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Nalanda Retreat
Komfort

No. 3
Yoga · India
4.4 / 5.0 Very good
7 reviews
100% would recommend

A sustainable yoga and Ayurveda retreat, with the aim of gently guiding you on your journey towards self-healing. As the name “Nalanda”, Sanskrit for “giver of knowledge”, suggests, the teachings of yoga and Ayurveda, along with a holistic way of life, are practised and shared here.

Most popular facilities

Pool
By the sea
Sustainable hotel
Ideal for solo travellers
Ayurveda doctor
Ayurvedic cuisine – dosha-appropriate
Ayurvedic cuisine
Wi-Fi
Yoga

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Nalanda Retreat in detail

Hotel

Nalanda Retreat is located right on Mandrem Beach in Goa, surrounded by lush gardens and the blue waters of the Arabian Sea. “Nalanda” is an ancient Indian word meaning “giver of knowledge”. Spirituality and a healthy, holistic way of life are central here, and the teachings of yoga and Ayurveda are passed on. Guests will find a place for reflection and mindfulness.

Location & Surroundings

The coastal village of Mandrem is on India’s central west coast, in the state of Goa. With its climate and harmonious pace of life, shaped by a sense of balance and calm, the region is well suited to restorative yoga sessions and Ayurveda treatments. Those seeking relaxation will find a peaceful place here, inviting them to turn inwards.

Food & Drink

Chia Lounge is located on the beach and offers beautiful sea views. Fresh vegetarian dishes are served daily from the buffet and à la carte. Ayurveda guests are offered meals suited to their dosha, in line with the Ayurveda doctor’s recommendations. Salads, juices and smoothies are also available. Vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available on request.

Wellness & Spa

There are four yoga shalas, three on the seaside with sea or garden views, and one inland overlooking the green hills and forests. Around 10 experienced, qualified yoga teachers guide you expertly through the classes, which include a range of styles such as Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Iyengar, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra and meditation. Beginners and more experienced practitioners are welcome in all classes. Private yoga sessions are available for a fee (approx. €30 per hour), payable on site.

Health & Cures

At the seaward-facing spa, you will be cared for by 2 Ayurveda doctors and around 6 therapists across 3 treatment rooms. Your dosha is determined during the initial consultation. The Ayurveda doctor will then set out your Ayurveda treatments, along with an individual treatment and nutrition plan. The treatments on offer include Ayurvedic and holistic options, such as Thai and Shiatsu massage, as well as therapeutic treatments such as hypnotherapy and Reiki.

Leisure

Two outdoor pools, one on the seaside and one inland, are furnished with loungers and invite you to relax. The sea and its wide sandy beach are just a short walk away, making them ideal for long walks. There are plenty of excursions available in and around Goa (for an additional charge), such as a trip to the biodiverse Mahavir National Park (approx. 91 km) or Nangeshi Temple (approx. 56 km), one of the best-known pilgrimage sites. Evening entertainment varies and may include kirtan and chanting, cookery or mandala classes, and live music.

Getting there

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Hotel rooms at a glance

43 rooms in Goan-Portuguese style, spread across 6 buildings on the seaside or riverside. On the seaside, there are 10 Beachside Classic rooms (approx. 32-40 sqm) and 6 Beachside Heritage rooms (approx. 45 sqm). A further 100 metres away, surrounded by greenery near the river, are 12 Hillside Classic rooms (approx. 32-40 sqm), 7 Hillside Heritage rooms (approx. 45 sqm) and 6 Hillside Royal rooms.

All rooms have a bath or shower/WC, balcony, ceiling fan, air conditioning, tea and coffee-making facilities, safe, hairdryer and Wi-Fi. Depending on their location, they are a 1-2-minute walk from the sea. Irons are available on request. The rooms are deliberately TV-free. Single rooms are double rooms for sole use.

Customer reviews for Nalanda Retreat

7 verified reviews by travellersOnly customers who have travelled with us are allowed to leave a review

4.4 Very good  

100% recommend this hotel

4.4
Hotel
4.4
Service
4.3
Treatments
4.9
Food
3.7
Wellness area
7 results
Bis auf einige Mängel in der Unterkunft fantastsich

Sigrid P.

February 2026

With friends | 60–69 | 4–8 days

Das Nalanda Retreat kenne ich seite einigen Jahren und reise dort immer wieder gerne hin, da ich die Lage, das Essen und vor allem den Yogaunterricht sehr gut finde. Die Anlage ist für meinen Geschmack zu groß geworden und der Zustand und die Sauberkeit der Zimmer lassen teilweise zu wünschen übrig.

Ich habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt und Yoga und Ayurveda genossen

Katja H.

February 2026

Travelling alone | 50–59 | 4–8 days

Ich bin das erste Mal alleine nach Indien gereist und das war mit Fit Reisen und im Nalanda Beach Resort überhaupt kein Problem. Alles hat prima geklappt, inklusive der Transfers. Yoga gab es 2 x täglich 90 min in den schönen Shalas in dem Resort, man konnte weitere individuelle Stunden buchen, wenn man wollte. Das Niveau der Lehrer ist recht hoch, es gab aber immer Alternativen für alle Könnensstufen. Ich habe Ayurvedabehandlungen gebucht, die auch gut waren, allerdings hätte ich mir im Vorfeld eine bessere Beratung gewünscht. So wußte ich beispielsweise nicht, dass man nach einer Ayurveda Behandlung ruhen sollte und weder ins Meer springen, noch Yoga machen sollte. Aber gut, ich habe mich dann selbst schlau gemacht und meinen Tagesrhythmus entsprechend angepasst. Die Lage des Resorts ist ganz schön, eben direkt am Meer, je nachdem welches Zimmer man gebucht hat. Ich war direkt am Meer, die Zimmer waren einfach, wurden aber auf Wunsch schnell und gründlich gereinigt. Ich habe mich dort sehr wohl gefühlt. Es sind alle sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich bei allen Fragen. Da ich jetzt weiß, was man für ein Taxi zum Flughafen zahlt (etwa 8 - 10 Euro), würde ich den Transfer nicht noch einmal über Fit Reisen buchen, der mich pro Transfer 90 Euro gekostet hat. Jetzt bin ich schlauer. Ich schaue auch darüber hinweg, dass einer der Shareholder des Hotels mit im Taxi saß, dem ich quasi die Fahrt finanziert habe. Wäre halt in Ordnung gewesen, ich wäre gefragt worden, ich hätte sicher nicht nein gesagt. Die Chia Bar fand ich sehr schön - direkt am Meer gelegen - und das Essen vom Buffet als auch á la Carte super. Insgesamt eine sehr schöne Location, zu der ich auch wieder kommen würde. Vielleicht nicht nochmal mit ayurvedischem Schwerpunkt, sondern eher für Yoga.

Reise war erholsam, ruhig und mit leckerem vegetarischem Essen.

Enno B.

April 2025

As a couple | 50–59 | 17–23 days

Gute Lage, familiär, tolles Essen. 2 Yogaeinheiten täglich. Ort Recht ruhig, Arambol fußläufig erreichbar. Sehr nette Hotelmitarbeiter.

Location

Nalanda Retreat
India, Goa, Mandrem
Goa Mopa Airport (GOX)
approx. 31 km / 47 min
Goa International Airport (GOI)
approx. 61 km / 97 min

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