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Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
Sri Lanka

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Situated in the rolling green mountains of Sri Lanka, Santani is an eco-friendly, intimate sanctuary with 16 rooms that has a spiritual and relaxed philosophy to take you back to basics. With a luxurious yet minimalistic approach, every guest’s experience is unique as you become immersed in the power and energy of nature all around you. Santani’s respect for the environment radiates through the variety of healing programmes and design which brings the outdoors in. Rejuvenate by practicing yoga in the open-plan facilities, learn to farm in the paddy fields, or take a traditional cooking class. Your body will be pampered and mind educated, and you will leave with healthy habits and practices allowing you to sustain greater mental, spiritual and physical well-being.

Programmes at Santani Wellness Resort & Spa

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Detox

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Weight Loss

Weight Loss

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Fusion Fitness™

Fusion Fitness™

7 NIGHTS FROM £2,180 pp Other durations available
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Yoga

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Personal Dosha Ayurveda

Personal Dosha Ayurveda

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Mindful Triathlon™

Mindful Triathlon™

7 NIGHTS FROM £2,180 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Re-balancing Bliss

Re-balancing Bliss

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Anti-ageing

Anti-ageing

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Recovery

Recovery

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) Sleep

Sleep

7 NIGHTS FROM £1,755 pp Other durations available
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View Photo(s) De-Addiction

De-Addiction

14 NIGHTS FROM £3,515 pp Other durations available
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Location Overview

Nestled towards the south of Sri Lanka, amongst dense greenery and mountains, is the Santani resort. With lush greenery surrounding the predominantly glass complex, the sanctuary blurs the distinction between indoors and outdoors, encouraging you to be at one with nature as you rest, relax and meditate. This destination is ideal for those seeking to immerse themselves in a natural setting, as the building follows a minimalistic style throughout to encourage calmness.

Dining

Based in the heart of the Sri Lankan mountains, the Executive Chef focuses Santani’s nutritional meals on being locally and naturally sourced. Their menu has a trio of specially designed menus aimed to detoxify your body during your stay. Choose from detox, vegetarian or spa and feel uplifted on your journey to well-being.

Facilities & Services

Facilities

Pavilion with lounge area and bar 
16 m Infinity lap pool 
Full-service spa 
Open-plan yoga pavilion 
Elevated restaurant 
Outdoor seating area with bonfire 
15-seat theatre

Services

Self-serve laundry 
Designated smoking areas 
Parking

Resort Address

Aratenna Estate
Werapitiya
Kandy
00013
Sri Lanka

Good to Know

  • Check-in time starts at 2pm 
  • Check-out time is noon

Accommodation Overview

Santani traditionally names their 20 room accommodations the ‘Ambalamas’ meaning ‘place of rest.’ The contemporary dwellings come in the form of 16 single bedrooms and 2 two-bedroom suites, and were based on the meditation caves in the surrounding mountains. They are stylishly minimalistic yet comfortable. Each room is targeted to detox your brain from distraction, however in-room WiFi is available.

Mountain View Chalet

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Garden View Chalet

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All Rooms Include

  • 2 x Lounge chairs
  • Extra large pillows
  • 100% cotton high-thread count sheets
  • Coffee and tea making facilities
  • Minibar
  • Personal safe
  • Two closets 
  • Mini bar
  • Balcony
  • Two recycled teakwood safari chairs
  • Complimentary bathrobes

Activities

- Jungle boot camp
- Wildlife safaris in Wasgamuwa 
- Explorative hiking 
- River swimming
- Excursions
- Golfing 
- Cooking classes

Wellness Facilities

The Spa

Santani’s spa facilities meet a high level of luxury. The beauty of simplicity is felt throughout the resort especially in the spa which includes a wealth of deluxe rooms where you can receive various treatments as well as make the most of the thermal salt baths, steam room, sauna. Many of the treatment rooms have terraces that look onto paddy fields.

Wellness Approach

Santani’s philosophy centres around becoming one with nature and simplicity to encourage a deeper connection with oneself. Each guest’s experience is a bespoke journey, catering to their needs to accomplish the release of stress and total feeling of restoration. The minimalistic approach of the sanctuary will leave you with clarity of mind and the ability to focus.

Added Value

Exclusive for Health and Fitness Travel guests

  • Private Yoga session (60 min)
  • 20% discount on all additional treatments

Special Offers

- Up to 30% discount on wellness programmes (offer is already reflected in the price)

- Stay 4, pay 3 for stays until 31 March 2021 (book by 31 January 2020)

- Stay 7, pay 5 for stays until 31 March 2021 (book by 31 January 2020)

Our Reviews

  • Adam's Review of Santani Wellness Resort & Spa in Sri Lanka

    Santani Wellness Resort & Spa in Sri Lanka is a success story for the wellness traveller. It’s a boutique wellness retreat offering minimalistic luxury in a nature-rich setting for those seeking healing through quietude, yoga and Ayurveda. Santani is not a strict health retreat and gracefully doesn’t feature a heavily-packed daily schedule. It’s a place that lends back time.

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Highs

  • Santani prides itself on being an eco-friendly retreat
  • It is highly intimate, with only 16 rooms and a back-to-nature décor.
  • Cuisine is locally and naturally sourced, and the menus are designed to detoxify the body.
  • Set in the Sri Lankan mountains, you can enjoy a range of activities such as explorative hikes, jungle boot camps, wildlife safaris and river swimming.
  • The climate is warm all year round, averaging low 30’s between December and March, perfect for getting a bit of winter sun.
  • Whilst simplicity is a running theme throughout the resort, luxury is not compromised.
  • Yoga and meditation is widely encouraged, helping you to develop a deep connection with yourself.
  • An ayurvedic wellness programme is offered at this retreat.

Lows

  • There is no temperature control, so the rooms can get quite cool in the evenings.
  • The resort is a long way from the airport (4.5 hours), and the last 1.5 hours are up winding mountain roads. There is, however, an option for a 40-minute sea plane and 40-minute drive.
  • The retreat currently does not have the license to sell alcohol
  • The retreat is very secluded.

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