FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I choose which resort to stay at from the four Barberyn resorts? (Sands, Reef,Beach,and Waves)

Each resort has a different level of comfort and ambiance with a wide price range tailored to meet your needs. 

Sands – Nestled on a uniquely beautiful peninsula between the Bentota river and the Indian Ocean , Barberyn Sands Ayurveda Resort , is cozy, casual and quiet. Perfect also for shorter stays, it is a wonderful place to begin your Ayurveda journey. 
Reef – Our first Ayurveda resort established more than 50 years ago, Barberyn Reef Ayurveda resort is the pioneering resort to offer Authentic Ayurveda. The calm and serene resort is set on a long stretch of beautiful beachfront and is the original home of Barberyn Ayurveda.  
Beach – Located on a lush green hilltop facing the beautiful Indian ocean, Barberyn Beach Ayurveda resort blends harmoniously with its natural surroundings to let you regenerate and recover in comfort and peace.  
Waves – The newest addition to Barberyn resorts, with exquisite vast healing spaces and landscaped medicinal gardens is located overlooking the mighty Indian Ocean. This luxury resort combines the five elements of the Universe Apo (heat), Thejo (water), Wayo (air), Pruthivi (land) and Akash (sky) in perfect balance to enable the purification, rejuvenation and healing of your body, mind and spirit

What is the minimum stay at one of the Barberyn Resorts?

To obtain the best results of an Ayurveda treatment plan we recommend you stay for a minimum of 2 weeks. However, if you are unable to stay for 2 weeks or you are new to Ayurveda and would like to try it out, we can receive you for one week.

As a beginner to Ayurveda how would the day be like at the resort?

Once you arrive at Barberyn resorts you will have an initial one on one consultation with our qualified Ayurveda doctors who will draw up a personalized treatment plan according to your medical evaluation. The treatment plan would include daily head, face and synchronized body oil treatment (massage with two therapists), herbal bath or herbal steam bath, fresh herbal decoctions, Herbal elixirs, acupuncture. Our doctors will also guide you on the best food practices and what and what not to eat during the treatment plan. Yoga, spiritual activities and short excursions (on some days) will also be a part of your daily activities.  

Can Ayurveda specifically treat my illness?

Ayurveda can be used to treat the symptoms of many diseases as well as to help strengthen your immune system for better health.   

If you have any specific medical condition, the physicians will explain to you how the condition is understood in Ayurveda, its signs and symptoms, the stage of the disease, relieving and aggravating factors, what is beneficial and what is not, and – most importantly – what would be the best line of management of the condition. 

Paralysis, Parkinson’s, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, stress, depression, burn-out, sleep disorders are a few of the illnesses treated at our resorts. Please write to us with your requirement and we will be happy to assist you. 

Can I come to Barberyn if I have no medical problem?

Yes. Ayurveda has a preventive and curative aspect. You can have Ayurveda treatment to maintain and enhance your health through purification and rejuvenation.

Is Ayurveda food different to normal food?

The food is cooked according to the principles of Ayurveda. We avoid using tomatoes, seasoning and artificial flavoring etc.

After the diagnosis of your health status you will be prescribed by the doctors on what to eat and what to avoid for better results of your Ayurveda treatment plan.  

Our Ayurveda kitchen is one of our greatest assets, and the dishes our cooks prepare will surprise and delight you every day of your stay. 

Are there any doctors available at the resort?

Yes, we have a team of resident doctors who are qualified Ayurveda Physicians who work with us.

How is the medicine prepared?

The medicine is prepared using herbs and natural ingredients. While some are produced right at the resorts, most of it is prepared at Barberyn very own Institute of Ayurveda and Alternative Medicine(IAAM). Much of the plants used for medicine are from Barberyns Organic cultivations.  

Do the treatments differ among the different resorts?

No, all treatments are the same at every resort, while the ambiance may differ. Our specialised team of Ayurveda physicians and therapists are qualified and trained to provide the best treatment and care as you embark on your journey towards better health and an improved lifestyle. 

Can I visit Barberyn with a group of friends/relatives/colleagues?

Yes, we do group bookings and if you need to organise a special retreat with your friends/colleagues please write to us. All our guests take Ayurveda treatment for the duration of their stay.

Can I do sight seeing whilst staying at Barberyn?

Yes, we do arrange sightseeing to locations within a short distance to the resort, as it is difficult to travel long distance during the treatment plan. However we can arrange tours and sightseeing to different parts of the country before you start on our Ayurveda treatment. Please write to our reservations with your requirements.

Are there any dietary restrictions at the resorts?

We do not serve meat or alcohol. The doctors will advice you what to eat and what to avoid. Breakfast and lunch are a buffet and dinner is a plated service.

Is there Internet facility at the resorts?

Yes, we have WIFI facility at the resorts.

Can you arrange pick up from the airport and drop off?

Yes, We do arrange transfers from the airport to the resorts and back.  This is a free service we offer our resident guests.

Are their any special offers available?

Yes, you find theme here.

If your question is not answered here, please write to us under info@barberynresorts.com