The Kumaon

Discreet mountain retreat in the heart of the Himalaya

The Kumaon

Discreet mountain retreat in the heart of the Himalaya

OUR STORY

Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, on a ridge in the shadow of the sacred Nanda Devi Range, The Kumaon offers a private mountain retreat for those seeking to experience the rich natural and cultural heritage of the area. Home to native forests, hidden waterfalls and terraced farms; the Kumaon region forms part of the historic route connecting India to Tibet. Inhabiting rustic villages dotted with mediaeval stone temples, the Kumaoni people practice a unique culture untouched by modernity.

An exclusive dining experience
6000 feet above ground, ensconced by misty, mighty mountains, swathes of forest and an expansive sky
Indulge in traditional Kumaoni recipes
Rustic, wholesome, healthy soul food; our flavourful menu focuses on superfoods native to the Kumaon region with all fresh ingredients sourced locally
Spaces designed with sensitivity to the natural environment
The Kumaon embodies the essence of serenity and natural beauty, intertwining its rich cultural heritage, thoughtful design & tranquil landscapes seamlessly
Treatments using locally-sourced cold-pressed oils
Wind down from your journey with a relaxing champi, soothe aching feet after a day spent clambering hillsides or immerse in a full-body massage

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Impact Insights Eco Certifications NGO Support Why we love this place

Community and Sustainability Commitment

Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.

Power saving initiatives in place

Water saving measures in place

Plastic avoidance in place

Ecological construction

Ecological suppliers preferred

Environmental information for guests

Regenerative energy initiatives in place

Vegetarian menu available

Vegan menu available

Waste policy in place

Car charging station

Uses local suppliers

Local NGO supported

Local charity activity in place

Sells & promotes local products

Promotes other local SMEs & entrepreneurs

Equal opportunity & fair job policy in place

Provides local transport information

Recommends local cultural places of interest

Supports community development & local infrastructure

Sustainability Practices

Community Commitments

Not in Place

Eco Certifications & Efforts

Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.

NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported

Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.

What our hosts say..

Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.

LOCATION

The Kumaon
Village Gadholi, Kasar Devi
Almora – 263601, Uttarakhand

Find us

Contact
Mail: reservations@thekumaon.com
Reservations: +91 7579 44 9997
Hotel: +91 7579 44 9994

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The Kumaon is located in Kasar Devi, a ridge above the historical city of Almora, which has attracted artists, pilgrims, scholars and seekers for centuries — Swami Vivekananda, DH Lawrence, Timothy Leary and Bob Dylan, to name but a few.

Surrounded by undulating hills and imbued with simple elegance, the property is spread across 10 luxurious suites, nestled in pairs across five structures with private overlapping terraces offering views to the Great Himalayan range.

The majestic peaks of Nanda Devi and Trishul ranges dominate the view from our dining area. Also included in the view are rolling hills, evergreen forests and skies of myriad hues, making this a great place to feast your eyes as well as your palate.

Understated yet confident in its simplicity, our kitchen serves a mix of Kumaoni and international cuisine, made with seasonal produce procured from village farms nearby and foraged from the surrounding forests.

With a special focus on using complex fibers, macrobiotics and superfoods that are native to the region – protein-rich black soybean daal, bhaang chutney made with ground cannabis seeds, and millet flatbreads – are exemplars of the Kumaoni kitchen.

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