Immerse yourself in our restorative dwellings, nourishing cuisine, and Magical garden.
about our centre
Immerse yourself in our restorative spaces.
about our centre
The Location
Mandali is located just 75 minutes from Milan Malpensa airport, on a hilltop with sweeping views of Lake Orta and glimpses of the Italian alps. Mother nature embraces our guests with majestic sunrises and scenic nature trails–a truly idyllic setting to find calm and clarity in the mind and body.
Architecturally inspired by the typical Italian medieval towns that surround it, most of its construction was completed by repurposing locally reclaimed materials. In order to uphold the atmosphere of a quiet, alpine village, Mandali’s structures meander along a cobblestone path following the curves of the peaceful valley it oversees.
The Location
Mandali is located just 75 minutes from Milan Malpensa airport, on a hilltop with sweeping views of Lake Orta and glimpses of the Italian alps. Mother nature embraces our guests with majestic sunrises and scenic nature trails–a truly idyllic setting to find calm and clarity in the mind and body.
PEACEFUL
PRACTICE ROOMS
Experienced & Established Teachers
3 Delicious Vegetarian Meals a Day
Tea & Fruits throughout the day
Welcoming & cosy Rooms
Yoga
PROPS
Scenic
Hiking Trails
contemplative outdoor nooks
Body Care Centre
Massages
(at an extra cost)
magical permaculture gardens
centre Features
The Rooms
Mandali offers a wide range of refined, tranquil accommodations to suit your needs—from shared, dormitory-style rooms to premium single rooms overlooking the gardens or stunning Lago d’Orta. Larger hermitages come with their own kitchenette, for ease and convenience.
Mandali was conceived according to Feng Shui’s cornerstones of harmony and balance. Each space is designed to make you feel effortlessly at home—from sipping a mug of ginger tea on the terrace, to savouring a lovingly prepared vegetarian dish in the dining room. Whether you mingle with other guests, or prefer moments of quiet and introspection, Mandali provides time and space to spend your days with ease.
The food
Colourful, delicious, and locally-sourced food, some of which is grown in our own garden, is carefully prepared daily for wholesome and balanced nourishment during your stay. We serve three meals a day with filtered water, herbal teas, and fresh fruit available all day. We observe social silence during breakfast, something most of our guests particularly cherish.
Our fresh and delicious vegetarian menu is sourced locally by our chefs who curates traditional Italian cuisine with modern flavours, creating an eclectic style that celebrates taste and colour, making clever use of the seasonal gifts our garden offers us. We are happy to provide alternative menu options for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free needs. Please inform us of your dietary requirements upon booking your retreat.
The food
We serve three meals a day with filtered water, herbal teas, and fresh fruit available all day. We observe social silence during breakfast, something most of our guests particularly cherish.
Our fresh and delicious vegetarian menu is sourced locally by our chefs who curates traditional Italian cuisine with modern flavours. We are happy to provide alternative menu options for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free needs. Please inform us of your dietary requirements upon booking your retreat.
The Facilities
Our bodycare centre is a peaceful space designed for relaxation and includes a sauna, steam room, swimming pool, and our guest’s favourite—a jacuzzi with epic views. We also offer massage and bodywork treatments provided by our experienced therapists. Treatments can be booked upon arrival.
Bodycare centre
Our practice rooms are equipped with sound systems, various lighting options, state-of-the-art ventilation and temperature control. The temple, dome, diamond room and outdoor terrace are multi-functional spaces dedicated to your practice.
Practice Rooms
The Facilities
Our bodycare centre is a peaceful space designed for relaxation and includes a sauna, steam room, swimming pool, and our guest’s favourite—a jacuzzi with epic views. We also offer massage and bodywork treatments provided by our experienced therapists. Treatments can be booked upon arrival.
Bodycare centre
Our practice rooms are equipped with sound systems, various lighting options, state-of-the-art ventilation and temperature control. The temple, dome, diamond room and outdoor terrace are multi-functional spaces dedicated to your practice.
Practice Rooms
The Garden
One of Mandali’s core values is being in harmony with our environment, priding itself on being a sustainably-managed ecosystem since conception. Eco-friendly materials were used for its construction, wood chips fire its heating system, and solar energy powers the kitchen and swimming pool. Any surplus power is shared with the main local grid, so it can be used by the local community. Sustainability also applies to the daily fresh vegetarian menu, which is sourced locally.
We hope Mandali’s garden inspires you to live in harmony with nature as you take in the graceful presence of flowers, bees, chestnut trees and our resident cats, Barolo, Bhumi and Shanti. Scattered across the garden you will discover many peaceful places to walk, sit and ponder. We also have a sweet little pond, lovingly guarded by Ganesha.
Near the edge of the property, you’ll find a carefully crafted Zen labyrinth, a cosy fire pit, and a centuries-old water well on its outskirts. Beyond that, you’ll also see an ancient statue of Maria pointing her finger in the direction of Mandali’s centrepiece—our Temple. It was this gesture that confirmed to its founders that Mandali was indeed the perfect place to create the retreat centre they had envisioned. Although you can find icons and symbols from various religions, Mandali does not belong to, nor reject, any philosophy of life in particular.
The Garden
One of Mandali’s core values is being in harmony with our environment, priding itself on being a sustainably-managed ecosystem since conception. Eco-friendly materials were used for its construction, wood chips fire its heating system, and solar energy powers the kitchen and swimming pool. Any surplus power is shared with the main local grid, so it can be used by the local community. Sustainability also applies to the daily fresh vegetarian menu, which is sourced locally.
