Five Post Diwali Getaways to Recharge Yourself Until the Wedding Season Arrives

Let's be honest, the days running up to Diwali can be exhausting. Our sleep cycles go for a toss, we socialise and are binging on food that feels good in the moment but comes with its own set of issues days later. And with so many parties, sweets, and meeting loved ones...a short getaway away from the chaos and crowd is an idea we don't mind. Think wellness spas and mindful programs to unwind or even rejuvenating views that calm your senses, and food that nourishes just as much as it delights. And before we dive deep into the wedding season, spending quiet moments in nature to pause briefly until you get back to the grind again will help you have more fun later! These secluded, luxurious stays are perfect for lazy mornings and relishing the quiet hum of nature. After all, true festive spirit starts with rest.

The Best Post-Diwali Getaways for Rejuvenation

The Raffles, Udaipur

There is nothing like an escape that features 'grammable sunsets and expansive views. Turn to Raffles, Udaipur, for days when you just want to leave everything behind and enjoy restful days. Set on a private 21-acre island fringed by the Aravalli Hills, wellness here is more than just a retreat from life.

Turn to open-air yoga as the sun rises over the lake, or unwind at their spa, which offers time-honoured therapies and modern techniques blended to restore balance. Also, there is a dedicated 'well-being butler' to offer food that aligns with your body, mind, and spirit. For anyone who wants movement during the retreat, they have tree-lined paths to enjoy cycling and even arrangements to go kayaking on the lake. We also recommend you trek to the 400-year-old Mahadev Temple.

The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

Turn to ASMI by Oberoi at The Oberoi Udaivilas. A thoughtful wellness programme that helps you reconnect with yourself. Designed to realign and recalibrate your energy and inner calm, we highly recommend their ASMI Reset programme that combines gentle movement with curated body therapies, and nourishing cuisine to help you feel like yourself again. There is also the ASMI Renew programme, which blends breath work and guided meditation to ensure sustained vitality.

Overlooking Lake Pichola, you'll love the slow mornings, which begin with yoga, along with nourishing meals that help you realign your lifestyle. This programme by the property is not just an escape, but a gentle return to the balance you seek after the celebrations are over.

Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt

If you are short on time but still eager to unwind, turn to the spa at Andaz, Delhi. A short drive from Indira Gandhi International Airport, Andaz Delhi by Hyatt offers travellers an unexpected sanctuary amidst the capital. The property's spa offers bespoke treatments designed for those short on time yet in need of deep restoration.

Manifest recommends: The synchronised four-hand massage, which delivers profound relaxation as two therapists work in harmony to ease fatigue and stimulate circulation. Meanwhile, the traditional Abhyangam, a full-body Ayurvedic ritual with warm herbal oils, promotes detoxification, restful sleep, and a quiet sense of renewal. Lastly, their Chakra Healing programme helps you feel centred by clearing energy blockages and rebalancing the body’s seven chakras through intuitive massage, aromatic oils, and healing crystals.

The Claridges Nabha Residence

Set amid cedar and oak forests, The Claridges Nabha Residence in Mussoorie offers an elegant post-season retreat. Once the summer palace of the Maharaja of Nabha, the property blends royal charm with contemporary wellness and quiet seclusion.

At its centre, Cinqtuair Spa restores balance through therapies such as Hot Stone Massage, Moisturising Candle Massage, and traditional Abhyangam — each designed to rejuvenate body and mind. Guided yoga sessions and calming facials complement the experience, creating a holistic rhythm of rest and renewal.

With 22 rooms, The Pavilion Restaurant, and The Victorian Bar, the residence exudes intimacy and warmth. For those seeking a post-Diwali detox or a tranquil escape in nature, it offers the ideal setting to pause, breathe, and begin anew in the Himalayan calm.

The Kumaon

Here, time stretches, breath deepens, and simplicity becomes its own form of luxury. Perched near the historic Kasar Devi ridge, The Kumaon has long attracted seekers and creatives drawn to its quiet energy. Rooted in the idea of "well-being over wellness", the retreat offers a rare sense of stillness, inviting guests to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience restoration in its purest form.

Surrounded by wildflowers, whispering pines, and sweeping views of the Nanda Devi and Panchachuli ranges, guests can forage with the chef in the organic garden, watch the stars emerge from the mountain sky, or simply linger on their private decks, wrapped in silence.