Pathik Resort - Reviews - Mukteshwar

Ananda in the Himalayas-A Destination Spa is located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the birthplace of India's ancient arts of Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda. Once the residence of Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal, Ananda is dedicated to today's traveler, who is looking for innovative ways to restore and rejuvenate his energies. Ananda Spa is a 21,000-square-foot venue with an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary...(see more) Western spa approach. The spa experience strives to achieve the ultimate harmony between the physical and the mental realms of the individual. The gastronomic experience at the restaurant offers a delectable spa cuisine menu, in addition to an unbeatable fare of Indian, European, and Asian. The restaurant is built in a grove of old Sal trees overlooking the valley of Rishikesh. Ananda offers 70 deluxe rooms, five suites, and three villas, each with an unparalleled view of the river Ganges, the town of Rishikesh, or the Palace. Rooms are infused with natural Himalayan light, designed to imbibe the feel of the mountains, and feature wooden floors, walk-in closets, and well-lit marble bathrooms with sunken bathtubs. Encounter an array of outdoor adventure activities and thrilling explorations into the Himalayas, Ganges, and surrounding National Parks. At 260 kilometers north of New Delhi, Ananda is easily accessible by road, rail, and air: a 45-minute flight from Jolly Grant Airport, a four-hour train journey from Delhi to Haridwar station, or a nine-hour drive from New Delhi to Ananda.