We spent a week at Christmas at Chiva Som. In some ways it was excellent but in other ways rather disappointing. The plus points:- service was very good, excellent at times, and the spa therapists were generally good. The food was excellent - fresh, natural and delicious. Even when the hotel was full, it did not seem busy; the atmosphere... more

I've just returned from Chiva Som and can unequivically say it was the best trip we've ever done. The service is in a class by itself. A gracious staff attentive to all our needs, the superior spa therapists and excellent spa cuisine made for a relaxing mind/body experience. The prices are incredibly reasonable when you consider that it is all... more

I went with high expectations and was thoroughly satisfied. It was serene, not crowded (right after the coup d'etat (that wasn't), and I had all the attention I could have possibly wanted. The food was excellent spa food and I was never hungry. I did the weight management program and lost 10 lbs. in 7 days. Happy, happy and am... more

Having seen the last review, I had to just say that I have actually been to Chiva Som and it really is a very special place. If you are serious about putting some much needed time back into yourself, then this is the place for you. Wonderful staff attend to your every need. The retreats include a daily choice of... more

I've not been to Chiva Som and unlikely to go: I've been trying to book a stay in the first week Jan 07 for five nights. They inform me I need to stay seven nights - this is $1000 more and not what I want to do but I agree. On top of this, they charge a mandatory $250 plus... more