Originally operated as a Hilton property, Dharna at Shillim has reimagined itself into a healing estate. Experiences here are individually tailored, guided by in-house doctors and health specialists. Guests can choose between long-term stays (a minimum of five nights) and shorter visits (one to three nights), designed for quick restoration.
Generously sprawled in size and spread across 2,500 acres of ancient forest, Dharana at Shillim feels like another world unto itself. While the core architecture has remained the same from its Hilton days, Gavin de Souza, MD at Writer Corporation and CEO of Dharana at Shillim, shares that it has since evolved into a more immersive, integrative environment where nature and local heritage are woven into the design narrative. “The retreat draws inspiration from the vernacular architecture of Maharashtra and the Western Ghats.” Additionally, it celebrates indigenous craftsmanship and traditional art forms.
“But these enhancements go beyond aesthetics,” clarifies de Souza. “We offer intentional spaces that align with Dharana’s philosophy of scientific wellbeing, restoration, and long-term vitality.”
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