Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Overview
When to go
What we love
- The authentic Ayurveda treatments and cuisine are truly amazing here
- The invigorating treks in the jungle all around you where you can reconnect to nature ans well as the fact that Santani is surrounded by ancient Buddhist meditation caves in the mountains
- That all social spaces are Wi-Fi free giving you the opportunity for a digital-detox.
Who should go
- It’s ideal for solo travellers looking to re-connect and switch-off from a stressful job
- Couples looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience in a beautiful location
- If you are serious about investing in your health and wellbeing.
Offers
- Exclusive Offers
- Free Signature Ayurvedic Spa Ritual per person (120 minutes, worth USD $200)
- Free return car transfer from Victoria Reservoir (place in Kandy where sea plane is landing/taking off, worth USD $80), min stay 5 nights
- Special Price Offer *:
- - Valid for stays between 1 Aug 2023 - 30 April 2024
- - Must be booked by 30 April 2024
- Special Offer *
- - 25% off if you stay 7 nights and more
- - 20% off if you stay 6 nights and less
- - For stays between 1 May 2023 - 30 April 2024
- Early Bird offer *
- - 20% discount if you book 60 days in advance
- - For stays between 1 Sept - 19 Dec 23 & 1 March - 30 Apr 24
- Free nights offer *
- - Stay for 4/pay for 3 & Stay for 7/pay for 5
- - For stays between & 1 Sept - 19 Dec 23 & 1 March - 30 Apr 24
*Offers are not combinable
Wellness
Harmony is the philosophy here and the wellness approach is firmly focused on serenity, relaxation and simplicity – within very luxurious and stylish surroundings. They will pamper your body in an environment that will revitalise you and they educate your mind so you can leave with healthy habits and carry on with this lifestyle after your stay.
Santani offers a range of spa packages which are all personalised to your needs based on an assessment of body composition, lifestyle, stress, fitness, emotional state and future goals.
There is an Ayurvedic doctor onsite and personalised spa treatments by the expertly trained and nurturing wellness team. The treatments are designed to de-stress and rejuvenate and range from holistic to Ayurvedic, including Swedish massages, wraps and Reiki.
Facilities include 4 treatment rooms, steam room, sauna, open-air salt pool, infinity outdoor pool and yoga studio.
- Shiro-dhara
- Reflexology
- Deep tissues massage
- Detox facial
Activities
- Hiking
- Golf nearby
- Swimming
- Explore Kandy city which is only 1 hour drive away
- Visit tea plantations and learn about local teas and its production
Typical Group Classes
- Yoga
- Meditation
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
There is no air-conditioning but instead there is natural ventilation in the bedrooms. Guests are encouraged to have a digital detox and therefore Wi-Fi is only available upon request.
Garden View chalets are situated about 10 minutes walk from the main building and public areas (tuk-tuk service is available) and are recommended for families with children (min age 12). These chalets do not have the mountain vistas, but provide a cosy, secluded feel among thick vegetation.
Garden chalet are located in the secluded area away from the main public areas and recommended mainly for families with kids.
They offer views of the garden with thick vegetation.
Each has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Wi-Fi is available upon request. There is natural ventilation and a fan instead of air-conditioning.
*Walking distance from the room to the main building is about 10 minutes. Tuk-tuk is available on request.
The Mountain View Chalets are stand-alone buildings. We do recommend these rooms to those clients who are travelling solo or are doing a spa programme as they are conveniently located in close approximity to all hotel's facilities.
Each has a king-size bed, private en-suite with shower, two closets and a seating area.
There is a private balcony overlooking the mountains as well as outdoor seats.
Facilities include bathrobe, slippers, coffee and tea making facilities and safe. Wi-Fi is available upon request and there is natural ventilation and a fan instead of air-conditioning.
What’s on the menu
Location
Nearest airport
There are direct flights from London to Colombo with SriLankan Air.
The transfer time from Colombo International Airport is approximately 4 hours by car.
You can take a domestic sea plane flight from Colombo to Victoria Reservoir in Kandy and have a shorter transfer of approximately 1 hour by car. We can help you arranging these flights and transfers. Charter flight operating time is 07:00 hrs - 16:00 and is a subject to weather conditions.
Helicopter transfer is also available from Colombo International Airport to Dunhinna school grounds in Kandy and the ground transfer will be arranged from the helicopter landing point to Santani. Contact us for details.
Visa and entry:
You will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. You can do apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) here.
On arrival visa facilities are available, however applying for an ETA before travel is advised for ease of travel and to prevent delays on arrival.
Families, Children & Infants
Children under 12 years are not allowed due to the tranquil nature of this resort. Families travelling with teenagers can stay in Garden view chalets.Reviews
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