“Discover the World’s Top 50 Hotels: The Second-Best is Italian”
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Discover the World’s Top 50 Hotels
Recently unveiled by “50 Best,” the ranking of the world’s finest hotels highlights the exceptional achievements of these establishments, notably with a prestigious Italian hotel securing the second position.
This list is the culmination of preferences from 600 anonymous voters globally, comprising travel journalists, hoteliers, and travel experts, who gathered to determine the top hotels at the historic Guildhall in London.
It’s fascinating to note that the 2024 list features hotels from dozens of destinations across six continents, with Asia leading the charge with 19 hotels, followed by Europe with 13, North America with 9, Africa and Oceania with 4 each, and finally South America with 1.
The hotel that claimed the top spot jumped 10 positions since 2023, while the Italian hotel in second place was celebrated as the best overall last year.
The Ranking of the 50 Best Hotels
The top hotel in the world for 2024 offers a remarkable 101 suites and villas, alongside breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, with prices starting at $600 per night.
Guests also enjoy 5 dining options, including a Michelin-starred restaurant by chef Mauro Colagreco, plus a luxurious spa sanctuary named Auriga.
Located in Thailand, this dream hotel has risen to first place for the first time.
Italy, a popular tourist destination among affluent travelers, proudly occupies the second position with a stunning hotel located by Lake Como, which was last year’s winner.
The complete list of the best hotels in the world for 2024 is as follows:
- Capella Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
- Passalacqua, Lake Como, Italy
- Rosewood Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Cheval Blanc, Paris, France
- The Upper House, Hong Kong
- Raffles Singapore, Singapore
- Aman Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- Soneva Fushi, Maldives
- Atlantis The Royal, Dubai, UAE
- Nihi Sumba, Sumba Island, Indonesia
- Claridge’s, London, UK
- Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
- Raffles London at The OWO, London, UK
- Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand
- Hôtel de Crillon, Paris, France
- Chablé Yucatán, Chocholá, Mexico
- Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Antibes, France
- Maroma, Riviera Maya, Mexico
- Four Seasons Florence, Italy
- Borgo Santandrea, Amalfi, Italy
- Desa Potato Head, Bali, Indonesia
- Bulgari Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- The Lana, Dubai, UAE
- Rosewood São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- The Calile, Brisbane, Australia
- The Siam, Bangkok, Thailand
- Park Hyatt Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
- Mount Nelson, Cape Town, South Africa
- One&Only Mandarina, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
- The Carlyle, New York, U.S.
- La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morocco
- Four Seasons Madrid, Spain
- Capella Singapore, Singapore
- Four Seasons at The Surf Club, Surfside, U.S.
- Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles, U.S.
- Eden Rock, St.
Barths, Caribbean - Aman New York, New York, U.S.
- Royal Mansour, Marrakech, Morocco
- Amangalla, Galle, Sri Lanka
- Le Bristol, Paris, France
- Gleneagles, Auchterarder, Scotland
- Castello di Reschio, Lisciano Niccone, Italy
- Suján Jawai, Rajasthan, India
- Singita – Kruger National Park, Kruger National Park, South Africa
- Six Senses Zighy Bay, Zighy, Oman
- The Connaught, London, UK
- The Brando, Tetiaroa, French Polynesia
- Hotel Esencia, Tulum, Mexico
- The Tasman, Hobart, Australia
- Kokomo Private Island, Yaukuve Levu Island, Fiji
Italy not only shines with its top hotels but also features several other high-quality establishments in dreamy locations such as the Amalfi Coast, Florence, and Umbria.
For urban explorers, Bangkok emerges as the most popular city destination on the list, showcasing 4 hotels, followed by London and Paris with 3 each, and 2 each for Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and New York.
Finally, Italy’s Passalacqua has been awarded the best boutique hotel, while the Maroma Riviera Maya has received the Eco Hotel Award for its commitment to sustainability.
The Royal Mansour in Morocco claimed the Art of Hospitality award, with Soneva Fushi in the Maldives being recognized as the Best Beach Hotel.
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