The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg wins favourite Boutique Hotel at the Condé Nast Traveller India Readers’ Travel Awards 2020

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg, won the award for the Favourite Boutique Hotel at the tenth edition of the Condé Nast Traveller India Readers’ Travel Awards.  The ceremony took place in a special virtual avatar on Condé Nast Traveller India’s digital platforms. For The Khyber, the announcement of the award was an honour indeed, as it left many brands behind, yet again! It was a reaffirmation of the resort's special place in the hearts and minds of the readers of Condé Nast Traveller, the Last Word in Travel.

"The Khyber team is thrilled with this achievement of winning the best boutique hotel -- eight years running -- thanks to our loyal guests and discerning readers of Conde Nast Traveller. The year 2020 was like no other. Despite the tribulations and challenges faced by the pandemic, our team stayed positive through the difficult period and warmly welcomed guests once again in October. We hope 2021 will see the resurgence of travel to Gulmarg and The Khyber. It is our constant endeavour to strive to exceed the expectations of our guests and make every visit a memorable experience for them. Of course, the legendary beauty of Gulmarg and its year round appeal as a destination -- whether it is to ski in the winter or to play golf or trek in the summer -- also augments its charm.  We hope more travellers come and experience Kashmiri hospitality, culture, landscape and the famous cuisine of this land,” said Umar Tramboo, MD, Pinnacle Resorts Pvt. Ltd, promoter of The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg.

Readers of Condé Nast Traveller India voted for their preferred Destinations, Airlines, Hotels, Spas, Airports and more, across several categories, based on their personal experiences. Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards are globally renowned and considered the most prestigious in the industry. They honour the best in travel, tourism and hospitality, as chosen by the discerning and influential readers of Condé Nast Traveller. The awards are closely watched, as they are a barometer of the market’s changing tastes and preferences. With no nominations for the award categories and voting left open to readers, Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards are considered indicative of what travellers really want and enjoy.