Six Senses Fort Barwara: Ayurveda cure in the heart of an Indian royal palace


What good news ! Six Senses establishes itself in the land of yoga and Ayurveda, and as always, with great finesse. For his new luxury resortit’s a former fort of the royal family which has been wonderfully renovated. In a magical setting, in the region of Rajasthan, we relax over wellness stays designed from holistic practices and Ayurvedic science. Luxe Wellness Club unveils this exceptional hotel.

In the former fort of the royal family

The highly anticipated Six Senses Fort Barwara is located in northern India, in Rajasthan. It is about 2 hours1/2 drive from Jaipur. Previously owned by the Royal Family of Rajasthan, this ancient Indian fort emerged from the ground in the 14th century. Right next to the famous Chauth Mata Mandir temple and Ranthambore National Park, it is an exceptional place.

A historic building (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

The old palacewhich was that of women, has been arranged as a spa. Its treatments and wellness programs are rooted in Ayurvedic science, originating in India. The other two temples of the fort house the accommodation of the hotel as well as its restaurants.

One of the many swimming pools (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Other spaces, typical of the Six Senses concept, are also wonderfully integrated into this extraordinary site. We find a Earth Lab to support the local ecosystem and community, as well as the hotel’s organic vegetable garden. The hallmark of Six Senses, the Alchemy Bar is also there to make your own care products. The youngest have a space reserved for them to have fun around many indoor and outdoor activities.

A magical setting typical of Rajasthan

A sumptuous bedroom (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Worthy of an Indian palace, the 48 beautifully decorated hotel suites offer an intimate setting with large indoor and outdoor spaces. The typical arches of the region, the moldings on the walls and the patterns of the tapestries recall the traditional Rajasthani style. The woody and pearly tones are nicely dotted with burgundy gradients. While preserving the historic charm of the palacethe famous architecture and interior design firm, Mitchell & Eades, has been able to add contemporary touches to traditional decor.

Private living room of a suite (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Six Senses attaches great importance to the quality of sleep of its guests. standard sound Sleep With Six Sensesdeveloped with Dr. Michael Breus, is found in exceptional bedding. The high-quality mattresses are handcrafted and the elegant bed linen is made from organic cotton.

Spacious and chic bathrooms (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

All rooms are also equipped with yoga mats, so that you can practice this ancestral practice when you get out of bed, in complete privacy.

The spa, an Ayurvedic palace

When it comes to Spas, Six Senses is a benchmark! That of Fort Barwara has multiple top-of-the-range wellness areas, in a magical setting, almost out of time. The play of lights highlights the sublime architecture of the old palace with its immense volumes, the colors of pearly tones, and a very pure atmosphere. We feel soothed just passing the huge arch of the palace.

Spa reception room (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

We appreciate that the resort has its own meditation temple. The practice of yoga also has its dedicated space. At Fort Barwara, as everywhere in India, yoga is practiced in the morning and in the evening. We salute the sun from its first rays and just before its last.

The spa also has two superb swimming pools, one of which is cold water. The alternating temperatures stimulate the lymphatic system and blood circulation, recommended for replenishing energy. Different spaces playing on high temperatures and steam prepare the body for spa treatments. In particular, there are hammams and saunas but also tepidariumswhose heat comes from the floor and the walls, making it uniform throughout the cabin.

Treatment room (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Of course, basing the care and programs well-being on theAyurvedathe spa also has its swedana. It is a typical Ayurvedic facility widely used for all detox therapies. The body is immersed in intense steam, combined with medicinal plants.

You also have access to a sports Hall fully equipped and crossfit outdoor circuit.

Stays with holistic practices

Duo treatment room (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Six Senses wellness programs are based on holistic practices, especially yoga and meditation. Additionally, Six Senses Fort Barwara is heavily inspired by the location, cradle of Ayurvedic science. All the treatments are designed and created with great expertise and respecting ancestral knowledge. The massage techniques are transmitted from generation to generation and the local plants are used for their therapeutic benefits. They are specially selected depending on your dosha (your Ayurvedic constitution), which is a fundamental part of Ayurveda.

Yoga on the roof of the world… (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Over a period of several days, usually a week, we benefit from massages, Ayurvedic treatments, personalized yoga and meditation sessions to achieve a specific goal. Some programs aim toimprove sleepothers focus on the detoxor on a greater vitality. Each guest comes to Fort Barwara for their own reason, and the resort is keen to adapt each of its wellness programs to meet the needs of its guests as closely as possible. This is why each well-being stay is framed by holistic experts of the hotel but also by highly specialized external practitioners.

Organic and healthy Indian cuisine

Herbs directly picked from the garden (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

In the interest of ethics, all Six Senses hotels source their supplies from local producers. This is also the case at Six Senses Fort Barwara. The restaurants serve fresh cuisine, with produce from the hotel’s vegetable garden and surrounding farms. The flavors are directly inspired by the cuisine of the country, always following the fundamentals of Ayurveda. The cycle of the seasons and the six tastes forming the basis of this ancestral science are carefully respected.

The Cortile, one of the restaurants (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

Majestically located in the garden of the fort dating from the 16th century, the main restaurant The Cortile, occupies a central place. It also offers the possibility of having dinner with more privacy in the former observation tower of the fort. His kitchen is a scholar mix of international and Indian influences.

The menu at Rani Bhag includes many classics served by the pool, in front of an open kitchen. At Roohanithose are regional specialties with a magnificent view of the domes of the fortress.

The Cortile (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

If you want a unique and original setting, the hotel also offers to concoct a personalized meal for you to enjoy in the place of your choice within the resort.

Beautiful night atmosphere (Photo: Six Senses Fort Barwara)

To book

Benefit from our expertise on wellness stays and contact us for a personalized quote for Six Senses Fort Barwara.

Information request

Call us for France at + 33 1 77 77 77 77 or for Switzerland: +41 22 777 77 77 to discuss your travel plans.


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