World Class Wellness Destination

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 wellness retreats in India, integrates traditional Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedanta with international wellness experiences, fitness, and healthy organic cuisine to restore balance and harmonize energy.

Living & Stay

Ananda’s 78 rooms, suites, and villas are designed with classic elegance in the colonial hill architectural style and blend seamlessly with the lush surrounding landscapes. The 70 elegant rooms feature panoramic views of the valley or of the Palace. With a serene and natural feel, each room is a haven in itself with luxurious beds, perfectly appointed bathrooms with bathtubs overlooking landscaped gardens or the valley, and private balconies with picture perfect views. 4 Suites facing either the Valley or the Maharaja’s palace have secluded private gardens. The historic Viceregal Suite with its own private terrace offers spectacular views of surrounding valleys. Each of the 3 private luxury villas has 40 sq. meters private villa pools which are surrounded by Sal trees and a deck area with comfortable lounge beds.

About the Spa

An expansive spa spread across 25000 sq. ft. with its 24 treatment rooms, state of the art gymnasium, outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool, and luxurious hydrotherapy facilities is the center of attention at Ananda. The spa featuring more than 80 body and beauty experiences integrates traditional Indian wellness practices of Ayurveda and Yoga with the best of international wellness experiences at the best destination spa in India. The personalized therapy and activities program is designed to meet individual needs and health goals – de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-aging, weight & inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and active fitness. A team of qualified nutritionists, Western & Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists, Yoga, and Fitness experts all gently guide towards a better lifestyle at this Himalayan spa and wellness retreat.

Dining & Cuisine

Ananda’s wellness cuisine incorporates key principles from Ayurveda, which takes into consideration not just taste, but suitability to body type. The cuisine is fresh natural foods low in fat and calories with an emphasis on whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, low-fat dairy products, and the avoidance of added or artificial salts, colors, flavors, or preservatives. Ananda’s wellness cuisine concept is reemphasized by the show kitchen at Ananda where the chefs instruct in how to make these dishes at home so that one may continue that ‘way of life’. Special care menus are provided in consultation with the in house Ayurvedic doctor, to align the specific imbalances of the various body types. 

Ananda Wellness Programmes

These signature all-inclusive packages are programs which are tailor-made for individual health goals. Ananda’s wellness programs follow a holistic approach towards achieving the best results in a safe, nurturing atmosphere expertly guided by the team of expert ayurvedic doctors, skilled therapists, nutritionists, yogis, and spa cuisine chefs. Years of research by our ayurvedic, yogic and international wellness experts have enabled a unique integrated focus on the core physical and mental aspects which have the most impact. The results are award-winning programs which work to create a sustainable journey towards a healthier, enriched lifestyle. 

Arrival and Departure Time: - Check -In time is 14:00 hours and Che -Out Time is 11:00 hours. - Early check -in charges: To guarantee a room any time prior to 09:00 hours, 100% of the 1st night charge will be levied. To guarantee a room any me beyond 9:00 hours, 50% of the 1st night will be levied. - Late check -out charges: To guarantee the room any time beyond 17:00 hours, 100% of the previous night’s charge will be levied. To guarantee the room any time up to 17:00 hours, 50% of the previous night’s charge will be levied. Rates: - These rates are valid for individual bookings only; group rates will be quoted on request. Confirmation Policy - In order for a reservation to be guaranteed a credit card guarantee (with valid authorization form) or a 100% advance deposit (in the case of wire transfer is required). - All non-guaranteed reservations will be released 21 days prior to date of arrival. - For reservation enquires made with in 21 days of arrival a maximum of 1 day will be allowed to guarantee the reservation with a signed Credit card authorization form, or wire transfer failing which the reservation will be released automatically. Child Policy: - In order to preserve the tranquility of our Destination Spa, children below the age of 14 years are not permitted at the Ananda in the Himalayas. - Use of the spa facilites like Sauna, Steam and the spa therapies are available only to guests who are of the age of 18 years and above. Young guests between the age of 14 and 18 years can take pa in various scheduled activites such as yoga, meditation, treks and use of the swimming pool.

- For cancellations more an 21 days before arrival - No Charge. - For cancellations between 7 – 21 days before arrival - 50% of total programme price will be charged as retention. - For cancellations between 0 – 7 days before arrival - 100% of total programme price will be charged as retention. - No show - 100% of total programme price will be charged as retention. - Early check -out - 100% of balance period will be charged as retention. - For any amendment in arrival date made less an 21 days prior to arrival and where the length of stay remains same, 1 night retention will be charged as per programme booked. - For any amendment in length of stay made less an 21 days prior to arrival 100% retention will be charged for the number of nights reduced.