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Colonial Indian palace on a hillside among trees and shrubs, with a landscaped roundabout in front
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A colonial Indian palace lit up after dark, surrounded by greenery
Stone steps leading through manicured lawns to a stone-walled patio, with views of the misty Himalayas
Treadmills in a gym with a shiny floor and windows overlooking tropical greenery
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Colonial palace peering through tropical mountain greenery, fronted by a lawn
Swimming pool next to a row of white loungers and parasols with tropical greenery behind
Smiling woman with her eyes closed lying on a bed surrounded by flowers as two therapists massage her back
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Woman in white loose clothing in a yoga pose in a green field, next to water mirroring her reflection
Lounge area with a black and white chequered floor, blue and stone-coloured sofas with yellow cushions, and windows with views of the greenery outside
Wraps filled with colourful vegetables and a bowl of rice in close-up
Woman in a white robe holding a yellow mug, overlooking the misty mountains as the sun rises in the distance
Woman in white traditional dress laying stripy towels on sunbeds next to an infinity pool shrouded by greenery
Swimming pool lined with white parasols and loungers next to a white building peeking out among tropical greenery
Woman in white clothes in lotus position with her hands clasped in prayer in a columned pavilion with a field behind
Colonial Indian palace on a hillside among trees and shrubs, with a landscaped roundabout in front
Group in white clothing stretching on yoga mats with an instructor, surrounded by tropical greenery
A colonial Indian palace lit up after dark, surrounded by greenery
Stone steps leading through manicured lawns to a stone-walled patio, with views of the misty Himalayas
Treadmills in a gym with a shiny floor and windows overlooking tropical greenery
Woman with arms stretched out behind her as a therapist pulls them back in a wellness exercise
Colonial palace peering through tropical mountain greenery, fronted by a lawn
Swimming pool next to a row of white loungers and parasols with tropical greenery behind
Smiling woman with her eyes closed lying on a bed surrounded by flowers as two therapists massage her back
Balcony with black railings, with a cushioned lounger looking over a hillside cloaked in greenery
Woman in a white shirt dress in a yoga pose in the middle of an open-air pavilion surrounded by tropical greenery
Woman lying down partially covered by a white towel, with her face in a massage bed hole, being massaged by a therapist in front of a window overlooking the forest
Woman in a white robe in front of a row of massage beds, sitting by a window with a view of the green mountains outside
Woman in white loose clothing in a yoga pose in a green field, next to water mirroring her reflection
Lounge area with a black and white chequered floor, blue and stone-coloured sofas with yellow cushions, and windows with views of the greenery outside
Wraps filled with colourful vegetables and a bowl of rice in close-up
Woman in a white robe holding a yellow mug, overlooking the misty mountains as the sun rises in the distance
Woman in white traditional dress laying stripy towels on sunbeds next to an infinity pool shrouded by greenery
Swimming pool lined with white parasols and loungers next to a white building peeking out among tropical greenery
Woman in white clothes in lotus position with her hands clasped in prayer in a columned pavilion with a field behind

Ananda in the Himalayas

Uttaranchal, India

Famous for its seclusion and elegance, Ananda has hosted British royalty and Hollywood stars, making it one of India’s most celebrated wellness destinations. Its location is as dreamy as it gets, too – part of the 100-acre Maharaja Palace Estate, fringed by forest greens and overlooking the River Ganges.
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RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Historic palace estate setting in the mystical Himalayas, with views of the River Ganges and surrounding forests
  • Award-winning wellness retreat, with personalised programmes for Ayurveda, yoga and meditation
  • Meals prepared according to Ayurvedic principles, with a range of Indian and international flavours


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Exclusive & Special Offers

Repeat Guest Offer
For those who stayed at the hotel in the past
Discount on the spa programme & accommodation, contact us to book 
Free Spa Credit
  • Spa credit of $100 per person (only with a pre-booked package, minimum 7-night stay)


Free Experience
Complimentary trip to Rishikesh to experience the Ganga Aarti ceremony (per room, only with a pre-booked package, minimum 7-night stay)


About Ananda in the Himalayas

Perched in the Himalayan foothills near Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, Ananda is a sanctuary for mind, body and soul. It’s part of a 100-acre palace estate, with views of the Ganges and surrounding emerald forests, and it combines timeless Indian traditions with modern luxury.

The Ananda Wellness Centre is huge and offers more than 80 treatments alongside daily Hatha yoga, meditation and personalised Ayurvedic programmes. Guests can enjoy outdoor activities, too, including reflective mountain walks and energising fitness sessions, and choose from from emotional and health-focused retreats.

The hotel’s 78 rooms and suites have calming interiors, private balconies and indulgent touches like four-poster beds and marble bathrooms. Culinary experiences come courtesy of acclaimed chef, Sandeep Biswas, with menus that blend Indian, Asian and European flavours using only the finest locally sourced organic produce.

Just so you know, children under 14 are not permitted to maintain the peaceful atmosphere. Spa facilities and therapies are available exclusively to guests aged 18 and above.


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Wellness at Ananda in the Himalayas

The Ananda Wellness Centre spans 2,500 square feet, and has a lengthy menu of more than 80 treatments. Daily activities focus on the ancient disciplines of Hatha yoga and meditation, while Ayurvedic therapies support the balance of mind, body and spirit. Programmes are personalised to meet your individual needs, and designed to focus on everything from fertility and menstrual health to holistic detox. The Vedanta talks on ancient Indian philosophy and the fundamental questions of life are, in particular, not to be missed.

The spa has 24 treatment rooms, comprehensive hydrotherapy facilities, a steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, Kneipp foot bath, outdoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art gym.

Need help choosing the right programme? We can arrange a call in advance with one of the doctors at Ananda to assess your needs and make their recommendations. Get in touch to find out more.

PROGRAMMES

Comprehensive Fertility Enhancement
Comprehensive Fertility Enhancement
Ananda’s Fertility Enhancement programme is a highly customised path of Ayurvedic wisdom, Yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Emotional Healing to provide vital guidance for holistic and natural procreation. Based on Vajikarna, the ancient branch of Ayurveda that deals with fertility, this programme emphasises on cleansing the body of toxins, refining metabolic function, and stabilising hormonal fluctuation for improved performance of the reproductive seed or shukra dhatu that literally translates to ‘bright, pure and radiant’.
Comprehensive Pain Management
Comprehensive Pain Management
Ananda Pain Management starts with a detailed assessment by our Physiotherapy and Ayurvedic experts. The treatment plan is highly customized basis the root cause of pain, and includes comprehensive physiotherapy procedures, topical Ayurvedic therapies, stress relieving yogic postures, and an anti-inflammatory dietary approach. The programme is effective for pain reduction and mobility enhancement treatment of non-degenerative conditions to achieve where pain onset is less than 5-6 years. 
Comprehensive Hormonal Rebalance
Comprehensive Hormonal Rebalance
The Ananda Rebalance programme applies traditional oriental therapies to address hormonal balance, specifically for menopause in women and also to address changes in testosterone and other hormones in men. This healing approach focusses on the blockage of energy flowing through the fourteen meridians. Intensive therapies are then used to balance its flow, relieve pain, improve energy flow and vitalise systems intrinsically
Comprehensive Diabetes Management
Comprehensive Diabetes Management
Diabetes Management Programme offers a transformative, multi-disciplinary approach to diabetes and metabolic health. By integrating Ayurveda, Yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), physiotherapy, nutritional science, and emotional healing, the programme empowers individuals to regulate blood glucose, prevent complications, and achieve holistic well-being. Each guest receives personalized therapies and lifestyle interventions, ensuring a journey toward sustained health, vitality, and self-management. Programme is for individuals with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes seeking effective management and reversal strategies; Type 1 diabetics (with a focus on complication prevention and overall wellness) and for anyone seeking preventive care or support in managing diabetes-related complications such as obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. 
Comprehensive Active Fitness
Comprehensive Active Fitness
The Activ-Fitness Programme focuses on enhancing fitness and muscle tone by integrating Vyayama, the age-old Indian ritual for movement and breath integrated with contemporary fitness training techniques. Carefully guided at each step by Ayurvedic Physicians, Physical fitness trainers, and Holistic Physiotherapists, each individual’s unique body-mind constitution, or dosha is adapted to a holistic fitness regime to achieve a toned, powerful and agile body. The Activ-Fitness programme is a one-of-a-kind blend of personal fitness sessions, Ayurvedic therapeutic treatments, customised diets, yoga, aqua fitness, and hikes to the Himalayan foothills.
Comprehensive Weight Management
Comprehensive Weight Management
Ananda is the perfect haven to gain control over your body through Ayurvedic and International treatments, detox therapies, exercise, yoga, diet and meditation. A safe and effective way to lose weight, this programme improves your metabolism and leaves you with a toned body and renewed vigor. It is also one of the few programmes in the world where release of emotional blockages is such a key component. The whole approach behind Ananda’s Weight Management programme is through a supportive, non-aggressive process, yet yielding the desired results.
Comprehensive Sleep Enhancement
Comprehensive Sleep Enhancement
Ananda’s Sleep Enhancement Programme is a customised holistic approach of lifestyle modifications, dietary corrections, Ayurveda therapies and Traditional Chinese Medicine to improve sleep quality, while removing associated complications arising due to disturbed sleep. The healing therapies and guidance from physicians, yogis and healers help calm the nerves, restore the metabolic and emotional balance for high energy levels, enhanced focus, effortless concentration and a renewed state of self. Recommended for those experiencing sleep apnea, sleep procrastination, inability to sleep, interrupted sleep, erratic sleep patterns, and endless dreaming.
Comprehensive Dhyana Meditation
Comprehensive Dhyana Meditation
A process of self-awareness, the practice of meditation is one of the key tools to help harmonize the mind and tap into the potential of higher consciousness. Ananda’s Dhyana Programme guides each guest through Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses from the mind), Dharana (focusing of the mental awareness) and towards experience of Dhyana (continued meditative awareness).
Comprehensive Stress Management
Comprehensive Stress Management
Ananda’s Stress Management programme helps to lead a well-balanced, healthy life by reducing stress and relaxing the mind. This programme is a customized holistic approach of Ayurveda, Yoga, meditation and emotional healing to tackle the stress naturally. The whole programme is designed to provide tranquillity to the stressed body & mind and to bring back the natural rhythm of the psychosomatic system. Holistic healing treatments intensify the experience of deep relaxation by removing tensions from physical, mental & emotional levels.
Comprehensive Yogic Detox
Comprehensive Yogic Detox
Ananda’s Yogic Detox Programme focuses on Shatkarmas, the six powerful purification techniques of Hatha Yoga, designed to detoxify the body and mind. These cleansing practices harmonize the Solar and Lunar energies within the body, clearing internal systems of impurities caused by modern habits, diet, and stress. Through Shatkarmas, alongside Asanas (postures), Pranayama (breathing techniques), Mudras (energy seals), and Bandhas (energy locks), the programme offers deep rejuvenation and a pathway to inner balance and vitality. 
Comprehensive Holistic Yoga
Comprehensive Holistic Yoga
Rediscover yourself and enable heightened balance and rejuvenation through the classical approaches of Hatha Yoga and Kriya Yoga where individual sessions are specifically tailored for ones’ needs. The programme includes personalized Asanas (Hatha Yogic postures), Pranayama (breathing techniques), Mudras (channelling of energy) and Bandhas (energy locks) in order to experience the holistic approach of Yogic traditions. For those seeking to create a foundation of yoga practice and philosophy, conscious living, healthy living, mindful movement, and to improve agility and flexibility.
Comprehensive Renew
Comprehensive Renew
Both age and health are reflected in skin, bones and joints. As the body's largest organ skin is the first layer of defence from external factors, but often due to several factors including unhealthy diet, hormonal changes, lack of sleep, environmental pollution and smoking its ability to work as an effective barrier is impaired. The Renew programme using Ayurvedic, Oriental and International therapies works on building skin health and unlocks youthful essence through skin cleansing and skin nourishment. This programme also improves musculo-skeletal health and provides relief from muscle stiffness, rheumatism and arthritis.
Comprehensive Ayurvedic Rejuvenation & Immunity Booster
Comprehensive Ayurvedic Rejuvenation & Immunity Booster
The programme aims at improving vitality of one’s body through few Panchakarma treatments along with complementing Ayurvedic treatments, nourishing diet, immunity boosting rasayanas and yoga. Ayurveda rasayana remedies are known for their immuno-enhancing, neuro-nutrient, anti-aging and anti-cellular stress effect. The programme focuses on balancing nutrition, creating a richer ojas system, boosting agni and enhancing microcirculation to strengthen immunity. This results in improved immunity and energy, better metabolism and healthy, glowing, refreshed skin.
Panchakarma
Panchakarma
The traditional science of Ayurvedic Panchakarma offers the most natural and complete cleanse. It is the ideal method of detoxifying and rejuvenating the body and mind and healing from within. The Panchakarma programme is for 21 nights and follows 3 distinct stages. Who is this programme for: Deep cellular detox and for restoring the body’s innate balance. Also for those experiencing diabetes, migraines, uncontrollable weight gain or chronic digestive issues.
Comprehensive Holistic Detox
Comprehensive Holistic Detox
Toxins constantly build up in the body due to pollution and other environmental factors leading to lack of energy, weight gain, inflammation and related issues. Detoxification focusses on toxin mobilisation and their removal by stimulating the liver to filter toxins from the body. It cleanses the entire digestive system to optimize digestive capacity and assimilation process, metabolic activities and evacuation abilities, improving the circulation of the blood and lymphatic systems, and finally nourishing the body with essential nutrients post detox completion. The ultimate goal is to detoxify both the mind and body of harmful toxins and negative thoughts in a controlled and safe manner.
Foundation Wellness Programme
Foundation Wellness Programme
Ananda offers a Foundation Wellness Programme which provides an introduction to understanding your body and mind from a holistic perspective. Programme consists of customised wellness therapies help start your wellness journey. It is a foundation level to offer you a taste of Ananda. If you looking for more specific programme or help with a health issue we suggest booking your stay on one of the Comprehensive progromames. Min stay needed is 5 nights
Comprehensive Menstrual Health
Comprehensive Menstrual Health
Menstruation is a vital aspect of women’s health, marking the reproductive years from adolescence to menopause. However, many women face menstrual disorders that can disrupt their normal cycles, often accompanied by physical discomfort or emotional challenges. These disorders can manifest as heavy or scanty bleeding, missed periods, and severe mood swings. These symptoms can significantly impact daily life and may also lead to health concerns such as infertility, anaemia, and osteoporosis. Perimenopause, or the menopausal transition, brings its own set of menstrual complexities including vaginal changes, and irregular bleeding patterns. Ananda’s Menstrual Health programme aims at empowering women and promoting menstrual wellness at every stage of life.
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EXAMPLE TREATMENTS AND CLASSES

  • Kati Vasti oil therapy
  • Jal neti (nasal cleansing)
  • Reflexology
  • Aromatherapy
  • Hydro aromatic bath
  • Reiki
  • Yoga
  • Pranayama breathwork
  • Meditation
  • Sound healing
  • Vedanta spiritual teachings
  • Fitness classes
  • Personal training
SAMPLE WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE
Download a sample weekly class schedule at Ananda in the Himalayas
Please note: classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustments

What’s on the menu?

Your stay begins with a wellness consultation to determine your personal dosha (your Ayurvedic body type), so every meal can be tailored to your needs and health goals. Even the tea you’re offered is blended to suit your constitution.

While Ayurveda anchors the retreat’s philosophy, the food isn’t limited to Indian dishes – there’s also a selection of international cuisine, all prepared with Ayurvedic principles in mind. Meals are all waiter-service, and the menu is around 95% organic, with herbs gathered daily from the on-site garden.

In the evenings, a sharing table is available for anyone who’d like to chat with other guests over dinner.

Healthy Indian cuisine: stuffed samosas on a red puree
The Restaurant
The spa restaurant serves Indian, Asian and Western dishes, crafted with care and seasonality in mind. The menu is refreshed every four months.
Bowl of noodles and vegetables
Tea Lounge
Set within the historic Viceregal Palace, the Tea Lounge offers a cosy, romantic setting for an afternoon tea or light snack in peaceful surroundings.

Your accommodation at Ananda in the Himalayas

All 78 rooms are elegantly designed in a colonial style and feature private balconies, terraces or gardens. For added luxury, we recommend booking a valley view room for a small supplement – the views are really spectacular.
Deluxe Garden View
45m2, Palace view, Balcony
Size: 45 square metres These rooms have a double bed, walk-in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom and a large balcony or terrace with panoramic views of the palace or golf course. Facilities include Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, DVD player, safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar stocked with healthy options. Kurta pyjamas and yoga mats are also supplied.
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Deluxe Valley View
45m2, Valley View, Balcony
Size: 45 square metres These newly renovated rooms are on the second, third and fourth floors, and come with a double bed, walk-in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom and a large balcony or terrace with panoramic views of Rishikesh Valley. Facilities include Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, DVD player, safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar stocked with healthy options. Kurta pyjamas and yoga mats are also supplied.
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Deluxe Valley View - Premium Floors
45m2, Valley View, Top Floor
Size: 45 square metres These rooms are on the top floor, and come with a double bed, walk-in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom and a large balcony or terrace with views of Rishikesh Valley. Facilities include Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, DVD player, safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar stocked with healthy options. Kurta pyjamas and yoga mats are also supplied.
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Garden Suite
1-2 pax, 45 SQM
Size: 45 square metres These spacious suites are on the ground floor and come with a bedroom with an attached sitting room and a garden overlooking the valley or palace. Facilities include Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, DVD player, safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar stocked with healthy options. Kurta pyjamas and yoga mats are also supplied.
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Things to See and Do

Outdoor swimming pool
Al fresco swimming for wellbeing.
Walking
Scenic routes for gentle exercise.
Hiking
Trails for all levels.
Cooking demonstrations
Watch expert techniques in action.
Golf
Practice your swing on velvety greens.

What We Love

  • You'll be provided with Kurta pyjamas, which you can wear to yoga and to your spa treatments – in other words, pack lightly as most of the time you'll be wearing these!
  • The Tibetan Massage focuses on lymphatic drainage, acupressure and meridian work using hot Himalayan salt 
  • All products for the treatments and essential oil blends are freshly made and have no preservatives or enhancers

Who Should Go

  • Yoga practitioners who wish to learn more about this ancient tradition 
  • Travellers looking for a destination spa in a breathtaking location 
  • Anyone who'd like to disconnect completely and spend their days doing yoga, enjoying authentic Ayurvedic treatments and exploring the local area

LOCATION

Like its name suggests, Ananda is nestled among the Himalayan foothills in India’s mystical north, fringed by forests and overlooking the River Ganges. The peaceful town of Rishikesh is also just below, a waterfront gem full of temples and ashrams. It’s a 45-minute drive from Rajaji National Park, where safaris can unearth elephants, tigers, leopards, and diverse birdlife.

The retreat is one hour from Delhi Airport, and one hour and 15 minutes from Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport. If you’re travelling by train, Haridwar Junction railway station is 45 minutes away.

WHEN TO GO

The most pleasant weather is from March to June with nice warm temperatures. The monsoon season is from mid June to mid August but it doesn't rain all day, usually with heavy morning showers. in the winter It's usually cooler from October to February.
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SEASONAL PRICE GUIDE

This chart provides a guide of how room rates change by season.
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Speak with our Wellbeing Travel Experts
If you have any questions about the best time to visit Ananda in the Himalayas, pricing, or choosing the right programme for you, our wellness experts are at hand to help curate the perfect package for you.
Call +44 (0)20 3735 7555
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What our customers say

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Excellent spa in beautiful surroundings
Anonymous
2020
Not a complete health retreat. Terrible food, not healthy menu. People smoking in the resort.
Anonymous
2016
Ananda is fantastic; I can highly recommend it, also if you want to relax and experience welness treatments. We booked the detox program which was fabulous. Food is amazing!
Anonymous
2014
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