Six Senses Vana
Wellness hotel · Dehradun ·
Ayurveda, Tibetan healing, yoga, spa, farm-to-table cuisine
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Mussoorie Rd, Malsi, Dehradun, Sinaula, Uttarakhand 248009, India Get directions
Ayurveda, Tibetan healing, yoga, spa, farm-to-table cuisine
Mussoorie Rd, Malsi, Dehradun, Sinaula, Uttarakhand 248009, India Get directions
"A forest-fringed Himalayan retreat that fuses Ayurvedic, Tibetan and Chinese medical traditions with modern spa rituals to provide bespoke programs tailored by an on-site Ayurvedic doctor. The 82-room property emphasizes sacred local flora and handcrafted design elements, offers treatments from gold-leaf facials to compression therapy, and enforces mindful on-property customs such as limited phone use while providing organic cotton kurta pajamas to guests." - Devorah Lev-Tov
"Set in the foothills of the Himalayas near Dehradun, this holistic retreat blends Ayurveda‑inspired treatments with Tibetan healing rituals, immersive yoga programs and bespoke wellness journeys; the serene spa and plant‑forward gourmet cuisine are central to the experience. It is heavily focused on wellness and designed for guests seeking deep, programmatic health immersion. Practical details: about 20 miles from Jolly Grant Airport (DED), gratuities included, family‑friendly, Wi‑Fi included, starting rates from $1,000." - Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger Meagan Drillinger left New York City for a life on the road. She has spent the majority of her career traveling and living in Mexico, and is passionate about seeing destinations in a slow-paced, immersive manner. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"On the outskirts of Dehradun at the Himalayan foothills, this wellbeing retreat anchors stays around detox, yoga, and Ayurvedic or Tibetan medicine. While there’s no on‑site hot spring, the Watsu treatment provides a distinctive water‑based experience enhanced by the soothing vibrations of singing bowls and shiatsu stretching techniques, and a 30‑minute drive leads to Sahastradhara’s waterfalls, caves, and healing springs for a traditional soak." - Faye Bradley
"Set on 21 shaded acres in the Himalayan foothills, this wellness destination blends Ayurveda, Tibetan healing, yoga and other therapies into tailored programs created by an on-site doctor; facilities supporting the inward journey include a meditation cave, a reflection garden, a spiritual study library and a temple for puja. The sand-colored, LEED Platinum buildings are modern and art-filled, and two on-site restaurants serve organic, locally sourced cuisine with options for vegetarian, non-vegetarian and vegan guests, while a light-filled eatery offers menus matched to Ayurvedic doshas." - Teresa Bergen Teresa Bergen Teresa Bergen is a Portland, Oregon-based travel writer. She specializes in wellness, outdoors, and vegan and sober travel. Teresa is the author of “Easy Portland Outdoors” and the co-author of “Historic Cemeteries of Portland, Oregon.” Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Six Senses Vana is a wellness retreat located in a native Sal forest near Mussoorie in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. The retreat offers personalized wellness programs based on Ayurvedic and Sowa Rigpa (Tibetan traditional medicine) philosophies. Guests undergo a wellness assessment upon arrival to create a custom itinerary that includes treatments such as massages, acupuncture, meditation, and sound healing. The property emphasizes sustainability, using local and seasonal ingredients in their meals and supporting community initiatives. Accommodations include rooms and suites designed by Esteva i Esteva, featuring natural materials and views of the forest or gardens. The resort provides various activities, including yoga, meditation, fitness classes, and excursions. Families can also participate in wellness through the upcoming Kids Club. The property prioritizes eco-initiatives, including a water filtration plant and support for local conservation projects." - Devorah Lev-Tov Devorah Lev-Tov Devorah Lev-Tov has been a travel, food, and drinks journalist for more than a decade, with bylines in publications like The New York Times, Vogue, and Bon Appétit, in addition to Trave