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A listing of our Top Luxury Ayurveda resorts. Every hotel in this category excels in luxury and comfort (minimal five star) and offers good quality of Ayurveda programs and treatments. Luxury Ayurveda refers to the application of Ayurvedic principles and practices being in a luxurious and high-end setting. In the context of luxury Ayurveda, the traditional Ayurvedic practices are often combined with modern spa treatments to offer a unique and indulgent experience. This may include services such as personalized Ayurvedic consultations, specialized massages, facials, and other body treatments, along with yoga and meditation classes, gourmet Ayurvedic cuisine, and access to luxurious facilities such as steam rooms, saunas, and pools. Luxury Ayurveda retreats and spas have become increasingly popular in recent years, as more people seek to incorporate holistic wellness practices into their lifestyles.
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Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, Mauritius
A constantly sunny climate. Perfectly located right by the sea. Excellent wellness facilities. All make Shanti Maurice a wonderful wellness destination.
4 Reviews
5
Ayursoma Retreat, India
Celebrate the essence of Ayurveda in a luxurious five-star beachfront resort, inspired by the opulence of ancient Indian palaces.
6 Reviews
4
Engel Ayurpura , Italy
Ayurvedic boutique retreat, which opened in 2023, is designed in a modern, wooden chalet style. Led by experts from Sri Lanka and India, it’s located in the Dolomites mountains, roughly a 2-hour drive from Verona or Innsbruck.
7 Reviews
4
Heritance Maha Gedara, Sri Lanka
Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara offers a peaceful retreat, providing an opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the attentive care of Ayurveda therapists.
18 Reviews
5
Haritha Villas & Spa, Sri Lanka
Haritha Villas & Spa is a small-scale, super-deluxe natural paradise for tailor-made Ayurveda treatments and wellness. All 9 villas come with absolute privacy, ultimate comfort and a private pool.
7 Reviews
4
Ayurveda Health Retreat, Italy
Authentic Ayurvedic treatments with yoga and meditation in a small-scale retreat. For relaxation, healing, and enjoyment. Journey to a historic Borgo in tranquil Tuscany with its therapeutic thermal springs.
4
Ayurveda Mandira, Austria
Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of Ayurveda and the therapeutic thermal waters of Eastern Styria at a magnificent Ayurveda Resort infused with Asian influences.
12 Reviews
5
Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy
Palazzo Fiuggi is an ultra-luxurious medical spa offering tailor-made programs, thalassotherapy, and natural springs near Rome, along with a unique nutritional plan based on epigenetic science.
6 Reviews
5
Atmantan, India
At Atmantan Wellness Resort, traditional Eastern medicine with a state-of the art spa,ultra-modern fitness facilities, and Western medical knowledge. The overarching goal is not just to experience a sense of well-being but to genuinely own it.
18 Reviews
5
Six Senses Vana, India
Six Senses Vana is an international ashram, luxury wellbeing retreat and a world-class blissful sanctuary. A spiritual spot in which to reconnect with your deepest self through a fully customised programme.
2 Reviews
5
Ananda in the Himalayas, India
Ananda in the Himalayas is ranked among the top 10 Wellness Retreats globally, at 30 mins from Rishikesh, and offering transformative experiences through Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Physiotherapy.
24 Reviews
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Wat are Luxury Ayurveda hotels
A listing of our Top Luxury Ayurveda resorts. Every hotel in this category excels in luxury and comfort (minimal five star) and offers good quality of Ayurveda programs and treatments. Luxury Ayurveda refers to the application of Ayurvedic principles and practices being in a luxurious and high-end setting. In the context of luxury Ayurveda, the traditional Ayurvedic practices are often combined with modern spa treatments to offer a unique and indulgent experience. This may include services such as personalized Ayurvedic consultations, specialized massages, facials, and other body treatments, along with yoga and meditation classes, gourmet Ayurvedic cuisine, and access to luxurious facilities such as steam rooms, saunas, and pools.
Luxury Ayurveda retreats and spas have become increasingly popular in recent years, as more people seek to incorporate holistic wellness practices into their lifestyles. These experiences typically offer a high level of personal attention and customized treatment plans that cater to individual needs, making it a popular choice for those looking for a premium wellness experience.
What is Ayurveda
Ayurveda, a natural system of medicine, originated in India more than 3,000 years ago. The word ‘Ayurveda’ is derived from the Sanskrit words ayur (life) and veda (knowledge). Thus, Ayurveda translates to knowledge of life. Ayurveda is based on the concept that health and wellbeing depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Ayurveda is recognized as a complementary and alternative medicine system, and it is becoming increasingly popular as people seek out more natural and holistic approaches to healthcare. In Ayurvedic medicine, practitioners use a holistic approach to healing that includes a variety of techniques, including herbal remedies, dietary guidelines, massage, yoga, and meditation. The goal of Ayurveda is to help people achieve optimal health by restoring balance to their physical and mental state. Read our blog
The benefits of Ayurveda
Ayurveda can help to improve physical, mental, and emotional health, and promote a sense of balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Ayurveda also achieves remarkable results for rheumatic conditions, sleep problems, chronic fatigue, stress, high blood pressure, migraines or skin diseases. Ayurvedic philosophy also offers us greater insight into ourselves and the world around us. Specialized Ayurveda resorts (mainly in India, Sri Lanka and Nepal) you’ll receive two to four treatments per day, such as head, body and synchronized massages, Shirodhara, Nosil treatments, herbal baths and steam baths. Ayurvedic medicine is gentle and based on a natural approach.
We listed some of the benefits of Ayurveda
- Improve digestion: Ayurvedic dietary guidelines and herbal remedies can help to improve digestion and promote a healthy gut.
- Reduce stress and anxiety: Ayurvedic techniques such as meditation, yoga, and massage can help to reduce stress and anxiety, which can improve overall health and wellbeing.
- Boost immunity: Ayurvedic remedies and practices are believed to boost the immune system, helping to prevent illness and disease.
- Balance hormones: Ayurvedic treatments can help to balance hormones and reduce symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances, such as mood swings, hot flashes, and menstrual cramps.
- Manage chronic health conditions: Ayurveda can help to manage chronic health conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease, by addressing the root cause of the condition and promoting overall health and wellbeing.
- Enhance mental clarity: Ayurvedic practices such as meditation and mindfulness can help to improve mental clarity, focus, and concentration.
Type of Ayurveda programs
There are various types of Ayurveda programs, depending on health needs and goals. There are Ayurveda light programs for a week (Rasayana), intensive panchakarma (purification of body and mind) programs for a minimum of 2 weeks or medical Ayurveda programs (for the treatment of specific conditions or complaints). Medical Ayurveda require a longer stay. We also recommend repeat treatments and therapies.
We listed some of the most common types of Ayurveda programs
- Panchakarma: A traditional Ayurvedic detoxification program that includes a series of therapies, such as massage, herbal remedies, and cleansing techniques to remove toxins from the body.
- Ayurvedic diet and nutrition: Ayurveda offers guidelines on diet and nutrition, including specific foods and spices that are believed to promote good health and balance the doshas.
- Herbal remedies: Ayurvedic practitioners use a variety of herbal remedies to address specific health concerns and promote overall wellness.
- Yoga and meditation: Yoga and meditation are integral parts of Ayurveda, and many Ayurvedic programs incorporate these practices to promote physical and mental wellbeing.
- Ayurvedic lifestyle counseling: Ayurvedic practitioners offer lifestyle counseling to help individuals make positive changes in their daily habits and routines, such as sleep patterns, exercise, and stress management.
- Ayurvedic massage and bodywork: Ayurveda includes various massage and bodywork therapies, such as Abhyanga, Shirodhara, and Pinda Sweda, to promote relaxation and improve overall health.
Which Dosha type are you: Vata, Pitta or Kahpa?
In Ayurveda, the doshas are three fundamental life energies that govern all biological processes within the human body and mind. According to the Ayurvedic philosophy, from birth, we all have a unique balance of the three Dosha types. This balance is reflected in a person’s body shape, immune system, character traits and behaviour. The three doshas are: Vata, Pitta and Kahpa. Every one of us is different and has a different balance of these three energies. If everything was perfect, all three energies are equally balanced. If one of the three doshas is dominant, physical or mental issues will develop. An Ayurveda program is designed to rebalance the three doshas.
- Vata: The Vata dosha is associated with movement and is responsible for all movement within the body, including the movement of nerve impulses, blood flow, and digestion. Vata represents impulsiveness. Vatas could be identified by a slight body shape, mobility and a restless mind. People with a predominant Vata dosha tend to be creative, energetic, and quick-thinking, but they may also experience anxiety, dry skin, and digestive issues when the dosha is imbalanced. Vatas are susceptible to experiencing anxiety and stress.
- Pitta: The Pitta dosha is associated with transformation, fire and is responsible for metabolic processes within the body, including digestion, absorption, and assimilation. People with a predominant Pitta dosha tend to be ambitious, focused, demanding, determined, critical and detail-oriented, but they may also experience irritability, inflammation, and digestive issues when the dosha is imbalanced.
- Kapha: The Kapha dosha is associated with stability, structure and is responsible for the body's physical structure, stability, and immunity. People with a predominant Kapha dosha tend to be calm, grounded, respectful, empathic and nurturing, but they may also experience lethargy, weight gain, emotional eating and respiratory issues when the dosha is imbalanced.
It's important to note that everyone has a unique combination of all three doshas, known as their Prakriti or natural constitution. The balance of these doshas can be influenced by various factors such as diet, lifestyle, stress, and environmental factors. An Ayurvedic doctor can help to identify an individual's Prakriti and recommend dietary and lifestyle changes to help balance the doshas and promote overall health and wellbeing.
Good to know for your next Ayurveda holiday
- In Ayurveda, it is common that male therapists will treat males, and female therapists will treat females. This is the case in India and Sri Lanka. In Europe, ayurvedaresorts may deviate from this because there is often just one or two Ayurvedic therapists. If, as a woman, your preference is to be treated by a female therapist, please let the ayurvedic doctor know when creating your personalised ayurveda plan.
- Bring your favourite books and magazines. In line with Ayurvedic philosophy, most authentic Ayurveda resorts in India and Sri Lanka do not have TVs or air-conditioning so that you can really relax.
Need advice from the experts
If you have any other questions about Ayurveda or need advice where to find your perfect Ayurveda resort, the Puurenkuur Wellbeing experts are here to help!
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