Therapies

Body massage

Whole body massage is always given with different types of oil depending on the bode type i.e. vata, pitta, kapha or a combination. The massage can be performed with a combination of strokes including tapping, kneading, rubbing and squeezing. It was very beneficial for general rejuvenation, skin and musculoskeletal conditioning or problems such as obesity, body aches and pain. Sharpen memory, reduce body fate, improves skin tone and enable peaceful sleep.

Piccichil

A very special form of massage that involves the continuous dripping of lukewarm medicated oil onto the body of the patient from pieces of cloth dipped in oil, as the masseur massages the body with gentle strokes. It must be done under medical supervision. Piccichil is normally prescribed for gentle health and rejuvenation, as well as rheumatic condition and paralysis.

Netra Basti

Washing the eye with medicated oils. It is an ancient treatment from India to relieve the tensions that are trapped in the eye socket that can result in poor eyesight, pain, fatigue and that sunken swallow look. Traditionally this treatment is used to improve eyesight and nourish the nervous system via the eyeball as it connects directly to the eyes, soothes away wrinkles, enhances color and depth perception, creates a sense of ease and acceptance and promotes a deep feeling of contentment.

Panchakarma

It is the Sanskrit word for the five purificatory therapies used in Ayurveda. These procedures have great importance in the Ayurvedic systems of medicine and are applied in almost all diseases. Another word for Panchakarma is detoxification, an element of many modern therapies.

Accommodation

Deluxe Bungalows

Uniquely designed to depict ancient Sri Lankan architectural heritage, our Deluxe Rooms are single story chalets with direct panoramic views of the beautiful blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Built entirely with natural material such as clay, Kabok (traditional Bricks), Granite, Batik bricks, and Medicinal wood each chalet tells a story on how these designs are closely linked with nature.

Spacious living areas allow abundant natural light, cooling high ceilings and a cosy sitting area with a sofa to lounge in and sip a famous cup of Ceylon Tea is also yours to enjoy. The tranquil atmosphere and a soothing sea breeze will ease your tension as you relax on the spacious resting terrace, taking in spectacular sunsets over the sea in the evening.

All the modern amenities are yours too. Air-conditioning and overhead fan, a private bar, tea/coffee making facility, a hidden safe, IDD telephone, Satellite TV with a home theatre system, for instance. The beautiful bathroom contains a spacious two person bath tub with hot and cold water, a rain shower and hair dryer. All our products 100% natural, made using herbal ingredients to traditional Ayurvedic prescriptions.

List of facilities:

Air conditioning and fan, Mini bar, Tea/coffee maker, sitting area, Luxurious bathrooms with rain shower, bath tub and hot & cold water, IDD telephone, Electronic safe, LCD TV with satellite channels, DVD player, Hair dryer.

Superior Balcony

These spacious rooms offer wide views overlooking the lush green gardens of the hotel and the expanse of the swimming pool with the ocean beyond. Tastefully designed with high ceilings to keep it airy and cool, traditional motifs and material such as medicinal wood are used to recall the charms of yesteryear. The balcony has ample room to relax on the easy chairs and admire the view – alone, or with your loved ones.

The cosy bathroom contains a bath tub with hot and cold water, a rain shower and a hair dryer. All our products 100% natural, made using herbal ingredients to traditional Ayurvedic prescriptions.

All the modern amenities are yours, too. Air-conditioning and overhead fan, a private bar if desired, tea/coffee making facility, a hidden safe, IDD telephone, Satellite TV with a home theatre system, for instance.

List of facilities:

Air conditioning and fan, Mini bar, Tea/coffee maker, Sitting area, Luxurious bathrooms with rain shower, bath tub and hot & cold water, IDD telephone, Electronic safe, LCD TV with satellite channels, DVD player, Hair dryer.

Superior Terrace

Refurbished in August 2011 to a minimalist concept featuring Sri Lankan Teak wood, these rooms provide a panoramic view of the beautifully designed pool. Surrounded by lush grass, colossal coconut trees, medicinal plants and tropical flowering plants, the pool area captures the beauty and simplicity of the Sri Lankan tropical landscape – a view that is yours to enjoy from your private terrace.

All light and space the living areas have high ceiling to keep them cool and a cosy sitting area with a sofa to relax in comfort too. The whole ambience is calm and relaxing giving you a sense of perfect peace.

The beautiful bathroom contains a spacious two person bath tub with hot and cold water, an outside rain shower and hair dryer. All our products 100% natural, made using herbal ingredients to traditional Ayurvedic prescriptions.

All the modern amenities are yours too. Air-conditioning and overhead fan, a private barif desired, tea/coffee making facility, a hidden safe, IDD telephone, Satellite TV with a home theatre system, for instance.

List of facilities:

Air conditioning and fan, Mini bar, Tea/coffee maker, Sitting area, Luxurious bathrooms with rain shower, bath tub and hot & cold water, IDD telephone, Electronic safe, LCD TV with satellite channels, DVD player, Hair dryer.

Restaurant

According to Ayurveda, Stomach – Agni is the energy centre and creates all the energy needed for daily functioning of ones body. Therefore, selecting a suitable Ayurvedic diet will help to balance the Three-dosha, maintain sense of well-being, preventing and assist in fighting ailments.

Taste of foods is critical as it affects the dosha. There is six tastes recognised by Ayurveda: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Pungent, Bitter, and Astringent. The taste of an herb is directly responsible for much of its therapeutic values.

Our experienced cooking staff takes all these Ayurvedic guidelines into consideration and with constant consultation with Ayurveda Doctors, prepares delicious Ayurvedic entrées that are creations on their own with fresh garden vegetables bought from the neighbouring villages and fresh seafood caught from the sea.

In addition, the resort serves a variety of International entrées to suit the palette of our international clients. In 2003, The Culinary Art Contest organised by the Chef’s Guild of Sri Lanka, Siddhalepa won many Gold and Silver medals for our Vegetarian entrées and became the first Ayurveda Resort in Sri Lanka to win a Gold Medal for any category. Thus, we have a reputation of serving the Best food that any hotel in Sri Lanka offers.

Siddhalepa, with its centuries of Ayurveda heritage, has created over forty varieties of Ayurvedic Elixirs providing benefits many body functions are available at the restaurant. The healing powers of these Arishta are well documented in the Ayurvedic texts and are enshrined into the Sri Lankan culture. In addition, everyone is welcome to try the Ayurveda Tea Cart, located in the lobby. There are eight varieties Ayurvedic tea which full of healing properties, are totally natural and caffeine free.