ayurveda retreat. The treatment rooms, which are open to nature, are also something special. During the massage you can hear birdsong and monkeys occasionally drop by. The large yoga hall, which is open to the forest, is just as beautiful. You are in the middle of nature here. The young, dedicated and very competent Ayurveda doctor, Dr. Harshini, lives in the resort and is always available. You have a daily consultation with her. She responds to all questions and needs... with charm and an enchanting smile. Twice in the evening she gave an interesting lecture on various aspects of Ayurveda. She was present during some of the treatments and supervised them. At the end of the healing therapy, you have a longer final consultation where she again gave special recommendations for life at home (you also get it in written form). I also felt in good hands with my experienced therapist Sandya. I trusted her and Dr. Harshini completely. I really appreciated her calm and friendly manner!