About Ananda Spa Resort

The 21,000 square foot spa offers an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary Western spa approach. The spa experience strives to achieve the ultimate harmony between the physical and the mental realms of the individual.

With unique focuses on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda, Ananda Spa creates the skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology. The personalized therapy and activities programs is designed to meet individual needs and health goals - de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-aging, weight & inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and exercise.

20 treatment rooms with specialised areas for Ayurveda, Oriental and European systems of holistic health, a team of qualified nutritionists, Western & Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists with knowledge of ancient Indian sciences and modern western treatments - all gently guide you towards a better lifestyle.

Ananda Spa also houses the only 'Aveda' Beauty Institute in India, an international beauty line now part of Estee Lauder. With extensive recreational facilities as the outdoor lap pool; the 16-station life-cycle gymnasium; Squash court; 6 hole golf course; opportunities for outdoor adventure activities like rafting, trekking, wildlife safari and the art and culture programs, the spa rests on the multiple pillars of physical, mental and emotional well being.

At Ananda-In the Himalayas, the calming integration of lush greenery, fresh mountain air, Himalayan spring water, the luxurious therapy rooms overlooking the holy River Ganges and the mystifying Himalayas, provides the ideal environment for rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul.

Hotel Specifications

Accommodation

The rooms at Ananda are infused with natural Himalayan light, designed to imbibe the feel of the mountains. Built on a mountain ridge, the guest rooms offer breathtaking view of the valley and the city of Rishikesh or the Palace. The rooms have been designed in a minimalist and holistic fashion with wooden floors offset by essential furniture, walk- in closet and well-lit marble bathrooms with sunken bathtub facing bay windows offering exquisite views. One of the main features of the rooms is the independent patio balcony with breath taking view of the Himalayas, where one can relax or even practice Yoga.

The Suites

The Viceregal Suite
This Suite, with a wrap around terrace, outdoor Jacuzzi and its own telescope, embodies the graciousness of a bygone era. Located in the Palace annex, in an area of 220 sqm, it exudes the warmth of Indian hospitality, with special local touches in the décor - framed antique Jamawar fabric, gold painted wooden artifacts and pillars with intricate paintings by Rajasthani master craftsman. The other facilities of this suite include a spacious dining and living room with seating for six, a bedroom with a four-poster bed, an adjoining dressing area and a separate shower and steam room.

Deluxe Suites and Ananda Suite
The superb one-bedroom deluxe suites are located on the first and third floor, while the spacious and delightful Ananda Suite is located on the ground floor of the guest residence. These rooms have a separate living room with a dining area and Ananda Suite has its own private garden. Overlooking the Rishikesh valley, the river Ganga or the landscaped garden and Palace, the suites feature a private bar, a walk-in closet, in-room safe, bay-window bath tubs and separate shower, tea cove making facility and telephones with data port and voice mail.

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