The Tatler Best Awards celebrated its second regional edition, expanding its scope across the Asia-Pacific to include new destinations like Australia and New Zealand. Ananda In The Himalayas achieved remarkable recognition at the ceremony, securing two major accolades in the Asia Pacific region:
- TATLER BEST WELLNESS RETREAT 2025
- TATLER BEST 100 HOTELS AWARD 2025
This double win comes at a momentous time for the brand, as Ananda celebrates 25 glorious years of excellence in wellness in 2025.
Recognition from Leadership
Mahesh Natarajan, Chief Operating Officer of Ananda In The Himalayas, commented: “This recognition from Tatler Asia as Best Wellness Retreat reinforces Ananda’s role as a global benchmark for transformative wellness. For over two decades, Ananda has redefined what integrated wellbeing can mean—where Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Emotional Healing, Spiritual Awareness and our award-winning Wellness Cuisine come together to deliver deeply personalized and results-driven experiences. What has made Ananda special is our commitment to bridging timeless tradition with scientific innovation. As the global conversation moves toward longevity, emotional resilience, and mental wellbeing, we see an extraordinary opportunity to lead the creation of new paradigms that blend ancient intelligence with contemporary lifestyle design. This award is a tribute to every wellness expert, therapist, teacher, and chef who shapes the Ananda experience every day, creating a sanctuary where guests don’t just find rest—but rediscover the art of living in complete balance.”
Celebration of Excellence
“Tonight reflects what Tatler Best is all about–bringing together the people, stories and passions that define excellence across our region,” said Michel Lamunière, Chairman and CEO of Tatler Asia. “It’s a celebration not just of the winners, but of the community that continues to inspire creativity and innovation in hospitality and we’re excited to see where this journey takes us next.”
Distinguished Attendees
Distinguished attendees included Tunku Jamie Nadzimuddin of Malaysia’s royal family, HRH Sarimah Ibrahim and Awal Ashaari from Malaysia, and Mond Gutierrez from the Philippines, whose presence added to the evening’s international profile.
