For hotel aficionados, choosing the perfect place to stay can truly make or break a vacation. This is where comfort meets adventure, setting the tone for unforgettable memories.
But how do you choose when each city is overflowing with remarkable, stay-worthy hotels? Fear not — The World’s 50 Best Hotels list is here to simplify your decision-making process. Curated by an academy of over 600 independent hospitality experts, this carefully crafted ranking of the top 50 hotels from around the world offers a clear and accessible guide to help you find your perfect getaway. Even better, you can begin planning your vacation based on your favourite accommodations from the list to streamline your travel experience.
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Built on the success of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and The World’s 50 Best Bars, this exciting venture by 50 Best was introduced in 2023 to celebrate the vibrant international hotel scene, uniting hoteliers and discerning travellers in a shared appreciation of five-star hospitality.
Held at the historic Guildhall in London on September 17, 2024, The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024 ceremony revealed 50 remarkable winners from 37 destinations across six continents. The lineup features 19 hotels from Asia, 13 from Europe, 9 from North America, 4 from Africa, 4 from Oceania, and 1 from South America.
This year is especially thrilling for Bangkok, with four exceptional hotels making the list: Capella Bangkok (No.1), Mandarin Oriental Bangkok (No.12), Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River (No.14), and The Siam (No.26).
Rosewood São Paulo, the brand’s inaugural South American gem, proudly stands as the sole representative from the continent, earning the distinguished title of The Best Hotel in South America 2024 at an impressive No.24. Meanwhile, Chablé Yucatán, nestled in the charming town of Chocholá, Mexico, takes the honour of The Best Hotel in North America 2024 at No.16. And let’s not forget Passalacqua (No.2), which continues to shine brightly as The Best Hotel in Europe 2024.
Without further ado, here’s the list of winners from The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024 to inspire your exquisite hotel wishlist for 2025.
The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024
No.1 Capella Bangkok, Bangkok
No.2 Passalacqua, Lake Como
No.3 Rosewood Hong Kong, Hong Kong
No.4 Cheval Blanc Paris, Paris
No.5 The Upper House, Hong Kong
No.6 Raffles Singapore, Singapore
No.7 Aman Tokyo, Tokyo
No.8 Soneva Fushi, Maldives
No.9 Atlantis The Royal, Dubai
No.10 Nihi Sumba, Sumba Island
No.11 Claridge’s, London
No.12 Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Bangkok
No.13 Raffles London at The OWO, London
No.14 Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Bangkok
No.15 Hôtel de Crillon, Paris
No.16 Chablé Yucatán, Chocholá
No.17 Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Antibes
No.18 Maroma, Riviera Maya
No.19 Four Seasons Firenze, Florence
No.20 Borgo Santandrea, Amalfi
No.21 Desa Potato Head, Bali
No.22 Bulgari Tokyo, Tokyo
No.23 The Lana, Dubai
No.24 Rosewood São Paulo, São Paulo
No.25 The Calile, Brisbane
No.26 The Siam, Bangkok
No.27 Park Hyatt Kyoto, Kyoto
No.28 Mount Nelson, Cape Town
No.29 One&Only Mandarina, Riviera Nayarit
No.30 The Carlyle, New York
No.31 La Mamounia, Marrakech
No.32 Four Seasons Madrid, Madrid
No.33 Capella Singapore, Singapore
No.34 Four Seasons at The Surf Club, Surfside
No.35 Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles
No.36 Eden Rock, St. Barths
No.37 Aman New York, New York
No.38 Royal Mansour, Marrakech
No.39 Amangalla, Galle
No.40 Le Bristol, Paris
No.41 Gleneagles, Auchterarder
No.42 Castello di Reschio, Lisciano Niccone
No.43 Suján Jawai, Rajasthan
No.44 Singita – Kruger National Park, Kruger National Park
No.45 Six Senses Zighy Bay, Zaghi
No.46 The Connaught, London
No.47 The Brando, Tetiaroa
No.48 Hotel Esencia, Tulum
No.49 The Tasman, Hobart
No.50 Kokomo Private Island, Yaukuve Levu Island
Visit The World’s 50 Best Hotels’ official website to learn more.