2026 Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards - Results, Updates and Insights
The Readers’ Choice Awards are among the most respected rankings in the travel industry. This year, Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,000 survey responses from readers, offering a comprehensive look at the destinations and hotels they most look forward to revisiting. Celebrating its long-standing legacy as one of the industry’s most prestigious accolades, Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards remain a benchmark of excellence and authenticity in global travel. In the following, we present selected press releases gathered from renowned hotels and hotel groups worldwide regarding their listings (This article will be updated daily with the new press releases coming in):
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island Named Among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island celebrates its second consecutive year of recognition in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, ranking No. 14 among the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean.
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate exceptional hotels, resorts, and destinations from around the world, based on the experiences and votes of travelers who have enjoyed memorable stays and outstanding hospitality.
“We are truly honored to be recognized once again by Condé Nast Traveler readers,” says Budi Widodo, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island. “This recognition is a testament to the passion and dedication of our incredible team, whose genuine care shapes the experiences our guests remember long after they leave. We are deeply grateful to our guests around the world for continuing to choose Desroches and for recognizing the magic of this very special island.”
Just 35 minutes from Mahé, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island offers 14 kilometers (9 miles) of untouched beaches and crystal-clear waters. Guests can discover Desroches through experiences that celebrate its natural beauty, from ocean adventures, guided surfing, and stargazing to encounters with the island’s Aldabra giant tortoises at the Tortoise Sanctuary. Adding to its nature-led experiences, the Resort is also celebrating the return of the hawksbill sea turtle nesting season, offering guests a rare opportunity to witness this remarkable wildlife spectacle while supporting ongoing conservation efforts.
A Season of Distinction at Desroches Island
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards recognition follows two further notable accolades for Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island. The resort was recently awarded One Michelin Key in the 2026 Michelin Guide, recognizing hotels that offer exceptional stays following anonymous evaluations by Michelin inspectors; as well as being named one of the top three finalists for “Best Wellness Journey of the Year” at the SpaChina Wellness & Spa Awards 2026.
Together, the accolades celebrate the distinctive character of Desroches Island, from its remote setting and extraordinary natural environment to the genuine hospitality and thoughtful experiences that shape each guest’s stay... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla Named Among the Top Resorts in Condé Nast Traveler's 2023 Readers' Choice Awards
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla has been recognized among the Caribbean’s top resorts in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2026, one of the travel industry's most respected and influential awards programs.
"We are honored to be recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and grateful to the guests who continue to choose Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla for their Caribbean escapes," says Diego Stembert, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla. “This recognition reflects the passion and dedication of our team, who bring the beauty, warmth, and spirit of Anguilla to life for every guest. Through genuine care, personalized service, and meaningful experiences, we strive to create lasting connections to this remarkable destination, and it’s rewarding to see that resonate with travelers from around the world.”
Set along the shores of Barnes Bay and Meads Bay, Four Seasons Resort Anguilla offers a collection of suites, villas, townhomes, penthouses, and residences designed to deliver space, privacy, and breathtaking ocean views. Guests can enjoy five distinct dining experiences, world-class wellness and fitness programming, tennis and recreation facilities, watersports, and curated adventures on land and sea, all delivered with the genuine care and personalized service that define the Four Seasons experience.
The recognition adds to a year of notable achievements for the resort, including retaining Two Michelin Keys in the Michelin Guide Hotel Selection 2026 and earning Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction, awarded to properties that have appeared across all three of the publication's flagship awards: the Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards. Together, these honors further reinforce the resort's position among the world's leading luxury hospitality destinations.
Voted on by thousands of passionate travelers annually, the Readers’ Choice Awards are among the most respected rankings in the travel industry. This year, Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,000 survey responses from readers, offering a comprehensive look at the destinations and hotels they most look forward to revisiting. Celebrating its long-standing legacy as one of the industry’s most prestigious accolades, the Readers’ Choice Awards remain a benchmark of excellence and authenticity in global travel.. Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Named Among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2023
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles has been recognized in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, earning No. 20 among the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean.
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate exceptional hotels, resorts, and destinations from around the world, based on the experiences and votes of travelers who have enjoyed memorable stays and outstanding hospitality.
“We are deeply grateful to the readers who have recognized Four Seasons Resort Seychelles among the Indian Ocean’s leading resorts,” says Nitin Abbi, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles. “This recognition reflects the extraordinary passion of our team and their commitment to creating meaningful moments for our guests. We are proud to share the beauty and spirit of Seychelles with travelers from around the world and look forward to continuing to create unforgettable experiences at Petite Anse.”
Set on Mahe Island at Petite Anse, Baie Lazare, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers a secluded island retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Seychelles. Its hillside setting features tree-house villas overlooking the turquoise waters of Petite Anse Bay, alongside a hilltop spa, beachfront dining, and experiences designed for both couples and families.
The Resort has also recently expanded its guest experiences with the opening of Il Forno, a new beachfront restaurant celebrating Neapolitan cuisine; alongside new marine discovery experiences led by resident marine biologists, inviting guests to explore Petite Anse through snorkeling and hands-on conservation activities.
Celebrating Exceptional Service and Island Hospitality
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards recognition adds to a series of recent accolades for Four Seasons Resort Seychelles.
The Resort was also awarded One Michelin Key in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 hotel selection, recognizing hotels that offer exceptional stays following anonymous evaluations by Michelin inspectors.
Le Syel Spa was also named Best Wellness and Spa Design of the Year at the SpaChina Wellness & Spa Awards 2026, celebrating its distinctive design and holistic approach to wellbeing.
Together, these accolades celebrate Four Seasons Resort Seychelles for its exceptional setting, warm hospitality, thoughtful design, approach to wellbeing, and deep connection to the island... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Minor Hotels Celebrates 30 Wins and Top Regional Rankings in the CNT Readers' Choice Awards
Anantara properties score top spot in ‘Rest of Africa’ and No. 2 in the Middle East, alongside multiple top-10 placements across Europe and Thailand, and a debut for The Vietage by Anantara among the World’s Top Trains
Minor Hotels is celebrating widespread recognition in the US and UK editions of Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, with 30 wins across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Its flagship luxury brand, Anantara, earned the No. 1 spot in ‘Rest of Africa’ and No. 2 in the Middle East, alongside top-five rankings in Thailand and Italy and the debut of The Vietage by Anantara, the brand’s luxury rail experience along Vietnam’s central coast, among the World’s Top Trains.
In Africa, Minor Hotels' established luxury retreats continued their strong momentum, led by The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara, which claimed the No. 1 Resort in Rest of Africa position on the US list. In the UK Readers' Choice Awards, regional recognition extended to Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel (No. 11) and Avani Victoria Falls Resort (No. 24).
Across the Middle East, the group's desert, city, and island retreats secured multiple top rankings, led by Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, which ranked No. 2 in the US Readers' Choice Awards. The region's strong performance also highlighted the breadth of Minor Hotels' multi-brand portfolio, with Doha's Souq Waqif Boutique Hotel by Tivoli ranking No. 15 in the UK awards.
Europe also delivered strong results, reflecting Minor Hotels' growing collection of urban and resort properties. Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel, host of the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma earlier this year, ranked No. 6 in Rome, while Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam, Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel and Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel were each recognized among the leading luxury hotels in their respective destinations.
Closer to home in Asia, Minor Hotels continued to build on its long-established hospitality heritage. Along with Anantara Golden Triangle, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort also earned recognition in both the US and UK awards. Meanwhile, the newly reimagined Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel secured the No. 10 spot among Thailand's top hotels.
See the full rankings below:
Condé Nast Traveler US Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 – Hotels
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam – Amsterdam (No.6)
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel – Rome (No.6)
Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel - South of France & Monaco (No.6)
Anantara The Marker Dublin – Ireland (No.6)
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort – Thailand (No.7)
Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel – Italy (No.9)
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel – Thailand (No.10)
Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 – Hotels
Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel – Rest of Italy (No.5)
Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel – Middle East (No.11)
Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel – Eastern & Southern Africa (No.11)
FCC Angkor by Avani – South East Asia (No.13)
Souq Waqif Boutique Hotel by Tivoli – Middle East (No.15)
Anantara Angkor Resort – South East Asia (No.15)
Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel – Rest of Europe (No.23)
Condé Nast Traveler US Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 – Resorts
The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara – Rest of Africa (No.1)
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort – The Middle East (No.2)
Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara – The Middle East (No.6)
Niyama Private Islands Maldives – Indian Ocean (No.7)
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort - Thailand (No.9)
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort – The Middle East (No.9)
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort – Thailand (No.12)
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort – Asia (No.12)
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas – Indian Ocean (No.16)
Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers' Choice Awards 2026 – Resorts
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort – Thailand (No.4)
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort – Middle East (No.5)
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara – Middle East (No.6)
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort – Thailand (No.7)
Niyama Private Islands Maldives – Indian Ocean (No.19)
Avani Victoria Falls Resort – Rest of Africa (No.24)
Condé Nast Traveler US Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 – Trains
The Vietage by Anantara (No.14)
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Condé Nast Traveller Names Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Top Bora Bora Resort in Readers’ Choice Awards
Acclaimed resort also named among top 5 in Australia and the South Pacific
The Two-Michelin Key Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has been named the top resort in Bora Bora in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards. The private island resort is just one of two French Polynesia resorts included in the Australia and the South Pacific region. This year’s Readers' Choice Awards were based purely on the thousands of votes from its U.K. readership, rating hotels, resorts, airlines, cities, islands, and cruise lines from around the world. The resort's score of 96.11 represents the average ratings it received from respondents for all criteria relevant: rooms, service, food, design, activities/experiences, and location – as well as cleanliness, community investment, concierge, and facilities.
"It is a great honour to be recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveller as the top resort in Bora Bora,” says Adrien Harel, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. “Set in one of the world's most beautiful destinations, our team's passion for thoughtful hospitality and genuine care for our guests is what drives us each day... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Tamarack Resort Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Award "#21 Ski Resort in the United States"
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Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers' Choice Awards with Tamarack Resort recognized as the #21 Ski Resort in the United States.
Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with its unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades from our readers, remains the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector. The full list of winners can be found here.
"Being recognized by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler as one of the top ski resorts in the country is an incredible honor for Tamarack," said Scott Turlington, President of Tamarack Resort. "This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes directly from travelers who experienced the mountain and our community firsthand. Our team has worked tremendously hard to continue elevating the guest experience, and we're excited to build on that momentum as we head into another winter season."
Located 90 miles north of Boise on the shores of Lake Cascade, Tamarack Resort offers 2,800 vertical feet of skiing and riding across 2,000 mountain acres, with 59 named ski runs, three terrain parks, and an average of approximately 300 inches of annual snowfall. The resort combines mountain recreation with a pedestrian-friendly alpine village featuring lodging, dining, and après, as well as Nordic skiing and other winter activities.
The award also follows a year of national recognition and continued investment across Tamarack's four-season resort experience. Tamarack was named the No. 1 Resort in the West in Travel + Leisure's 2026 World's Best Awards, while Osprey Meadows Golf Course was ranked the No. 1 public-access golf course in Idaho by Golfweek for 2026. The new Tamarack Resort Marina also debuted on Lake Cascade this summer with 100 boat slips and a fuel dock... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 92 Member Hotels Recognized in the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, today announced that 92 member hotels have been named winners in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Across the U.S. and U.K. editions, the global portfolio earned more than 107 individual accolades, including more than 33 top-five placements in destination-specific categories and seven No. 1 rankings — a testament to the exceptional guest experiences delivered by Preferred Hotels & Resorts member properties around the world.
“We are incredibly proud to see 92 of our member hotels recognized in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, as voted by the publication’s highly engaged global readership,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “These honors, spanning 107 awards, including 7 #1 rankings, are a powerful reflection of the enthusiasm guests have for our independent hotels around the world. Each recognition celebrates the passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our members, who continue to deliver unforgettable experiences.”
Now in its 39th year, the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are among the travel industry’s longest-running and most esteemed honors, recognizing exceptional hotels, resorts, destinations, spas, and travel experiences around the world. This year’s survey drew responses from more than 750,000 readers of Condé Nast Traveler across dozens of categories.
The list of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ winners named to the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards includes:
The Americas & Caribbean
Alisal Ranch (Solvang, California) – Lifestyle Collection
#14 - Best Resorts in Southern California
Baccarat Hotel New York (New York, New York) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #17 - Best Hotels in New York City
Boston Harbor Hotel (Boston, Massachusetts) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#9 - Best Hotels in Boston
Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach (Pebble Beach, California) – L.V.X. Collection
#2 - Best Hotels in Northern California
Cavallo Point (Sausalito, California) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#12 - Best Hotels in Northern California
Chateau Elan (Braselton, Georgia) – L.V.X. Collection
#18 - Best Resorts in the South
*Chatham Bars Inn (Chatham, Massachusetts) – Legend Collection
#1 - Best Resorts in New England
EAST Miami (Miami, Florida) – Lifestyle Collection, Preferred Residences
#4 - Best Hotels in Miami
Eau Resort & Spa (Manalapan, Florida) – Legend Collection
#6 - Best Resorts in Florida
Farmhouse Inn (Forestville, California) – Legend Collection
#5 - Best Hotels in Northern California
FORTH Hotel & Club (Atlanta, Georgia) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#9 - Best Hotels in Atlanta
Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Cancun (Cancún, Mexico) – L.V.X. Collection
#11 - Best Resorts in Mexico (Eastern)
Half Moon (Montego Bay, Jamaica) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences Collection
#13 - Best Resorts in the Caribbean Islands
*Hotel Bennett (Charleston, South Carolina) – Legend Collection
#1 - Best Hotels in Charleston
U.K. Edition #6 - Best Hotels in the Rest of the USA
HOTEL DU PONT (Wilmington, Delaware) – Lifestyle Collection
#8 - Best Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic
Inn at Perry Cabin (St. Michaels, Maryland) – Legend Collection
#4 - Best Resorts in the Northeast & Mid-Atlantic
Inn by the Sea (Cape Elizabeth, Maine) – L.V.X. Collection
#11 - Best Resorts in New England
L'Ermitage Beverly Hills (Beverly Hills, California) – Legend Collection
#14 - Best Hotels in Los Angeles
Live Aqua Cancun All Inclusive Adults Only (Cancún, Mexico) – Lifestyle Collection
#6 - Best Resorts in Mexico (Eastern)
Montage Big Sky (Big Sky, Montana) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#2 - Best Resorts in the Mountain West
Montage Healdsburg (Healdsburg, California) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#8 - Best Resorts in Northern California
Montage Laguna Beach (Laguna Beach, California) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#2 - Best Resorts in Southern California
U.K. Edition #2 - Best Resorts in USA & Canada
Montage Los Cabos (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#5 - Best Resorts in Mexico (Western)
Montage Palmetto Bluff (Bluffton, South Carolina) – Legend Collection, Preferred
Residences
#11 - Best Resorts in the South
Nemacolin (Farmington, Pennsylvania) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#9 - Best Resorts in the Mid-Atlantic
Nobu Hotel Los Cabos (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#3 - Best World Hotels in Mexico
U.K. Edition #7 - Best Hotels in Mexico
Pendry Baltimore (Baltimore, Maryland) – L.V.X. Collection
#9 - Best Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic
Pendry San Diego (San Diego, California) – L.V.X. Collection
#21 - Best Hotels in Southern California
Peter Island Resort (Peter Island, British Virgin Islands) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#4 - Best Resorts in the Caribbean Islands
Pink Sands Resort (Harbour Island, The Bahamas) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#4 - Best Resorts in Atlantic Islands
Post Ranch Inn (Big Sur, California) – Legend Collection
#5 - Best Resorts in Northern California
U.K. Edition #4 - Best Hotels in the Rest of the USA
Rancho Bernardo Inn (San Diego, California) – L.V.X. Collection
#9 - Best Resorts in Southern California
Salamander Middleburg (Middleburg, Virginia) – Legend Collection
#19 - Best Resorts in the South
Shutters on the Beach (Santa Monica, California) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #4 - Best Hotels in the Rest of the USA
St. Julien Hotel & Spa (Boulder, Colorado) – L.V.X. Collection
#8 - Best Hotels in Colorado
Surf & Sand Laguna Beach (Laguna Beach, California) – L.V.X. Collection
#11 - Best Hotels in Southern California
The Adelphi Hotel (Saratoga Springs, New York) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#3 - Best Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic
The Alfond Inn (Winter Park, Florida) – L.V.X. Collection
#7 - Best Hotels in Florida
The Broadmoor (Colorado Springs, Colorado) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#11 - Best Resorts in the Mountain West
U.K. Edition #5 - Best Resorts in USA & Canada
The Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection (Saratoga, Wyoming) – Legend Collection
#9 - Best Resorts in the Mountain West
*The Charles Hotel Harvard Square (Cambridge, Massachusetts) – L.V.X. Collection
#1 - Best Hotels in Boston
The Charleston Place (Charleston, South Carolina) – L.V.X. Collection
#6 - Best Hotels in Charleston
The Global Ambassador (Phoenix, Arizona) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #9 - Best Hotels in the Rest of the USA
Rancho Santana (Tola, Nicaragua) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#6 - Best World Hotels in Caribbean & Central America
The Jefferson Hotel (Richmond, Virginia) – Legend Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in the South
The Lake House on Canandaigua (Canandaigua, New York) – L.V.X. Collection
#5 - Best Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic
The Mark (New York, New York) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #2 - Best Hotels in New York City
*The Pfister Hotel (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) – L.V.X. Collection
#1 - Best Hotels in the Mid-West
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston (Houston, Texas) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#13 - Best Hotels in Texas
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort (Kiawah Island, South Carolina) – Legend Collection
#8 - Best Resorts in the South
The Sun Rose West Hollywood (West Hollywood, California) – L.V.X. Collection
#6 - Best Hotels in Los Angeles
The Wall Street Hotel (New York, New York) – L.V.X. Collection
#20 - Best Hotels in NYC
The Watergate Hotel (Washington, District of Columbia) – L.V.X. Collection
#4 - Best Hotels in DC
The Windsor Court (New Orleans, Louisiana) – Legend Collection
#6 - Best Hotels in New Orleans
Virgin Hotels New York City (New York, New York) – L.V.X. Collection
#9 - Best Hotels in NYC
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club (Harwich, Massachusetts) – Legend Collection
#8 - Best Resorts in New England
Woodstock Inn & Resort (Woodstock, Vermont) – L.V.X. Collection
#12 - Best Resorts in New England
XV Beacon (Boston, Massachusetts) – Legend Collection
#6 - Best Hotels in Boston
Europe, Middle East & Africa
Amerikalinjen (Oslo, Norway) – Lifestyle Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in Northern Europe
Andronis Luxury Suites (Santorini, Greece) – Legend Collection
#7 - Best Hotels in Europe/Greece
Annabelle (Paphos, Cyprus) – Lifestyle Collection
#10 - Best Resorts in Europe
Castelfalfi (Montaione, Italy) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #19 - Best Resorts in Europe
Das Edelweiss Salzburg Mountain Resort (Grossarl, Austria) – Legend Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in Central & Southern Europe
U.K. Edition #20 - Best Resorts in the Rest of Europe
Dromoland Castle (County Clare, Ireland) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#8 - Best Resorts in Europe
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) – Lifestyle Collection
#15 - Best Hotels in the Middle East
*Finca Cortesin Hotel, Golf & Spa (Casares, Spain) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
#20 - Best Resorts in Europe
U.K. Edition #1 - Best Hotels in Spain
Hayfield Manor (Cork, Ireland) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #6 - Best Hotels in Ireland
Hotel Bayerischer Hof (Munich, Germany) – Legend Collection
#13 - Best Hotels in Northern Europe
Il Salviatino (Florence, Italy) – Legend Collection
#3 - Best Hotels in Florence
U.K. Edition #7 - Best Hotels in Florence
Iniala Valletta (Valletta, Malta) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #26 - Best Hotels in the Rest of Europe
Kasbah Tamadot (Asni, Morocco) – Legend Collection
#8 - Best Hotels in Africa
Kilkea Castle (Castledermot, Ireland) – L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences
#12 - Best Resorts in Europe
Last Word Constantia (Constantia, South Africa) – Lifestyle Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in South Africa
Last Word Franschhoek (Cape Town, South Africa) – Lifestyle Collection
#11 - Best Hotels in South Africa
U.K. Edition #6 - Best Hotels in South Africa
Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti (Pinzolo, Italy) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #15 - Best Spas in the Rest of Europe
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda (Gargnano, Italy) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #20 - Best Spas in the Rest of Europe
Masseria San Domenico (Savelletri di Fasano, Italy) – Legend Collection
#20 - Best Hotels in Italy
*Passalacqua (Moltrasio, Italy) – Legend Collection
#1 - Best Hotels in Italy
U.K. Edition #18 - Best Hotels in the Rest of Italy
San Clemente Palace Venice (Venice, Italy) – Legend Collection
#5 - Best Hotels in Venice
Sommerro (Oslo, Norway) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
U.K. Edition #2 - Best Hotels in Scandinavia
The Alpina Gstaad (Gstaad, Switzerland) – Legend Collection, Preferred Residences
U.K. Edition #6 - Best Hotels in the Rest of Europe
The Beaumont Mayfair (London, United Kingdom) – Legend Collection
#6 - Best Hotels in London
U.K. Edition #40 - Best Hotels in London
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin (Dublin, Ireland) – L.V.X. Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in Ireland
U.K. Edition #9 - Best Hotels in Europe/Ireland
The Londoner (London, United Kingdom) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #19 - Best Hotels in London
*The One Palácio da Anunciada (Lisbon, Portugal) – L.V.X. Collection
#1 - Best Hotels in Portugal
The Stafford London (London, United Kingdom) – Legend Collection
#15 - Best Hotels in London
Asia & Pacific
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore (Singapore) – Legend Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in Asia/Singapore
U.K. Edition #4 - Best Hotels in Singapore
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney (Sydney, Australia) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #2 - Best Hotels in Australasia
The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel (Trivandrum, India) – L.V.X. Collection
U.K. Edition #10 - Best Resorts in India
The Leela Palace Jaipur (Jaipur, India) – Legend Collection
#10 - Best Hotels in India
U.K. Edition #18 - Best Hotels in India
The Leela Palace New Delhi (New Delhi, India) – Legend Collection
#5 - Best Hotels in India
U.K. Edition #4 - Best Hotels in India
The Leela Palace Udaipur (Udaipur, India) – Legend Collection
U.K. Edition #8 - Best Hotels in India
*Indicates #1 award recognition
The 2026 Readers' Choice Awards will be featured in the November 2026 print issue of Condé Nast Traveler (U.S.) and Condé Nast Traveller (U.K.) and are featured on each of the publication’s websites, here and here, respectively... Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo Named #1 Best Resort in Central America in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo has been named the #1 Best Resort in Central America in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the travel industry’s most celebrated annual recognitions, as voted by the publication’s readers. This award follows the resort’s recent 2026 Triple Crown distinction, and further cements the property’s position among the world’s leading luxury destinations.
“To be named the number one resort in Central America by Condé Nast Traveler readers is an incredible honor, and one that is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the travelers who know and love our resort,” says Brent Martin, General Manager, Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo. “This recognition is a testament to our extraordinary team and the genuine care they bring to every guest stay, as well as the magic of this remarkable destination here on Peninsula Papagayo. We are immensely proud to share the pura vida spirit of Costa Rica with our guests and to continue creating exceptional moments that stay with them long after they return home.”
The 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards reflect the first-person reviews of more than 750,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers in the United States, delivering one of the most representative measures of guest experience in the industry. The complete list of winners is published on Condé Nast Traveler’s website, and will be featured in the magazine’s November issue.
Set between tropical dry forest and the Pacific Ocean on Costa Rica’s Papagayo Peninsula, the resort is celebrated for its exceptional hospitality, immersive natural setting and thoughtfully curated programming. More than 130 experiences showcase the destination through wellness, golf, surf, culture, culinary offerings and nature-based adventure, complemented by expansive guest rooms, suites and private villas overlooking the Pacific.. Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel Named #1 Hotel in Los Angeles in the 2026 Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards
Out of over 1,000 hotels in the Los Angeles area, Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel is elated to announce it has been recognized as the #1 Hotel in Los Angeles in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
“As Regional Vice President and General Manager of this legendary property, it brings me great pride to know that our guests experience the same excellence and hospitality that I am fortunate to witness every day from our team,” says Reed Kandalaft, Regional Vice President and General Manager. “I am extremely proud of this recognition as it is a direct result of their warmth, genuine care and the memorable experiences they provide our guests.”
Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers in the United States, rating their travel experiences across the globe, to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with its unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades from their readers, remains the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector.
Since opening in 1928, Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel has been an icon of Hollywood glamour where cinematic history and modern luxury converge. Standing at the intersection of luxury and fashion, it is the only landmark property to anchor the Golden Triangle, offering guests unrivaled proximity, service and access - the quintessential Beverly Hills experience. The hotel features 395 refreshed accommodations as well as a Michelin-recommended steak restaurant CUT by Wolfgang Puck, all-day dining at THE Blvd Restaurant with views of Rodeo Drive, a Forbes Five-Star Spa, and outdoor Mediterranean-style pool modeled after Sophia Loren’s Italian villa pool... . Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Three Lightstone Moxy NYC Hotels Recognized Among the Top 20 Hotels in New York City, Alongside AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles, in Condé Nast Traveler's Annual Awards Honoring the Best in Travel
Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers' Choice Awards, with Lightstone's Moxy East Village, Moxy Lower East Side and Moxy Times Square recognized among the Top 20 Hotels in New York City, ranking #12, #13 and #18, respectively. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Lightstone's Moxy Hotels have been recognized by the publication.
Adding to Lightstone's portfolio-wide recognition, AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles ranked #18 among the Top 20 Hotels in Los Angeles, making it the only AC Hotel recognized across Condé Nast Traveler's U.S. and international hotel lists this year.
For the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveler received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States, who rated their travel experiences across the globe. The annual awards offer a wide-ranging look at the destinations, properties and travel experiences that resonated most with the publication's readership. The full list of winners can be found here.
"It is a meaningful honor to have three of our Moxy Hotels recognized among New York City's most favored hotels, alongside AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles as the only AC Hotel recognized across the publication's global hotel lists this year," said Mitchell Hochberg, President of Lightstone. "This recognition speaks to the strength of our brands and, most importantly, the teams behind each property. Across our portfolio, we remain focused on creating hotels that feel authentic to their surroundings, pairing thoughtful design and engaging social spaces with genuine hospitality and an accessible price...
Lightstone's Moxy Hotels serve as vibrant neighborhood hubs, welcoming both guests and locals with distinctive programming, versatile social areas, cleverly conceived guest rooms, and a diverse mix of restaurants and bars, including venues operated by leading hospitality groups such as TAO and Houston Hospitality.
Since introducing the brand to New York City, Moxy Times Square has offered an energetic alternative to the traditional hotel experience, demonstrating that affordability does not require a compromise on style or comfort. Building on Moxy's ethos of immersing guests in the character of their surroundings, Moxy East Village draws inspiration from a neighborhood where rock 'n' roll, renegade art, LGBTQ+ activism and generations of immigrants converged to shape American counterculture. More recently, Moxy Lower East Side has further evolved Lightstone's approach to design, weaving the neighborhood's rich history as a crossroads of entertainment and culture into the hotel experience and establishing itself as a defining destination within the community.
On the West Coast, AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles blends the brand's timeless Spanish heritage with DTLA's artistic soul, pairing elegant interiors with serene guest rooms and rooftop dining to create a refined retreat for thinkers and doers.. . Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Princess Cruises Named #1 Mega Cruise Ship in Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards
Princess' Sphere Class Ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, Earn Top Honors from Readers
Princess Cruises' has been named the #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, earning one of the travel industry's most coveted honors and further establishing Princess' next-generation Sphere Class ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, among the world's most celebrated for their innovative design, exceptional experiences and distinctly Princess service.
The recognition reflects the votes of Condé Nast Traveler readers and celebrates the exceptional cruise experience found aboard Princess' newest generation of ships, where innovative design, world-class dining and entertainment, inviting accommodations and warm, personalized service come together to create unforgettable vacations at sea.
"Being recognized, once again, by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler is an incredible honor and a tremendous testament to our entire Princess team," said Marie Lee, Princess Cruises Chief Marketing Officer. "Our Sphere-Class ships were designed to bring together everything guests love about Princess while introducing beautiful new spaces, experiences and innovations. Most importantly, this recognition belongs to our remarkable crew members who bring the Princess experience to life each day on every voyage with genuine warmth, dedication and hospitality."
A New Generation of Princess ShipsWith itineraries spanning Alaska (Star), the Mediterranean (Sun), Caribbean and beyond, the 177,000-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess and Star Princess represent a new generation of Princess ships, combining expansive ocean views and dramatic architectural spaces with the intimate, personalized service for which Princess is known.
The 2026 honor marks the third consecutive year Sun Princess has earned the top spot in the Mega Cruise Ship category, following wins in 2024 and 2025, while marking an impressive milestone for Star Princess in her first year of eligibility for the Readers' Choice Awards, following her recognition earlier this year on Condé Nast Traveler's prestigious 2026 Hot List.
Spectacular Spaces, Unforgettable ExperiencesDesigned to bring guests closer to the sea while introducing an array of new experiences, Sun Princess and Star Princess offer standout venues, dining, entertainment, and accommodations throughout the ship. Highlights include:
Showstopping Spaces: The Dome, a stunning glass-enclosed venue inspired by the terraces of Santorini; the soaring Piazza, surrounded by sweeping ocean views; and the technologically advanced Princess Arena.
A Culinary Journey at Sea: An impressive collection of dining and beverage experiences, including Love by Britto, Makoto Ocean and The Butcher's Block by Dario, complemented by an extensive array of restaurants, bars and lounges.
An Elevated Escape: The Sanctuary Collection offers an exclusive private retreat with premium accommodations and amenities, including the Sanctuary Club, Sanctuary Restaurant and Suite Lounge.
Entertainment Created for Sphere Class: Original production shows, live music, immersive performances and experiences designed specifically for Princess' newest generation of ships... . Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
Small Tip To Landing Good Senior-Level Hotel Management Positions in 2026 & 2027
Many of our members have remained with us since the inception of our job lead service nine years ago. They continue to renew their memberships, staying on board even after securing new positions, and for good reason.
Daily, our editors dispatch bulletins detailing new job vacancies, projects, and industry shifts, including hotel launches, expansions, strategies, and market trends.
We recognize that numerous long-standing, senior-level members utilize these bulletins as conversation starters, reaching out to hotel chains and potential employers, sometimes with unsolicited applications and messages. LHN endorses such proactive engagement. It's an excellent, informal method to gain early interest from prominent hotel groups and upcoming projects, indicating your interest and broadening your opportunities for intriguing interviews or discussions about potential roles, particularly at the upper echelons of management.
Our editors also keep these proactive efforts in mind, shaping many bulletins to cover "new openings, new projects, and new market developments."
While membership spots for 2026 are limited, it's not too late to renew.- Read more here
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