- FAVOURITE UK HOTEL SPA 2010 - 12TH BEST IN THE WORLD

London, 2 February 2010 � The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of Dorchester Collection, is delighted to announce that Cond� Nast Traveller readers voted The Dorchester Spa �Favourite UK Hotel Spa 2010� with an overall ranking of 12th in the World, the top ranking in the UK.

This award follows the announcement two weeks ago by Michelin�s 2010 Guide for Great Britain and Ireland that Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester was awarded three Michelin stars, making it the only hotel in the UK to hold this coveted accolade.

Less than a year after its �3.2 million expansion and renovation in May last year The Dorchester Spa was particularly rated by Cond� Nast Traveller readers for its �ambience/design� and �facial treatments�. Exuding 1930�s art deco glamour combined with a contemporary edge, design is inspired by the iconic British style of The Dorchester. With stunning interiors by design consultancy Fox Linton Associates, unique aspects include a chandelier of 72,000 south-pacific pearls. Signature facials are by the renowned UK facialist Vaishaly and new discovery Carol Joy London, with further treatments offered by European Skincare brand Kerstin Florian for the first time in London, alongside acclaimed British brand Aromatherapy Associates.

Every year readers of Cond� Nast Traveller are asked to rate the best that the spa world has to offer, according to criteria such as ambience, design, body treatments, cuisine, and service and staff. The results are collated and audited by an independent market research company.

General Manager Roland Fasel commented: �The Dorchester Spa was designed with the vision to become the most indulgent and glamorous destination Spa in London. We are delighted that Cond� Nast Traveller�s readers rate it the best in the UK.�

The Spa features nine tranquil treatment rooms including two double suites, a manicure and pedicure suite and a sleek relaxation room. Exclusive to the Spa is the glamorous Spatisserie, offering elegant afternoon tea cakes, light lunches, Champagne and Spa cocktails reflecting the ethos that �a little of what you love is good for you�.

To make a reservation, please telephone The Dorchester Spa on +44 (0) 20 7319 7109 for an appointment, or send an email to spa@thedorchester.com. The Dorchester Spa is open Monday to Saturday, 7am to 9pm; Sunday and Bank Holidays, 8am to 9pm.

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For further information on The Dorchester, please contact: Rosanna Crawley Head of Communications Park Lane, London, W1K 1QA Tel: +44 (0) 20 7319 7062 rcrawley@dorchestercollection.com www.thedorchester.com www.dorchestercollection.com

About The Dorchester The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of The Dorchester Collection, is situated at the heart of London�s Mayfair on Park Lane, with classic English designed rooms and suites affording expansive views of Hyde Park. A wide range of dining is available to guests in The Promenade, The Bar and The Grill. China Tang offers traditional Cantonese cuisine, while three Michelin star Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester is London�s finest contemporary French dining experiences. High resolution images can be downloaded from www.leonardo.com/dorchestercollection