Boutique Ayurveda retreats offer something many people are looking for: a quiet space, personal attention, and the wisdom of an ancient healing tradition. There’s power in keeping things simple. No crowds, no rush—just a peaceful setting where you’re really seen. The programs are tailored to your needs, with room for open conversations, silence, and care that goes beyond the usual. Ayurveda is practiced as it should be: personalised treatments, meals that match your dosha, and expert guidance from skilled practitioners. This is what sets these retreats apart. Small-scale doesn’t mean less - it means more focus, more care, and more space to reconnect with yourself.
Tucked away in the Sierra Tejeda mountains, approx. 1 hour north of Málaga, Harmony Home feels far away from the noise and rush of everyday life. This intimate, peaceful retreat was founded by Antonina, a yoga teacher and Ayurvedic therapist from the U.S., who has shaped it into a place where everything slows down. The focus is on calm, care, and simplicity. Daily yoga sessions, deeply relaxing massages, and nourishing meals inspired by Ayurveda are all part of the daily rhythm. The dishes are fresh, full of vegetables and herbs from the garden. Discover all Ayurveda programs or programmes for pure relaxation.
Perched on a seaside hill among palm and mango trees, this colourful resort overlooks the Indian Ocean and offers a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere. You can follow a personalised Ayurvedic program or simply choose from a range of individual wellness treatments. The vibrant design - filled with shades of red, yellow, orange and purple—is reflected throughout the resort, from cushions to curtains, from the parasols to the table settings. The garden invites you to slow down, with hammocks strung between trees and space to breathe. One of the highlights is the daily yoga session in the rooftop shala, one of the largest in Sri Lanka, where you can move and breathe with the ocean in sight. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Underneath the Mango Tree.
Experience an Ayurvedic cure in one of Madeira’s most beautiful coastal towns. The small-scale Alpino Atlântico offers authentic treatments at the professional and highly skilled Ashoka Ayurveda Centre, led by a team of experienced Ayurvedic doctors and therapists. The head doctor and his wife are also well-versed in nutrition, ensuring a holistic approach to healing. Meals are served buffet-style, featuring Ayurvedic dishes that are predominantly vegetarian. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda Cure Center
On the edge of Ubud, surrounded by Bali’s lush nature, sits a colourful boutique hotel that feels personal and welcoming. Run by a kind-hearted Indian family, it offers a full Ayurvedic experience in a small setting—just 18 rooms, a treatment centre, a restaurant, and tropical gardens. The Panchakarma programs are traditional and carefully guided, making this a good choice for anyone looking for a focused retreat. It’s adults-only, which creates a calm atmosphere, especially suited to couples and solo travellers. The retreat also offers a wide range of activities, from yoga and meditation to creative workshops and cooking classes. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Ayurveda Boutique Hotel Bali.
Kurhaus Bad Bocklet combines Indian Ayurveda with a German spa setting. Located in the green surroundings of Bad Bocklet, next to the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park, this hotel offers traditional Ayurvedic programs. Treatments are carried out by a team from India, including an Ayurvedic doctor, therapists, and chefs. The doctor puts together a personal plan, but you can also book individual treatments like herbal infusions, shirodhara, pinda sweda, and abhyanga. The resort is easy to reach by train from Frankfurt. Discover the Ayurveda programs at Kurhaus Hotel Bad Bocklet.
What makes Sen Wellness so unique? It's the combination of authentic Ayurveda, a variety of emotional and spiritual workshops, and its intimate, small-scale setting. The retreat was founded by a renowned Sri Lankan osteopath, who created this peaceful haven in the heart of nature. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Sen Wellness Sanctuary.
Set in a quiet mountain village in Nepal, The Begnas Lake Resort & Villas sits at the foot of the Himalayas with views of the snow-covered Annapurna range. The area is surrounded by rice terraces, a clear mountain lake, orange trees, and lush subtropical plants. It’s a peaceful place to immerse yourself in daily Ayurvedic treatments, with the local culture and natural beauty all around you. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Begnas Lake Resort.
A small, quiet Ayurveda retreat located in the natural inland area of Sri Lanka, right in the heart of the cultural triangle. It offers authentic Ayurvedic treatments, yoga, and breathing practices rooted in traditional healing methods. The resort is built in classic Sri Lankan style, with attention to nature. You follow a tailored Ayurvedic program under doctor’s supervision, in a calm setting. Meals are vegetarian, made with fresh ingredients from the garden, supporting the balance of your dosha. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort.
Located along the rugged coast of Spain’s Costa Brava, the resort combines sea views with a deeply restorative atmosphere. All consultations and treatments are carried out by a skilled team of doctors and therapists from Sri Lanka and India, working in the resort’s own Ayurveda centre. The setting is calm and accessible—you can simply walk from your room to the treatment area in your bathrobe and slippers. Everything is designed for comfort and ease, so you can focus entirely on rest and recovery. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Ayurveda Resort Port Salvi.
A coastal Ayurveda retreat in the south of India. Nikki’s Nest is located near the beach in Kerala, not far from Trivandrum, and offers traditional Ayurvedic programs in a peaceful, tropical setting. The treatments are provided by a professional team of doctors and therapists, with personalised plans based on your dosha. The resort has its own production of herbal oils and uses only natural ingredients. Daily yoga and meditation sessions take place in the open air, with views of the Arabian Sea. You stay in simple, comfortable cottages built in Kerala style. The vegetarian meals are freshly prepared and tailored to your Ayurvedic program. Discover all Ayurveda programs at Nikki's Nest.
This blog is written by Marleen, the founder of PureandCure.com in 2005. She travels around the world in search of the best Health & Wellbeing Hotels, Spas and Retreats and shares her know-how, experiences and observations through her blogs.