At Ananda in the Himalayas, turndown is crafted as a nightly act of restoration. The experience begins with a Dinacharya Kit, a thoughtful collection of Ayurvedic self care essentials designed to realign guests with natural rhythms and promote deep rest. A tongue cleaner, oil for pulling, nasal drops, and foot relief oil are replenished with quiet attentiveness, turning preparation for sleep into a wellness ritual.
Bedtime snacks continue the philosophy of nourishment, made with jaggery, honey, and dates and sourced from local communities. Everything is packaged in biodegradable or reusable materials that mirror the resort’s commitment to sustainability.
Guests choose from five pillows tailored to their needs and explore a bath menu offering four aromatic blends inspired by ancient wellness traditions. From Himalayan juniper and grapefruit for purification to ginger and cardamom for soothing warmth, each bath tells a story of the land itself.
Every detail of Ananda’s turndown moment reinforces a holistic approach to wellbeing. It is a nightly invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with oneself.
The Dylan Amsterdam – Amsterdam Told Through Seven Evenings
At The Dylan Amsterdam, turndown transforms into a weeklong narrative that captures the spirit of the city through taste, craft, and design. The experience begins with a handwritten welcome note and a curated playlist, setting a tone of intimacy and quiet elegance.
Each evening introduces a new chapter. Monday offers treats from Dylan's kitchen. Tuesday reimagines the iconic wooden shoe as a minimalist keepsake. Wednesday brings a delicate pastry shaped by the hotel’s Michelin influenced artistry. Thursday features the famed Van Stapele cookie, a beloved Amsterdam indulgence. Friday brings a handcrafted stroopwafel from Lanskroon, a century old family bakery. Saturday introduces Vinoos wine gums presented in a custom Dylan box. Sunday concludes with a bespoke gate keychain designed to travel home with the guest.
The program honors local heritage and supports Amsterdam’s artisans. Soon, an olfactory chapter will join the experience through a collaboration with Aesop, offering fragrance interpretations that deepen the connection to place. Dylan's turndown ritual is not simply thoughtful. It is storytelling in its purest form.
Hotel Belmar – A Deep Sleep Ritual in the Cloud Forest
Beginning January ten, 2026, Hotel Belmar will introduce the Deep Sleep Ritual, a meditative turndown experience shaped by the rhythms of Monteverde’s cloud forest. Inspired by guest feedback, this ritual builds upon the hotel’s herbal tea tradition, crafted with botanicals from its organic gardens and regenerative farm, Finca Madre Tierra.
Guests return to their rooms to find a Good Night Guide with gentle, nature inspired sleep practices and a QR code linking to a guided meditation or Yin Yoga session. A rotating blend of lemongrass, chamomile, mint, and seasonal herbs is placed bedside, encouraging guests to wind down with warmth and intention.
The ritual distills Monteverde’s natural serenity into a nightly pause, inviting guests to surrender to stillness. Rooted in sustainability and the healing energy of the cloud forest, the Deep Sleep Ritual transforms the journey into rest into an experience of connection and renewal.
Imperial Hotel Tokyo – Heritage and Omotenashi in Evening Form
At Imperial Hotel Tokyo, turndown becomes an expression of omotenashi, the Japanese philosophy of wholehearted and anticipatory hospitality. For guests on the Imperial Floor, evenings unfold with exquisite subtlety. Handwritten notes and hand folded origami rest where a chocolate once might have. A fresh pot of green tea invites a quiet moment before bed. Pajamas and slippers are presented with precise intention, blending comfort with cultural grace.
Sustainability is woven into every detail. The hotel’s Forbes Travel Guide Responsible Hospitality Certification reflects efforts to reduce plastic by ninety percent. Amenities are crafted from bamboo, wood, and biomass materials. Water is served in paper containers. Mikimoto and Molton Brown bath products are offered in refillable vessels.
Guests may also choose complementary experiences that deepen cultural immersion, from private tea ceremonies and origami workshops to kimono fittings. The result is a turndown service that transcends comfort, offering a nightly expression of artistry, heritage, and mindful luxury.

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