Browns Hotels & Resorts has redefined luxury wellness tourism with the unveiling of the stunning Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. The grand opening on June 6th marked a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka’s wellness tourism scene. Situated amidst 54 acres of pristine natural beauty, Ayugiri boasts 22 exclusive suites and is the country’s only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort offering plunge pools in every room, setting it apart as a truly unique destination.
The resort’s grand opening was a mesmerizing event, with guests enthralled by the enchanting melodies of flutists and violinists echoing through Sigiriya’s lush surroundings. Traditional drummers and dancers filled the air with vibrant energy as Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo. The occasion was graced by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts, as well as officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings, and Browns Group, making it a truly memorable celebration.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya, inspired by the lotus flower and the graceful queens of the Sigiriya frescoes, offers guests a journey of purity and rejuvenation. This haven harmonizes the balance of mind, body, and spirit, embodying nature’s essence, cultural echoes, and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom.
Guests at Ayugiri can explore detox paths, meander along butterfly trails, and relax in tree huts or natural yoga and meditation spots, immersing themselves in a serene experience amidst nature’s embrace.
Dr. Kema Priyadarshani, Ayugiri’s Resident Doctor and former Director of the Ayurveda Research Hospital and Ayurveda Teaching Hospital in Sri Lanka, brings over four decades of expertise. Ayuwása, the resort’s Ayurveda Treatment Centre, offers personalized treatments in consultation rooms, treatment chambers, herbal baths, steam and sauna facilities, and an authentic Beheth Oruwa.
Ayugiri’s Swastha packages, meaning health and balance in Sanskrit, provide personalized journeys to restore the equilibrium of the Three Doshas in each guest. Guided by expert practitioners, these authentic Ayurveda healing experiences include herbal remedies, Ayurvedic treatments, dietary guidance, yoga, and meditation. Through personalized consultations and diagnostic assessments, Ayugiri crafts a roadmap to revive vitality and harmony in each guest’s life.
As part of Browns Hotels & Resorts, Ayugiri joins a distinguished portfolio of properties including Thaala Bentota, Club Hotel Dolphin Negombo, The Calm Resort and Spa Pasikuda, Hotel Sigiriya, Dickwella Resort and Spa, luxury boutique villas under Reveal the Collection, and associate hotels Sheraton Kosgoda, Occidental Paradise Dambulla, and Occidental Eden Beruwala. Ayugiri adds to Browns Hotels & Resorts’ legacy of excellence in wellness tourism, meeting the high demand in the global tourism industry for transformative, holistic experiences.