Sofitel Mumbai BKC

Bandra Kurla Complex may have never featured on this list but for the stylish Sofitel, part of the global French chain of luxury 5-star hotels. The rooms are done up in luxuriant hues of purple, gold and black, and thoughtful touches like a woman traveller kit and a magnifying glass in the bathroom make a stay here supremely relaxing. Staycations are synonymous with indulgent massages and pedicures and the world-class So SPA makes Sofitel your best choice for unwinding in Mumbai. Enter the quiet interiors of the spa and you are greeted by golden bulbs hanging down in perfect symmetry from the ceiling. You can choose between 90-minute body massages and 30-minute facials, both of which are executed with French techniques and products. So SPA is renowned for its pre jet lag treatments, a boon for frequent travellers.
And what’s a staycation here without a dip into the L’Oh Pool with its deep blue colour reminiscent of French canals. If you’ve indulged in one delicacy too many, you may want to expiate your sins at So FIT, a sprawling gym, lounge and Jacuzzi, equipped with all the machinery you’ll need to tone up. Sofitel is also highly recommended for its array of beautifully designed theme restaurants and cafes including Jyran, the decadent North Indian and Mughlai restaurant with an outdoor shamiana setting; Tuskers, the only 5-star vegetarian restaurant in Mumbai; Artisan, a sort-of French delicatessen that serves as a café during the day and transforms into a bar during the night; and Le Bar Diamantaire with its tall wine tower and interiors that pay homage to the Bharat Diamond Bourse situated close to Sofitel Mumbai BKC. Then there is Pondichery Café, of course, where all the buffets are served.

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