Oberoi Sukhvilas Hotel

India

Just the intrigue of visiting India’s first planned city, New Chandigarh, is almost enough to get you to visit. With the Himalayan backdrop, its architecture, sculptures, gardens and the Chandigarh Capitol Complex building – already a Unesco World Heritage site – it makes for the perfect day trip, but that’s only if you can drag yourself away from Oberoi Sukhvilas. Based on what was once a fruit orchard, the delicately landscaped 14 hectares blend into their surrounds, namely the protected Siswan Forest – perfect for morning yoga, bike ride adventures, bird-watching and nature tours.

The woodland backdrop is with you at all times, whether you’re in the pool, making the most of the vast spa or sampling a food offering that includes authentic Punjab or a more-varied all-day menu. Wellness programmes can be tailored to meet your needs, but even without one, a stay in one of the tented villas offers respite enough from the pace of everyday life.

Doubles from £284. 00 800 1234 0101, oberoihotels.com

Words by Alex Mead.

This review was taken from the October 2022 issue of Food and Travel. To subscribe today, click here.