Ananda in the Himalayas

Rishikesh, India

Ananda In The Himalayas is a luxury destination spa resort located in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas.

Ananda is a retreat dedicated to restoring balance and harmonising energy, through a holistic approach, incorporating the healing principles of the East and the West with a specific focus on Ayurveda and Aromatherapy, along with contemporary spa technology. Opened in September 2000, the resort was built around a Maharaja’s palace estate that is set among 100 acres of virgin forest.

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Key Facts

78 deluxe rooms, suites and villas
Scheduled Yoga and Meditation classes
Scheduled Hiking Trips in the Himalayan foothills, evening Aarti ceremony at Rishikesh plus other activities including white water rafting and elephant safaris, for an additional charge
Restaurant, offering the finest Ayurvedic, Asian and Western cuisine and featuring an outdoor area, Treetop Deck
The Palace Tea Lounge specialises in serving high tea and soft beverages
Winter Garden overlooking the valley
24,000 square foot spa consisting of 24 treatments rooms, 4 relaxation rooms and consultation rooms
Fitness Centre
6 hole golf course set in the scenic surroundings
Cooking classes with the Ananda chef
Voted 'Number One Spa in the World' at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Spa Awards 2012