Travel + Leisure Magazine (US) released the results of its annual Readers’ Awards in the September 2008 issue. The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai was voted #1 Best Spa in Asia and #7 Hotel in the World.

Rankings are based on reader evaluations giving the index of satisfaction with spa facilities and services, scored out of a maximum of 100. Readers were asked to rate their choices according to various criteria, such as ambience/decor, body and facial treatments, amenities and products, cuisine and quality of service and staff. From these responses, the average mark on each criterion was calculated and used to provide the overall satisfaction percentage.

‘We are very honoured to have received this fantastic accolade by the readers of Travel + Leisure Magazine and are proud of our staff who have made it happen.’’ said Todd Cilano, General Manager, Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. ‘It is gratifying for my team and me personally that our dedication to service combined with the unique setting of the Spa has been recognized by the world’s most sophisticated travellers and spa goers.’

The Resort was also rated #2 in Asia & Indian subcontinent and #5 in the World by Condé Nast Traveller Uk, Readers’ Spa Awards January 2008.

Source: Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai release dated August 2008