Heal Your Mind & Body at Dewa Spa
Study with World-Class Teachers
Practice in One of Our Unique Venues
Expand Your Awareness with Meditation
Go Hiking in the Catskill Mountains
Enjoy Delicious Nourishing Farm-to-Table Cuisine
Menla is a Project of Tibet House US,

the Dalai Lama’s Cultural Center in NYC

Nena Thurman

Nena is the Managing Director of Tibet House US and Menla Mountain Retreat. She was a successful fashion model in the 1950s and ’60s before becoming a psychotherapist. She has been married to Robert Thurman for over 40 years, and together they have raised four children, including Tibet House US Executive Director Ganden Thurman and renowned actress Uma Thurman. In 1991 Nena join the board of the newly established Tibet House US, and in 2001 she began working on establishing and developing Menla. Nena oversees the general management of Menla as well as all interior design. She spent six years overseeing all aspects of the design and construction of the Mahasukha Spa.

“Deep in the Catskill Mountains exists a very special place—the Dewa Spa at Menla. On a snowy, late winter afternoon there is nothing better than a long deep soak in one of their tubs infused with the 5 Nectars bath blend. The tranquil sounds of this hidden valley can be heard through a cracked window—the Pantherkill Stream and the sweet symphony of our bird friends chattering about the upcoming spring. This is the perfect place to leave the world behind for as long as possible!”

Lisa Tucker

“Beautiful place, in location and spirit! Wonderful staff. Fantastic, healing programs.”

Christine Olson

“Your facilities and location are outstanding for retreats, and the staff are incredibly courteous and helpful. Being in the mountains, wandering along the streams and paths and disconnecting from the business of our daily lives was wonderful. Thank you for creating such a welcoming and warm environment.”

Lori P.

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