Indian Wellness Destination Bags Top Honours At The 18th Annual World Luxury Hotel Awards

An Indian wellness destination has become the only organisation to sweep all four categories that it was nominated in at the 18th Annual World Luxury Hotel Awards.Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village in Palakkad, Kerala, is renowned globally for its authentic Ayurveda-based wellness experiences. At the prestigious awards ceremony held in Bali, which recognises excellence across the luxury hospitality industry, the organisation won for Best Luxury Yoga and Wellness Retreat Worldwide, the Best Luxury Wellness Healing Retreat in Asia, the Best Luxury Holistic Retreat in South West Asia and the Best Luxury Ayurveda Spa in South West Asia.Abhilash K. Ramesh, the executive director of the Kairali Ayurvedic Group, said, “I am truly humbled. Our doctors have been committed to healing wellness seekers. Therefore, these awards are a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team. At Kairali, we strive to offer not just a retreat, but a holistic journey that reconnects body, mind and spirit. It is truly an honour to receive global recognition for our efforts in Ayurveda and sustainable luxury."The Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village is among the top 50 wellness destinations in the world. The nearly 70-acre lush estate is built in a resort environment, has a research and training centre with 30 Laurie Baker-inspired modern sustainable cottages designed per vastu shastra principles, and offers guests an immersive experience in Ayurveda with in-house expertise by expert Ayurveda doctors, dieticians and practitioners. Using nearly 150 herbal plant species, Kairali is known for its truly authentic Ayurvedic treatments, personalised care, meditation, yoga, Ayurvedic medicines, farm-to-table dining and natural landscapes.With over two decades of excellence, Kairali continues to attract wellness seekers from around the globe, treating them by balancing the body’s vata, pitta and kapha. These latest accolades underscore the company’s continuous efforts to elevate the guest experience. For Ramesh, "The objective to create such a healing place was to help guests reconnect with themselves while fostering a deep respect for the environment. These awards inspire us to continue innovating while staying true to our Ayurvedic roots."(With inputs from a press release)