Shreyas

Shreyas, Bangalore, India

Our rating: First Class

This lovely small hotel set in 25 acres of beautiful grounds is only a hour and a half from Bangalore airport. There are eight tents (solid walls with a tented canopy over) and a three bed roomed cottage. Although the main emphasis is on yoga, there are plenty of other activities for guests including working on an organic farm and cooking lessons. Two yoga classes a day are held at all levels with 70-80% of guests being beginners.

Also on offer are Ayurvedic treatments, Balinese and Thai massage, weight-loss packages and there is a lovely pool, gym and jacuzzi. The hotel serves only vegetarian food, all of which is delicious and grown organically on the farm, and no alcohol. Lessons on organic gardening are also available. The emphasis is on wellness and relaxation so you should return from your trip feeling rejuvenated, relaxed, and ready to face the outside world!