Himalayan healing cloister
Guests wear provided organic cotton kurtas and wander peacefully between low-slung pavilions, outdoor meditation platforms, and dense sal forest pathways.
“The whitewashed resort is a stunning minimalist reinterpretation of a maharaja’s palace.”
Where it shines
Exceptional
Bespoke Ayurvedic Panchakarma, Sowa Rigpa Tibetan medicine, Watsu hydrotherapy, and smart biohacking set amid native sal woodland.
Remarkable
Low-slung symmetrical pavilions by Esteva i Esteva Arquitectura feature bamboo ceilings, ash screens, and contemplative Siraj Saxena artworks.
Remarkable
Personalized wellness screenings, tailored dosha dining plans, organic cotton kurta attire, and daily private treatments with every stay.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
wellness is the primary focus. This retreat, in the outskirts of Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, sits at the foot of the Himalayas
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set within 21 forested acres at the Himalayan foothills, the secluded grounds sit ninety minutes from the sacred riverside ceremonies of Rishikesh.
The rooms
Minimalist rooms feature neutral stone finishes, organic bedding, and floor-to-ceiling glass opening onto balconies angled toward the surrounding sal tree canopy.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The spa and pools
Private suites host Ayurveda and Sowa Rigpa bodywork, and a circular indoor pool is dedicated to Watsu hydrotherapy.
Movement and meditation
Outdoor platforms host daily guided yoga sessions, and sound therapy takes place under a sculpted indoor Bodhi tree.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Prescriptive menus align with Ayurvedic doshas, served alongside dishes made with estate-grown herbs and organic local grains.
Conceived by Esteva i Esteva Arquitectura, the 21-acre estate comprises low-slung, symmetrical pavilions seamlessly integrated into a sal woodland.
How it began
Veer Singh established the retreat in 2014 as an ecological haven, enlisting Tibetan medical practitioners directly from the Men-Tsee-Khang institute.
“The 82-room resort features bamboo-clad ceilings, handcrafted art installations, and massive windows overlooking a forest of sal trees, considered sacred in Hindu tradition.”
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
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The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.