Featuring hotels from 22 destinations across six continents, along with several special awards, the third annual announcement of The World’s 50 Best Hotels was revealed at a prestigious awards ceremony celebrating exceptional and groundbreaking hospitality from around the world.
Travel industry leaders and enthusiasts convened at Old Billingsgate in London to recognise outstanding hotel experiences worldwide, setting new standards of excellence and serving as a source of inspiration for travellers and hospitality professionals alike.
Rosewood Hong Kong (No.1), towering over Victoria Harbour on the Kowloon waterfront, takes the top spot on The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 list, climbing two places from No.3 in the 2024 list, to also clinch The Best Hotel in Asia title.
Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World’s 50 Best Hotels, comments: “We are delighted to share the list of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 and to celebrate Rosewood Hong Kong’s No.1 spot – a property that has featured in the top three since the inception of the awards in 2023. This exceptional hotel offers world-class service and sensational guest experiences in the heart of one of the world’s most bustling and dynamic destinations. Rosewood Hong Kong’s positioning as No.1 further consolidates Asia as a leading luxury travel destination for both business and leisure travellers. This year’s list is a true celebration of the very best properties from 22 destinations across six continents, and we look forward to watching and championing the continued growth and success of The World’s 50 Best Hotels in the future.”
The No.2 spot goes to Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, a 299-room urban riverside retreat in the heart of the city’s creative district. Elsewhere in the Thai capital, last year’s No.1, Capella Bangkok, surrounded by lush gardens on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River, takes the No.3 spot.
Australia was represented by new entry Capella Sydney, in 12th position and Brisbane’s The Calile Hotel in 34th spot. The evening also celebrated those honoured with special awards, including Southern Ocean Lodge in Australia, situated on Kangaroo Island with spectacular views of the Southern Ocean, which was named the American Express Travel One To Watch Award winner.
The World’s 50 Best Hotels awards 2025 marks the third year of the prestigious global ranking and another step in 50 Best’s journey towards becoming the ultimate global reference point for the very best hospitality experiences across the globe, encompassing restaurants, bars and hotels.
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