Udaipur's Oberoi Spa by Banyan Tree among world's best

The readers of Condé Nast Traveller have rated the Oberoi Spa by Banyan Tree at The Oberoi Udaivilas, the luxury resort in Udaipur, among the best spas in the world. The Readers' Spa Awards 2006 announced by Condé Nast Traveller, UK, one of the leading travel magazines in the world, lists the world's best spas rated on such criteria as ambience, treatment, cuisine and service.

The Oberoi Spa at The Oberoi Udaivilas received an overall score of 92.86, placing it ahead of The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York, Chiva-Som International Health Resort, Thailand and The Spa at Chewton Glen, UK, among others.

This recognition comes soon after The Oberoi Udaivilas was rated the best hotel in the world for service by the readers of the same magazine in its Gold List 2006, the ultimate guide to the finest hotels in the world.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Aravalli range and steeped in the romance of the historic region of Mewar, The Oberoi Udaivilas, is designed as a magnificent palace on the banks of the serene Lake Pichola. It offers Ayurvedic, Thai, Balinese, Hawaiian and Western therapies besides special yoga, meditation and Pranayama sessions.

Condé Nast Traveller, UK, amongst the world's leading travel magazines, is a source of authentic information and inspiration for the discerning traveller. The best spas in the world are rated by the readers of this publication on several criteria like ambience, decor, body treatments, cuisine and service/staff.