ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS

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Ananda in the Himalayas is an award winning luxury destination spa located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the birthplace of India's ancient arts of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Dedicated to restoring balance and harmonizing energy through a holistic approach, Ananda incorporates the healing principles of the East and the West with a specific focus on Ayurveda and Yoga, along with contemporary International spa experiences. Set amongst 100 acres of virgin forest and opened in September 2000, Ananda in the Himalayas is built around a Maharaja's palace estate and located 260 kilometres north of New Delhi. The resort features a restored Viceroy's Palace, world-class Spa, 70 deluxe rooms, 5 suites and 3 villas. Two of these villas are 2 bedroom villas and one is a single bedroom villa, with breathtaking views of the Ganges River and the mountainside. With the highest standards of service, luxurious accommodations, innovative dining and breathtaking mountain views, Ananda is an internationally recognised oasis offering an enriching experience designed to restore, renew and revitalise. Ananda signature wellness programs include Detox, Ayurvedic Rejuvenation, Weight Management, Stress Management, Yogic Detox, Ananda Yoga, Ananda Renew and Ananda Active. Getaway Spa packages starting at 2 or 3 nights are also available.

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Pool

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Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room

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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)

Bar/Lounge

Spa

Breakfast included

Airport transportation

Banquet Room

Breakfast Available

Concierge

Conference Facilities

Dry Cleaning

Golf course

Heated pool

Hot Tub

Laundry Service

Meeting rooms

Multilingual Staff

Outdoor pool

Public Wifi

Sauna

Wheelchair access

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Minibar

Accessible rooms

Non-smoking rooms

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The Palace Estate, Tehri - Garhwal,, Narendranagar 249175 India

Getting there

Dehra Dun Airport19 mi

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Scorpion Handicrafts

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A must visit for serenity and to know self better

Staying at the Ananda was an extremely fulfilling experience. The warmth and efficiency of staff makes you appreciate them beyond words. For an wholesome experience and a refreshed outlook to lifestyle, one Should definitely have Abada in their to go places.

Date of stay: March 2019

Spirituality is good business

We planned a trip to Ananda in the Himalayas with great anticipation, given the pretty positive reviews on TripAdvisor and other sites. Importantly a key consideration was the range of activities available on site: Yoga, a spa, the opportunity to go on an escorted walk, and the…

Date of stay: December 2018

Don't go

You should not stay at this resort. There are plenty better alternatives at much lower rates; for example The Barn in the Philippines or Kamalaya in Thailand. In fact, Ananda is no more than a worn out, British looking estate where zen and harmony are hard to find. Since when…

Date of stay: December 2018

A five star distressing destination

Amazing place .. we had most relaxed holiday.. white pajama n Kurt’s with rudraksh.. Mala all most all in common dress code gave spiritual space .. the massages we very good n were as per individual problem of body or trouble area .. it was under medical supervision.. the…

Date of stay: June 2018

Unforgettable

It took me a couple of days to get in into the "groove." As all the toxins were leaving my body (thanks to the amazing delicious diet, fresh air, peace, and yoga/meditation power), I was getting more accustomed to the pace and mindfulness Ananda lifestyle. It's not for those…

Date of stay: December 2018

Response from Nikhil K, General Manager at Ananda in the Himalayas

Responded Feb 5, 2019

Dear Guest, Namaskar! Thank you for visiting us at Ananda and for you kind and detailed review. Your feedback will definitely help our other guests plan their time here better. We are very happy to hear that our services and activities met with your expectations and that the team was able to look after you well. Do continue some of the practices like Yoga, meditation and your dosha diet, recommended by our Ayurvedic Physicians, in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We are grateful to you for your feedback on the Vedanta. Our teachers are from the Vedanta Academy in Lonavla and all of them take instruction in the subject from the same guru, Swami Parthasarthy. Swamiji personally assigns the teachers to Ananda based on their overall skill and knowledge. The teachers are here by rotation for about a month at a time. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ananda soon, do let us know if we may assist in any way to plan your future trips. Warm regards, Nikhil Kapur

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I'm coming on 14 / January can you tell me about the weather.. do i have to bring jacket?

Dear Guest, Namaskar! We do recommend that you carry a jacket as early mornings and evenings do tend to get cold. This is the winter season in our area.

Hey are children allowed in the property? I have a 3yr old?? Thx!!

I think they have to be 14 or older to go to Ananda.

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Hi there does Ananda have bar /lounge Do they serve liquor OA

Dear Guest, Namaskar! We do serve liquor at Ananda.

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Please explain the route for any one interested to come from Mumbai? Which is the nearest airport and how much time from the airport?

You can fly direct from Mumbai to Deradun which is about a two hour flight and then Ananda Spa will send a car to collect you and the drive via Rishikesh takes about one hour

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hi there can't wait to visit this property. Have a few questions - 1/ weather - am looking at April or Oct early nov - I want to do some treks/walks is either of these times suitable? 2/ wanting to experience spa/meditiation/treks/vedanta philosophy - do you have talks on this at any particular time - keen to learn about this, 3/ lastly coming from Sydney Australia, best airport to fly into?? thank you in advance

Dear Guest, Namaskar! 1. April or October are both great times to visit and all activities including the treks are operational. 2. Vedanta, Yoga and Meditation are available round the year and can be incorporated in your daily schedule 3. We have a number of flight options to the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, both from Delhi and Mumbai. Jolly Grant of only an hour from Ananda. Do let us know if we may be of any further assistance.

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