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The Oberoi,Rajvilas
Goner Road Jaipur, India

From $510 per night

An elegant luxury hotel steeped in the romance of Jaipur's opulent heritage, Rajvilas is a revival of gracious living in the princely style of Rajasthan. Set in the tranquil countryside on 30 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, 8 kilimeters from the Pink CIty of Jaipur, the hotel is a perfect base from which to explore the region's many colourful and exotic attractions. 8km from the city centre, on the Jaipur-Agra Highway. Hotel entrance.

What's Great
Travel + Leisure says... "Rajasthani-style fortress with luxury tents and villas on the edge of Jaipur; it combines the romance of a past era with exacting modern standards. Stats: 71 rooms; 2 restaurants; 1 bar. Rooms to Book: Luxury Tents with classic colonial interiors and private terraces. Insider Tip: Go on an Indian spice-market tour with the hotel’s head chef." Top 25 Hotels 2009

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The Oberoi Udaivilas
Haridasaji Ki Magri Udaipur, India

From $511 per night

A breathtakingly beautiful Mewar-style residence on the shores of Lake Pichola. The Oberoi Udaivilas is a magnificent blaze of domes and spires set around courtyards, and surrounded by gardens, pools and fountains. The food is superb, the spa and fitness suite state-of-the-art and the location perfect for exploring Udaipur. The impressive lobby with its vast domed ceiling and fountain is undeniably palatial. In the gardens, a moat-like pool meanders past the terraces of each Lake View room providing semi-private swimming. Suites have private pools, tented dining pavilions and butler service. Picnic on a private gondola or enjoy traditional dance and music whilst dining alfresco on authentic regional dishes. Relax in the spa against a backdrop of stunning lake views for a holistic treatment and then, venture into Udaipur and soak up the bustling atmosphere of the market. The Oberoi Udaivilas is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.

What's Great
Travel + Leisure says... "The full package: an impeccable replica palace in marble, sandstone, and gold leaf, set in an idyllic setting (it’s on 30 lakeside acres of former royal hunting grounds), with cosseting service. Stats: 86 rooms; 2 restaurants; 1 bar. Rooms to Book: Premier Lake View rooms with semiprivate pools overlooking Lake Pichola. Insider Tip: Arrange a dinner for two on a floating pontoon in the lake."

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Enchantment Resort and Mii amo Spa
525 Boynton Canyon Road Sedona, Arizona, US

From $375 per night

Located In One Of The Most Spectacular Natural Settings On Earth Enchantment Resort Is The Premier Destination Resort In Northern Arizona.

What's Great
Travel + Leisure says... "This Southwestern-style property inside a stunning red-rock canyon offers an extraordinary range of activities (pottery classes, Native American culture seminars)â€”plus Mii Amo, one of the country's best spas. Rooms to Book: Casitas 41-45 have high beam ceilings, beehive fireplaces, and a secluded canyon location. Insider Tip: Enjoy a detoxifying red clay-and-cocoa wrap at Mii Amo spa."

Taj Lake Palace
Pichola Lake Udaipur, India

From $434 per night

1) An authentic palace dating back to the 18th century. 2) Over two and a half centuries ago, Maharana Jagat Singh II built a fairytale pleasure of white marble, glistening afloat the calm waters of Lake Pichola. His legacy, the Taj Lake Palace, is considered to be one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Voted as one of the most romantic hotels floating in the middle of Lake Pichola where guests arrive at the hotel on a boat. 3) Another re-creation from the royal past is the exclusive palace butler service. Private butlers can assist you with competent professional advice on anything ranging from a historical introduction to the monuments, selection of cuisines to customized spa treatments. 4) The royal butlers can arrange a variety of specialised dining experiences at many romantic settings: Lily Pond for cocktail and sit-down dinner, Dinner on the Royal Barge or pontoon floating amidst the lake, Romantic Dinner on various terraces of the hotel overlooking the lake.

What's Great
Travel + Leisure says...
"One of India’s most romantic hotels: a 263-year-old fairy-tale white-marble palace rising from its own island in the middle of Lake Pichola—plus vast recreation options (temple tours, village treks).
Rooms to Book: Luxury rooms offer the best views of the lake.
Insider Tip: The hotel will coordinate a private dinner on the Mewar Terrace, with service by Royal Butlers."
-From www.travelandleisure.com, Top 25 Hotels 2008

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Four Seasons Chiang Mai
502 Moo 1 Mae Rim Samoeng Chiang Mai, Thailand

From $622 per night

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. Spacious Lanna-style pavilions overlook terraced rice fields and the mountains in the beautiful Mae Rim Valley, minutes from the artistic and cultural heritage of Thailand's northern capital. From the Thai cooking school to the acclaimed spa and flawless service, a signature Four Seasons experience. Sample the diversity of Thailand by pairing your visit with a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, an urban oasis in the capital.

What's Great
Travel + Leisure says... "Cluster of Thai pavilions surrounded by rice paddies in the idyllic Mae Rim Valley, with a design that delivers an authentic Siamese up-country atmosphere. Rooms to Book: The Rice Terrace rooms all have private outdoor Thai salas (covered verandas) that overlook terraced rice fields and the Doi Suthep Mountains." Insider Tip: Take lessons at the resort’s cooking school." -Top 25 Hotels 2008

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