Chamundi Hill Palace Ayurveda Treatment Centre — Local services in Kerala

A Transformative Experience in the Heart of Kerala's Forests

Nestled in the lush forests of Kerala, this Ayurvedic and yoga retreat offers a truly transformative experience. From the moment you arrive, you're enveloped in a serene atmosphere that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Highlights: Stunning Location: Set in a thick forest, the retreat boasts the most beautiful and peaceful surroundings. Exceptional Staff: The manager Jibu, Dr Sheila and the entire team are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive to individual needs. Superb Cuisine: The chef, Sujeet, creates authentic, delicious vegan/vegetarian dishes that are a treat for the taste buds. Relaxing Treatments: The Ayurvedic massages and treatments are deeply relaxing and rejuvenating. Excellent Yoga teacher 'Thomas': The yoga and meditation sessions are truly outstanding, offering opportunities to learn new techniques and deepen your practice.

The Experience: The retreat offers a personalized, tailored experience that caters to individual preferences. The owner, a gracious and wonderful lady, along with the doctor and most staff, stay on-premises, creating a homely atmosphere that feels more like visiting a family friend than a hotel. The place has an authentic, old-fashioned charm and the rooms although basic are clean and spacious. The yoga and meditation sessions were the highlight for me. I enjoyed learning new techniques, being challenged in my practice, and exploring new asanas, pranayama, and guided meditations. The Ayurvedic treatments, while initially unfamiliar to me, were adapted based on my feedback. There were variations in the style of masseurs, and some staff members struggled with English. However, management is responsive to feedback and worked to address any concerns immediately. The staff were always willing to modify approaches, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring guest comfort and satisfaction.

Final Thoughts: This retreat provided exactly the break I needed. The peaceful location, combined with excellent yoga sessions, delicious food, and caring staff, created an unforgettable experience. I had the unique opportunity to experienced Onam, Kerala's most popular annual festival. This retreat is perfect for those seeking a genuine Ayurvedic experience in a serene setting. It's an ideal place to disconnect, rejuvenate, and deepen your yoga practice. I will definitely visit again and highly recommend it to others looking for a transformative...

I was initially apprehensive about going to Chamundi Hill Palace as I knew absolutely nothing about it prior to going. I had arrived at a different Ayurvedic centre which I was unhappy about, and on the spur of the moment, I contacted an acquaintance who told me about Chamundi Hill Palace. Sceptical, I got into the car not knowing exactly what I was getting myself into.

I now write this on my 21st day here at Chamundi Hill Palace, and I can say that coming here was such a blessing.

Where do I start? Firstly, the location is absolutely scenic with breathtaking views. I walked in the jungle pathways almost every day, and my favourite spot was a vantage point on the centre’s property, that overlooks endless vegetation. It was the perfect place for quiet reflection and for admiring the striking beauty of it all.

Team: The staff was so kind and helpful, and they ensured that every need of mine was met, including random requests I had outside of Ayurveda, pertaining to clothing shopping and other things I needed from outside. I was only ever met with a smile and a willingness to assist. Jibu, the manager, was quick to respond to my messages and queries, and also helped me coordinate my subsequent destination. Dr. Sheela checked in on me daily, and we had many chats about Ayurveda and also about topics unrelated to Ayurveda. The ladies assisting me daily were so sweet and amiable, and I will miss them when I leave!

Food: Much of the food is actually grown on the property and I was presented with various delicious South Indian vegetarian dishes. If I had a specific request, I was given that too.

Safety: Initially I was a bit nervous about safety, being a solo woman, but this area as well as the centre itself is extremely safe.

Room: The room is cleaned every day and all spaces in the building are kept extremely clean

Treatment: I was given two massage treatments of varying kinds, daily, administered medications, and given other treatments related to the panchakarma protocol. I came mainly for an eczema issue, and my skin has much improved, since my arrival three weeks ago.

Overall it was a rejuvenating experience, and I hope to...

Thank you for making my second visit to Chamundi Hill Palace even more memorable than the first. I am in awe of the dedication and kindness of everyone there. The Ayurveda treatments that are so carefully adjusted to suit everyone's needs are carried out with precision, and always with a smile, by the excellent Ayurveda assistants (two per guest). If something does happen to go awry, there is always someone close at hand to find a solution. Criticism and suggestions are openly invited. The yoga teacher has great knowledge and techniques that allow all the guests to participate whatever their level, age or ability. Please can I borrow the cook for a few weeks?! I love all the meals, which are varied and of excellent quality. Most of the spices, fruits and vegetables come directly from the delightful garden that we were shown around. You can taste the difference. The hilltop setting provides magnificent views. But it's not only all that makes Chamundi Hill Palace so very special, it's the family atmosphere that Jibu, Dr. Sheela and all the team create and the effort they all put in to make sure that the guests are comfortable and enjoying their stay. Every request is fulfilled if possible. I feel rejuvenated and replenished! Looking forward very much to...