A reflective pause where presence becomes the true destination.
With architectural minimalism, organic materials, and nature-integrated design, VILEEN blends the beauty of silence with the intention of slow living. Whether you rise with the sun for guided breathwork, journal by the riverside deck, or simply sit in stillness beneath the stars, this is a place where doing fades—and being begins.
LOCATION:
- Distance from Dehradun Airport: ~25 km (approx. 1-hour drive)
- Setting: Perched gently above the Ganga near Rishikesh, in a secluded area removed from the tourist bustle
- Surroundings: Forested slopes, riverbanks, Himalayan light, and the grounding energy of sacred soil
ACCOMMODATION:
- VILEEN offers a limited number of thoughtfully designed suites and sanctuaries that reflect purity, peace, and subtle elegance.
- Tranquil River Suites: Overlooking the Ganga, with large windows, private sit-outs, and ambient lighting to mirror the inner calm
- Earth-Crafted Cottages: Built with sustainable materials, these cottages offer tactile warmth, natural textures, and grounding energy
- Minimalist Meditation Rooms: Designed for solo travelers or spiritual aspirants—simple, serene, and distraction-free
- All rooms include handwoven bedding, stone-and-wood interiors, herbal bath amenities, writing desks, and curated silence.
DINING EXPERIENCES:
- The Conscious Table – Plant-forward, sattvic meals created with seasonal, organic ingredients—served in a mindful dining space with no rush, no noise
- Tea & Reflection Lounge – Sip from a curated tea bar with blends for balance, digestion, clarity, or calm—perfect for post-practice stillness
- Private Dining Nooks – Experience quiet, candle-lit meals in hidden corners of the retreat, or under moonlight by the river
EXPERIENCES & PRACTICES:
- Daily Yoga & Pranayama – Gentle Hatha and Yin sessions in the open pavilion or sunrise deck
- Meditation Journeys – Vipassana-inspired stillness, candle gazing, or guided visualizations for deeper self-awareness
- Ganga Rituals – Private access to the river for silent dips, blessing rituals, or self-guided reflection
- Digital Detox Program – Optional device-free stays with reading, journaling, nature walks, and contemplative dialogue
- Art & Silence Workshops – Pottery, mindful sketching, or poetry in a non-judgmental, process-focused space
- Ayurvedic Therapies – Dosha-specific treatments, herbal oil massages, and energy cleansing rituals by experienced therapists
- Sacred Excursions – Visits to Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Vashishta Cave, and hidden ghats, curated for spiritual resonance
- Evening Stillness – Fire meditations, soulful acoustic music, or simply the echo of the river beneath a starlit sky