The top spot on the list was secured by Passalacqua, a luxurious boutique hotel nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Como.
The announcement of the world’s top 50 hotels took place during a prestigious awards ceremony hosted in London. These exceptional hotels hail from 35 different destinations spread across six continents worldwide. The historic Guildhall served as the venue for this event, celebrating outstanding hotel experiences that will inspire the dreams and ambitions of travellers, consumers, and hoteliers alike.
Securing the coveted top spot on this list is Passalacqua, a luxurious boutique hotel gracing the shores of Lake Como. This 18th-century villa boasts magnificent terraced gardens cascading down to the water’s edge, offering an exquisite 24-room property that exudes the ambience of a private residence, as stated in the press release.
Rosewood Hong Kong, nestled in the city’s Victoria Dockside arts and design district, commanding breathtaking views of the harbor, secured the second position, while Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River in Bangkok earned the third spot.
The sole Indian representative among the world’s top 50 hotels is Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra, securing the 45th position. Located just a short distance from the iconic Taj Mahal, this hotel boasts expansive, beautifully landscaped grounds.
Expressing their delight, the hotel shared their appreciation for being featured in the Inaugural Ranking of the World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023. They expressed their honor of being the sole Indian hotel on this prestigious list and affirmed their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional experiences for their guests. They warmly welcomed travellers from around the world to discover the Taj Mahal’s magic from their exceptional vantage point.
Here are the top 10 rankings:
1. Passalacqua, Moltrasio
2. Rosewood Hong Kong, Hong Kong
3. Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Bangkok
4. The Upper House, Hong Kong
5. Aman Tokyo, Tokyo
6. La Mamounia, Marrakech
7. Soneva Fushi, Maldives
8. One&Only Mandarina, Puerto Vallarta
9. Four Seasons Firenze, Florence
10. Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Bangkok
Tim Brooke-Webb, the Managing Director for the World’s Best Hotels, expressed his fulfilment at witnessing hoteliers from across the globe come together in London to celebrate each other’s accomplishments during the inaugural awards ceremony of The World’s 50 Best Hotels. He extended heartfelt congratulations to every hotel featured on the list and expressed the hope that this list would inspire travel enthusiasts to book stays at truly exceptional destinations for their upcoming trips.
