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Ananda
- Where:
- Why:Some serious spa time.
- When:December 2018
- Who:Solo
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The old palace, built in 1910. Inside is the lobby, tea salon, billiards room and the plush Viceregal Suite.
A morning view of the Ganges River Valley from a valley view room.
Poolside, wearing Ananda’s signature (and insanely comfortable) kurta pajamas.
Wild peacocks can be spotted strutting around the property.
The view of the valley from the top of the palace. The terrace below belongs to the Viceregal Suite.
Play a game of pool on an antique billiards table.
A private class in the yoga pavilion.
The heated pool is the perfect place to hang between spa treatments.
A look inside the Ananda Suite.
Breakfast on the sunny terrace (just watch out for monkeys).
The tea salon inside the old palace building. Portraits of Maharajas hang in the palace.
A peek into the billiards room.
Highs & Lows
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The award-winning wellness programs in Ayurvedic rejuvenation, yoga, meditation, detox and more. All programs begin with a consultation with the Ayurvedic doctor, who customizes your program and diet plan to suit your goals.
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Watching the sunrise from the balconies off the valley view rooms.
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Private guided meditation sessions in the technique of your choice.
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The social atmosphere. It’s common for people to gather for lunch, or you’re free to keep to yourself.
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Sitting in on talks about Indian Vedanta philosophy with a visiting expert from the ashram.
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The drive to the top is winding, but it’s so worth the climb.
Important Bits
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Type
Lush and leafy spa retreat.
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Vibe
Totally blissed out.
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Location
In the foothills of the Himalayas, 30 minutes from Rishikesh.
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Rooms
70
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Music
Live sitar music and monkey calls.
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Year Opened
2001
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Designed By
Chandu Chhada.
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Health & Wellness
Yes, and lots of it! There’s a gym, pool, yoga classes, personal training sessions, guided hikes and more.
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Restaurant
Yes
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Bar
No, but you can order drinks at dinner.
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Minibar
Yes, no booze though.
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Children
Sorry, kids. The property is 16+.
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Price
The nightly rate is pricey, but it includes spa treatments, meals, private meditation sessions and more, so you don’t need to give it a thought during your stay.
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