Nalanda Retreat – A Sanctuary by the Sea Nestled along the serene shores of Mandrem Beach in North Goa, Nalanda Retreat is a premier wellness destination offering an idyllic setting for yoga retreats, holistic holidays, and rejuvenating experiences. Surrounded by lush palm groves and the calming rhythm of the Arabian Sea, our retreat provides the perfect environment for deep relaxation, personal growth, and mindful living. With over a decade of experience, Nalanda Retreat features six professionally equipped yoga shalas, a tranquil spa, and a beachside restaurant serving nourishing, globally inspired cuisine. Our thoughtfully designed accommodations, ranging from charming beachside rooms to peaceful riverside retreats, ensure a restful and inspiring stay. We specialize in hosting international yoga retreats, teacher trainings, and wellness programs, offering tailored support for teachers and groups. Our all-inclusive packages include private yoga spaces, nourishing meals, marketing support, and seamless on-site coordination, making Nalanda an ideal partner for wellness professionals worldwide. Every aspect of Nalanda Retreat is created with care — from our signature Ayurvedic treatments and cultural activities to our warm, attentive hospitality. Here, guests can reconnect with themselves, embrace nature, and experience the transformative power of conscious living in a uniquely beautiful coastal setting. Nalanda Retreat is a premier wellness resort in Goa, offering beachfront stays, yoga shalas, Ayurvedic therapies, and all-inclusive retreat packages in a serene, professional, and inspiring setting.

Number of beds and their sizes (eg: 2 King beds, 5 Queen beds, etc.)

All the rooms have King beds and few rooms have options of Queen beds & separated one. There are a few rooms which have a King Bed & a Day bed for use.

What makes this property lovable!

Beachside Location – Set on the serene Mandrem Beach, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat environment. Private Yoga Shalas – 6 fully equipped yoga spaces, including aerial and indoor options (15–40 pax capacity). Custom Wellness Packages – Yoga Holidays, Meditation Programs, and Ayurvedic Healing Retreats. Daily Yoga & Meditation – Two yoga sessions and guided meditation practices daily. Nourishing Buffet Meals – Two healthy buffet meals per day served at our beachfront restaurant. Private Accommodation – AC​/​non-AC rooms with ensuite bathrooms, balconies, and comfort-focused amenities. Cultural Experiences – Beach hikes, temple visits, spice farm tours, and fire rituals by the sea. Evening Activities – Kirtans, music nights, satsangs, dance gatherings, and storytelling circles. Optional Healing Sessions – Tarot readings, Ayurvedic consultations, massages, and personal counseling. Women's Wellness Focus (for women’s retreats) – Hormonal balance, stress relief, emotional healing & empowerment circles. Supportive Hosting – Warm assistance from inquiry to check-out, plus free teacher room for 15+ students. Teacher Incentives – 15% off for first-time teachers and €500 flight support (conditions apply). Eco-Resort Amenities – Spa, steam room, Wi-Fi, filtered drinking water, and concierge services.

What parts of the property are accessible to retreat guests?

All the areas are accessible to the Retreat guests

Times of contact in case of any issues?

Anytime they can contact to the Reception or to the Manager in charge

Any special instructions for the retreat guests to be aware of?

Nalanda Retreat is a very simple yet serene property & always keeps the simplicity to make their guests happy and also keep them the feeling of being the wellness resort. Nalanda believes in Eco-friendly processes, therefore plastic water bottles in the rooms are restricted, instead of that glass bottles & RO installed in every corner of the property of the resort for the guest to refill their bottles. Nalanda always believes in simplicity and keep that standard maintained.

Other Cancellation Policy (refer this if "Other" is chosen in Cancellation & Refund Policy section)

Booking A deposit of 35% of your total holiday cost should be paid at the time of booking. The balance must be paid in full, two months before your arrival date to Nalanda Retreat. Full payment is required should your booking be made within two months of arrival. We would like to remind you that all deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. While it is unlikely that we shall have to make changes to holiday bookings or other matters, we reserve the right to do so at any time. We shall inform you as early as we are able to in the event that this is necessary. We reserve the right to resell any rooms if full payment has not been received after the agreed date and any paid deposit will remain non-refundable All prices published on this website are subject to change without prior warning. However, existing bookings will not be affected. Nalanda Retreat reserves the right to offer concessions and last-minute discounts. This does not automatically entitle other guests to the same concessions or discounts before or after bookings have been made. Nalanda Retreat located in Mandrem, North Goa, is a legal entity of Alpa Viram Private Limited. Refund Policy Cancellations made 0 – 30 days before the start date of your holiday will be entitled to a 0% refund. Cancellations made 31 – 60 days before the start date of your holiday will be entitled to a 50% refund. In the unlikely event that Nalanda Retreat is unable to fulfill a yoga holiday booking we will refund 100% of your payment or offer you an alternative arrangement. However Nalanda Retreat will not be accountable for flight costs or other costs incurred outside of the yoga holiday package. Confidentiality and Privacy Policy Here at Nalanda Retreat we stress the importance of our guest's privacy and adhere to high standards of privacy protection. All of our collected guest information is kept either in a secured paper format or an encrypted online storage system. Privy to only reservation or management employees. All payment transactions are completed using a safe and secure international payment gateway either online or via electronic card. We share no guest information with partners affiliated or otherwise and data is purely used for the sole purpose of reservation or future marketing matters concerning Nalanda Retreat. Arrivals and Departures Check-in time is 14.00 hours. However, if your room is available earlier, we will happily check you in before this time. Check-out time is 10.00 hours, but breakfast, luggage storage, and hotel amenities will still be available to you if your departure is later on during the day. Our reception is open from 07.30 hours until 22.00 hours; if you are checking in after these hours, please let us know in advance and book only an in-house taxi. All guests will be required to submit a valid passport and visa for guest registration as per Indian government laws. We strongly recommend that all guests traveling to India have comprehensive travel, cancellation, and medical insurance for the duration of the trip. Please consult your travel or booking agent. All visitors to India require a visa. It is your responsibility to make sure you have applied for and received your travel visa to India before your departure date. Please consult the Indian embassy in your country for more details. Nalanda Retreat will not be liable for any costs incurred due to bookings made before approval of entry into India. We reserve the right to charge for damage or breakages made by you or guests within your group during your stay and after checkout where any damage or breakages have not been reported. We kindly request that all such damage and breakages be reported to us immediately. The terms of payment and the amount may vary depending on your accommodation. During your Stay All rooms are provided a maximum of two keys. Any lost keys will be subject to a 1200 INR replacement fee. We ask that you be mindful of the security of your room keys. You are welcome to leave your key with the reception team for safekeeping whenever you leave the premises. For the safety of all our guests we please request that no outside persons be permitted into Nalanda Retreat without prior consent of the management team (a photo ID will be required). Anybody causing excessive disturbance within the premises will be given a verbal warning, after which they will forfeit their booking at Nalanda Retreat and will not receive a refund. We ask that all guests act appropriately and respectfully during your stay at Nalanda Retreat. Nalanda Retreat has a zero-tolerance policy on any form of physical, verbal, or threatening behavior towards other guests or staff. Guests will be asked to leave the resort immediately without a refund after any such incident. Nalanda Retreat has a strict no-smoking and drinking policy in public areas and bedroo