Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra Kovalam is situated in Kerala, India, near Chowara Beach, the Aazhimala Shiva Temple, Azhimala Beach, the Vizhinjam Light House, Halcyon Castle Trivandrum and the Rock Cut Cave Shiva Temple. Units feature air-conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen television, a minibar, a desk and a safety deposit box. The resort offers on-site dining for guests. Additional amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, parking and complimentary Wi-Fi.
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 31
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation
SwaSwara houses an escape from the daily rigours of life. The environment at SwaSwara is designed for holistic pursuits and experiences.
The resort offers the “Swa Holiday” which focuses on yoga, Ayurveda, meditation, naturopathy and holistic cuisine. Other activities offered at the SwaSwara include guided art classes with the resident artist in the art studio; guided nature walks, village visits and bird watching trips; a 45-minute boat cruise to visit the nearby beaches; an interactive cooking session; and guided visit to the ancient Gokarna temple and town.
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Shreyas is a unique & seamless blend of the modern and the timeless, luxury and simplicity, indulgence and enlightenment. It offers the authentic practice of Yoga & Ayurveda usually only found in ashrams, Yet in a luxurious and elegant retreat at par with 5-star hotels worldwide.
The maximum of 25 guests who can be accommodated in 12 elegant cottages in this verdant 25-acre retreat are lovingly served with personalised attention by a staff that are trained in and are practicing Yoga.
A member of Relais & Chateaux group of hotels, Shreyas has been recognized as one of the finest Yoga Retreats in the world.
Shreyas is a complete Wellness destination, encompassing various holistic wellness therapies. The entire gamut of Ayurveda & Panchakarma treatments, Naturopathy, Hydrotherapy, luxurious facials, scrubs and masks, Western massages etc. are available in our state-of-the-art 16,000 square feet Spa.
Facilities include an Infinity Pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, Amphitheatre, Gymnasium, library, Home theatre, Walking trail and cricket nets.
Guests can participate in Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Chanting, Deep-relaxation sessions, Community Service, Nature farming, cooking sessions, village walks, excursions etc. This is complemented by gourmet organic vegetarian cuisine and a no-alcohol policy, ensuring guests leave refreshed in body, mind and spirit.
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5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: English, Hindi
No. Rooms: 12
Special Interests: Cycling, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation
Set in the shores of the mesmerizing Arabian Sea, just 20 km away from the world famous backwaters of Alappuzha, the luxurious Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort is set amidst the verdant tropical greens and is meticulously designed as a restful and rejuvenating escape.
Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort offers exquisitely furnished villas complete with a private pool/pond and timber laden decks. All villas are a perfect fusion of traditional and modern Kerala architecture. The rooms feature lavish bathrooms, and artistically designed walk-in dressers to ensure luxurious comfort.
Complimentary facilities to enjoy at Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort include yoga sessions, WI-FI, a buffet breakfast, mineral water placed in guest rooms, daily newspapers, a library, cycling facilities, a lounge bed with umbrellas to lounge on the beach with, putting green and golf cage, and indoor and outdoor pool, and an indoor entertainment room. Other activities to partake in during a stay include Kerala culinary lessons, a local temple and church visit, a traditional cultural programme and an escorted village walk to explore the surrounding area.
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Somatheeram Ayurveda Village is situated in Kerala, India, near Chowara Beach, the Rock Cut Cave Shiva Temple, the Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium and Vizhinjam Lighthouse. Units feature a desk, a seating area, a telephone, mosquito netting, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom. There is an on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy meals. Additional amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, a 24-hour front desk, complimentary Wi-Fi and various wellness services.
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Fragrant Nature Resort is in an idyllic location and placed to sample both the backwaters and the beaches of Kerala. This 4-star resort is a nature-based establishment that practices sustainable methods in its day to day running. The resort forms an ideal base for days out to explore the Kerala-beaches, backwaters, hills, wildlife and culture.
Fragrant Nature Resort features a swimming pool, the Prana Wellness Spa, party area, gymnasium, recreational centre, souvenir shop, library and amphitheatre. Furthermore, the resort arranges boat trips, fishing expeditions, bird watching, cookery demonstrations, cultural programs and elephant rides to name a few.
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Kairali - The Ayurvedic Healing Village is situated in Palakkad, just a few kilometers away from the mountain pass between Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The sweet scented forests of Kerala’s Pala trees, offers an ideal place to get inside nature and rejuvenate with natural medicine. Time spent at the unique jungle paradise affords guests an opportunity to experience the authentic healing practices of ancient India, while relaxing in the lap of modern holistic luxury.
Each of the luxury villas is based on the ancient edicts of Vaastu Shastra, the Indian version of Feng Shui, as outlined in ancient scripture. It provides guests with the ultimate Ayurveda or yoga villa retreat in the setting of Kerala’s authentic Vedic community.
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An eco-friendly jungle getaway in the heart of Wyanad, in north western Kerala, the Vythiri Resort is wrapped in the tropical rainforest. A mountain stream runs through the 150 acre property and the structures are built from brick and wooden rafters furnished in cane and wood while the pathways are lined with stone and canopied by tall trees.
Accommodation options ranges from tree houses to cottages on stilts overlooking the stream and further downstream are cottages with Jacuzzis and private pools. A rope bridge across the stream, leads to the restaurant overlooking the swimming pool at one end and a sweeping view of the forest all around.
Guests may choose to spend time relaxing in the cottages, go for walks in the forest accompanied by the resident naturalist, swim in the freshwater pool, opt for treatments at the Ayurveda spa, play indoor games or take part in the many outdoor activities that the resort has included in its itineraries.
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The Poovar Island Resort is surrounded by serene backwaters and opens out to the Arabian Sea with a sandy beach. The resort is set on 25 acres of coconut gardens and has sea and backwater facing cottages and villas built around the swimming pool. Poovar Island Resort is accessible only by a 10-minute boat ride on the river.
Featured at the resort is a boutique shop that sells Kerala artefacts, wood carvings, handicrafts, shawls, blankets and jewellery. There’s also a barbeque area, Ayurveda spa and indoor games. Cooking classes on making traditional Kerala dishes are available. Resort management organises motorboat cruises on the backwaters and the Poovar River. Excursions to local villages, fishing places and other tourist sites can also be arranged.
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Ananda in the Himalayas is a multi-award winning luxury destination spa in the Himalayan foothills, surrounded by the majestic Himalayan Mountains. Overlooking the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the Ganges river valley in Northern India, Ananda is a retreat dedicated to restoring balance and harmonizing energy through a holistic approach to wellbeing. It integrates traditional Indian wellness practices of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta with the best of international wellness experiences and healthy organic cuisine to bring about the union of mind, body and soul. Ananda’s signature wellness programmes, such as Ayurvedic Rejuvenation, Detox, Yogic Detox, Dhyana Meditation, Weight Management, and Stress Management, are world-renowned.
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5 Star
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 78
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Relaxation, Watersports, Wildlife
Situated in the Himalayas, the Wildflower Hall is a luxury resort set on 22 acres of virgin woods of pine and cedar. The former residence of Lord Kitchener, the Wildflower Hall recreates the grand style of the colonial era. Wood panelling and original artwork create an aura of old world charm. Teak wood floors, hand knotted rugs and rich furnishings complemented by spectacular views gives the guest rooms a finishing touch.
The resort offers a tranquil sanctuary with the Oberoi Spa that offers holistic treatments based on Ayurveda, Oriental and Western traditions in private spa suites or pavilions ensconced in a dense cedar forest offering spectacular vistas of the majestic snow peaks.
Guests get to dine while enjoying beautiful views of mountains and valleys from the restaurants, or relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi and the heated swimming pool.
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5 Star
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 85
Svatma is a luxury heritage hotel in a quiet lane in Tanjore, Tamil Nadu and raises the bar for hotels in this area. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, Svatma has been lovingly designed and restored as a testament to Tamilan art and culture.
Each of Svatma's 38 rooms and suites are individually appointed. An unparalleled luxury option in Tanjore. There's three restaurants serving Tamil cuisine to choose from in different areas of the hotel. It also features a gym, yoga center and luxury spa.
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4 Star
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 38
Special Interests: History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Pollachi is a quaint town in Tamil Nadu, at the border of God’s own country, Kerala. In the heart of this countryside is where you will find Coco Lagoon. Guests can go here to get away from their hurried schedules. Lose yourself or better find yourself in a vacation experience that is distinctive and set in one of the finest nature retreats in south of India.
This destination spa retreat is designed around relaxation and well-being. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and coconut groves, it’s the perfect place to pair soothing Ayurveda treatments with a large helping of fresh country air.
Coco Lagoon features a variety of suites and villas in various configurations that include amenities that will make your stay more comfortable. Facilities at the resort include swimming pools, a yoga centre, amphitheater, banquet hall and more.
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4 Star
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Spoken Languages: Hindi
No. Rooms: 32
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Hiking, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife