The first thing I noticed when I entered the resort was the minimalist architecture; simple yet elegant and the well-chosen subtle colors of the villas.The theme here is really about getting back to nature.  

All accommodation at the property is in private villas and each comes with a butler service included. We took the King Spa Pool Villa. The large and luxurious villa has its own living room, heated private pool and a private deck. A buggy takes you to any place you desire to go on the property. The highlight of the property is the Spa, which offers over 150 types of treatments. Guests can also indulge in activities like paragliding, meditation, pottery etc.





The staff at the retreat is very courteous and the service is impeccable. When we were out for dinner, the staff cleaned up our villa and lit scented candles in the bedroom and around the poolside and kept some wine and chocolates for us. Such sweet gestures are the ones that make the guests' experience even more memorable.

The Terrazzo,the property's all day dining restaurant serves a wide variety of cuisines. The food is delectable. Nearly all ingredients used in the food are organic and grown and produced on the estate itself ranging from the honey to the marmalade. The restaurant offers mesmerizing views of the Western Ghats from its extensive patio. A warm and welcoming fireplace greets you in the nippy evenings at the retreat.



 
Overall ,The Hilton Shilim Estate Retreat and Spa was a memorable experience and I will love to go there again.
P.S. - Go for a walk in the eveningf or a jog in the morning to experience the serenity of the surroundings.