Nalanda Retreat

Wellness Weddings · Mandrem Beach, Goa

Marry by the Arabian Sea.

A wellness wedding on one of Goa’s quietest beaches — your people, our campus, nothing rushed.

The promise

A quiet beach, a team that handles everything, food that is actually good, and room for everyone to stay on-site. We do the logistics for hundreds of group stays a year — a wedding is simply our favourite kind.

Hosting since 201920,000+ guests8 shalas65 roomsBeachfront campus

Spaces & settings

One campus, every part of the day

Beachfront ceremony

Beachfront ceremony

Up to 80 seated

Exchange vows with the Arabian Sea behind you, at golden hour.

Open-air shalas

Open-air shalas

Mehndi · Sangeet

Eight dedicated shalas for the ceremony, mehndi, or a sangeet under the stars.

Chia Lounge

Chia Lounge

Reception & dining

Plant-forward, locally sourced menus in a restaurant that takes food seriously.

The Villa

The Villa

Sleeps 6

A private home on the water — a pool and six beds for the couple and close family.

Soma Cove

Soma Cove

Bridal rituals

Pre-wedding Ayurvedic rituals and recovery for the couple and the wedding party.

On-site stays

On-site stays

65 rooms

Five room types plus the Villa, so most of your people wake up where you marry.

Everything handled

You bring your people and your vision

We handle rooms, food, setup, and the day-of. The same infrastructure that hosts retreats and group stays all year is quietly at work behind your celebration.

  • Rooms for your guests across 65 on-site keys plus the Villa
  • In-house catering from the Chia Lounge kitchen (Ayurvedic & dietary options)
  • Ceremony, mehndi and sangeet setup across the shalas and beach
  • Sound, basic decor, and day-of coordination
  • Guidance on permits and trusted local partners
  • Pre- and post-wedding wellness for the couple and party

Starting points

Ways to celebrate

Framings, not fixed menus. Every wedding is quote-based — tell us your day and we build a plan around it.

The Intimate

20–40 guests · 2 nights

  • Beachfront ceremony setup
  • Dinner at Chia Lounge
  • Couple's Villa suite
  • Welcome yoga for guests
  • Basic decor & sound

Quote on enquiry

Most chosen

The Beachfront

40–80 guests · 3 nights

  • Everything in The Intimate
  • Sangeet or mehndi in a shala
  • Multi-meal catering
  • Guest room block
  • Bridal Soma Cove ritual
  • Day-of coordinator

Quote on enquiry

Bespoke

Any size

  • Fully tailored to your vision
  • Dedicated planner liaison
  • Custom catering & décor
  • Extended guest stays

Quote on enquiry

Add the Nalanda touch

A celebration that leaves everyone lighter

Welcome yoga for arriving guestsBridal Soma Cove ritualGroup sound healingAyurvedic catering menusMorning-after beach breakfast

How it works

Three easy steps

1

Enquire

Tell us about your day — the date, roughly how many people, and what matters to you.

2

Visit or call

We walk you through the spaces and options, in person or over a call.

3

We plan it with you

One team, one campus. We handle the logistics so you can be present.

Questions

Frequently asked

What is the best time of year to marry at Nalanda?

Our wedding season runs October to April, when Mandrem is at its calmest and driest.

How many guests can you host?

Intimate celebrations of 20 to 80 guests are our sweet spot, with 65 on-site rooms plus the six-bed Villa so most of your party can stay with you.

Is catering in-house?

Yes — our Chia Lounge kitchen handles menus, including Ayurvedic and dietary-specific options. Outside vendors can be discussed for specific cuisines.

Can our guests stay on-site?

Yes. With 65 rooms across five room types plus the Villa, most weddings keep everyone on one campus for the whole celebration.

How is pricing structured?

Weddings are quote-based. We build a plan around your guest count, nights, and vision, so every enquiry receives a tailored proposal rather than a fixed package price.

Do you handle permits and logistics?

We have run group stays for years. We coordinate setup, sound, and the day-of, and we will guide you on permits and trusted local partners.

Tell us about your day

Let’s plan something quietly beautiful

Share your date and a rough guest count and our team will reply within 24 hours with a tailored plan. Prefer to talk first? Contact the team.

Season
October – April
Sweet spot
20 – 80 guests, on-site
Pricing
Quote-based, tailored to your day

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