2008 Dates: All year round.
Create harmony and lifestyle transformations, at Ananda, a luxury destination spa, integrating the elements, the senses, rhythms, nourishment, aesthetics, time and space. Dedicated to providing guests with a total immersion experience, Ananda, located in the 100-acre palace and estate of the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal, is situated at the source of the ancient practices or Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda.
The personalized therapy and activity programs are designed to meet individual needs and health goals, give guidance in areas of stress management, deep relaxation, anti-aging, beauty, detoxification & cleansing to create health, balance, joy and Ananda, meaning bliss and contentment in Sanskrit.
Rediscover happiness and self-contentment at Ananda. The Ananda Spa is dedicated to restoring balance and harmonizing energies through a holistic approach incorporating the healing principles of the East and West with a specific focus on Ayurveda and Aromatherapy along with contemporary spa technology.
The Ananda Spa is dedicated to providing guests with a total immersion in discovering a well-being oriented lifestyle and holistic therapy approach. At the heart of our wellness focus is the integration of Yoga and Ayurvedic philosophies along with purifying whole body therapies while incorporating the five elements of nature creating harmony between the mind, body and the spirit.
You can choose from the following types of accommodation:
- 1 Viceregal Suite, located in the Palace (220 sqm.)
- 1 Ananda Suite (110 sqm.)
- 3 Deluxe Suites (85 sqm.)
- 70 Deluxe Rooms (45 sqm.) - either Valley or Garden view
- Each room has a private balcony, offering magnificent views overlooking the Ganges River and the valley of Rishikesh or the gardens and the Maharaja's Palace.
By Air: Deli International Airport. Then a 1 hour flight from Delhi to Dehradun's Jolly Grant airport followed by a one-hour drive. Flights are daily (possibly excluding Mondays - to be confirmed) and leave in the mornings in both directions. Timings to be confirmed.
By Helicopter: The resort private helipad is available for chartered flights from New Delhi and Agra. 1 hr 20 min.
By Train: The Shatabadi Express, one of India's finest trains, operates between Delhi and Haridwar. This excellent 4 hour train journey is then followed by a one-hour drive into the hills. The Shatabadi Express departs New Delhi station daily at 07.00am, arriving in Haridwar at 11.25am. The Jan Shatabadi departs Delhi daily (except Sundays) at 15.30pm arriving in Haridwar at 19.50pm. The Shatabadi Express departs Haridwar daily at 18.10pm, arriving in Delhi at 22.40pm. The Jan Shatabadi departs Haridwar daily (except Sundays) at 06.20am, arriving in Delhi at 11.25am.
By Road: The driving time between Delhi and Narendra Nagar is approximately six and half-hours.
Transfers: The resort is happy to arrange limousine transfers (at extra cost) from either the airport or the railway station to / from the hotel (1.5 hours from the airport and 1 hour from the station).
Property amenities:
Facilities include:
- Panoramic view terrace
- Sunken bath with views
- Separate shower
- Walk-in closet
- Private bar
- Two line telephone
- In-room safe
- Tea and coffee maker
- Television and DVD
- Temperature AC and Heating
- Wooden floors with rattan mats.
The suites have their own private garden and the Viceregal Suite in the Viceregal Palace has a surrounding terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi.
Nearby attractions and activities:
The Ananda Spa features 15 luxurious therapy rooms with dramatic views of the Himalayan landscape, along with a state of the art Fitness Center, Olympic sized swimming pool, modern hydrotherapy facilities and boutique, each complementing the Spa's philosophy of holistic wellness.
There are several dining options:
- The Restaurant - Multi-cuisine restaurant with emphasis on light healthy cuisine, with options of Ayurvedic Indian diet to suit individual dosha' types. (No smoking permitted). Special spa menus are also available.
- Tree Tops - An outer deck of The Restaurant, set within the natural environs of the Himalayas offering stunning views of the Valley. (Smoking permitted)
- The Pavilion - A casual and cozy yet elegant setting for drinks and light snacks, located adjacent to The Restaurant and pool (No smoking permitted).
- Palace Tea Lounge - Located in the Viceregal Palace this alternative to The Pavilion, serves High Tea and cocktails. Formerly the Maharaja's guesthouse, it was built at the turn of the century and has stunning art deco and colonial furnishings. In the winter, fires give a warm glow and it is light and airy in the hotter months. There are bridge tables, an adjacent library and a billiards Room (No smoking permitted).
- The Poolside - The swimming pool is heated throughout the year and is set on the edge of a ridge of the Himalayan foothills. Glorious forest and valley views, together with a backdrop of soaring hills, make this a perfect place to relax whist enjoying healthy snacks and fresh juices. It is 28 ft long and ideal for laps.
- Hill Theatre- In fine weather, dinner shows are occasionally performed in the sunken, terraced Hill Theatre which has views of the foothills and lit Palace.
- Winter Garden - With Anandamayi Ma's spiritual abode set beside an ancient mango tree, this vegetarian breakfast or light dinner venue is open depending on seasonal weather conditions. It is located in the Viceregal Palace, overlooking the estate's forest valley.
- Estate Picnics - Choose any location on the resort for a private dining experience with a full butler service. Either the Palace Lawn, the Secret Garden, the Music Pavilion or the Star Terrace are ideal spots to dine. Alternatively take a specially prepared hamper out into the surrounding countryside or villages.
Policy:
Children: The resort accepts children of all ages. Children up to the age of 12 years may be accommodated in their parent's bedroom. Children over this age will require their own bedroom. Only one additional child per room is permitted. Children under 14 years of age are not allowed in the spa. There is a baby-sitting service.
Dress code: There is no official dress code at Ananda. However, you may wish to change into something a little tidier for dinner.
Check-in/ out time: Midday. Extended check-out subject to negotiation & availability.
Electricity: 220 volts. The standard two round pin adapters work.
Mobile telephones: Most areas of the resort have reception but it can be unpredictable.
Packages:
Packages: Wellness Bliss, Ayurvedic Rejuvenation, Stress Management, Romance, Detox, Weight management, Yoga, tranquility, Fitness, Anti-Aging.
We look forward to assisting you in creating a personalized therapy and activities program designed to meet your individual needs and health goals along with guidance in the areas of: nutrition, exercise, stress management, detoxification, deep relaxation and anti-aging.
Rediscover tranquility through the nurturing touch of our relaxing therapies and feel total renewal. Ayurveda is the traditional, ancient and scientific Indian system of holistic medicine and has been handed down through the centuries by ancient physicians who greatly valued health and fitness of the human body. With deep insight into the structure of the universe and life, these scholarly sages have formulated norms for preserving health and curing diseases.
They have evolved a system of complete health care, theory and practice for eliminative and palliative therapy for the healthy and the sick, so that mankind can enjoy life in full spirit. True to its name, Ayurveda is your means to vibrant good health, particularly in today's fast paced world.
The Ananda Ayurvedic Therapies promotes positive health in many ways:
- Revitalizes the nervous system
- Relieves fatigue
- Promotes sound sleep
- Improves the complexion
- Retards the aging process
- Nourishes the whole body
- Enhances immunity
- Pacifies and relaxes the mind
- Protects you from stress and strain.
The Ananda Ayurvedic Therapies are performed by expertly trained and experienced therapists, under the supervision of a highly qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Your individual Ananda Ayurvedic Therapy Program will be prescribed for you, by the physician, after a detailed consultation. Specific daily routines, a regulating and nutritious diet, and wellness activities will be prescribed for the individual creating a holistic approach to the entire program.
There are also numerous other Ayurvedic Therapies and services available upon request during your stay at Ananda. These include various massages and beauty therapies, personalized work-outs, yoga and meditation sessions, lifestyle consultations.
Notes:
Prices:
- Delux Palace View Room: Single - $450/ Double - $500
- Delux Valley View Room: $525/ $575
- Delux Suite: $800/ $800
- The Ananda Suite: $1050/ $1050
- Viceregal Suite: $1250/ $1250
- One bedroom Villa with Private Pool: $1250/ $1250
- Two bedroom Villa with Private Pool:$1750/ $1750
- Deluxe Palace View Room: Single - $450/ Double - $500
- Deluxe Valley View Room: $525/ $575
- Deluxe Suite: $800/ $800
- The Ananda Suite: $1050/ $1050
- Viceregal Suite: $1250/ $1250
- One bedroom Villa with Private Pool: $1250/ $1250
- Two bedroom Villa with Private Pool: $1750/ $1750.
Price Includes:
- Scheduled Aerobics
- Yoga or Meditation classes
- Scheduled Hiking Trips in the Himalayan foothills
- Use of Wet Spa areas like Sauna, Steam Bath, Jacuzzi
- Complimentary use of the Gymnasium
- Complimentary use of the Swimming Pool.
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