Hilton Earns Top Recognition in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards from U.S. and U.K. Readers
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- Oct 8, 2025
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Hilton releases the results of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, spotlighting over 47 properties within its brand portfolio that have been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers in both U.S. and U.K. markets. This recognition reflects Hilton’s ongoing commitment to delivering world-class experiences across the globe, with hotels and resorts from Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, Signia by Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton and Tapestry Collection by Hilton ranked.
Four Hilton properties received first-place rankings from readers in their respective categories, and 19 Hilton properties were ranked in the top five in their markets.
“We’re honored to see our hotels consistently ranked among the best in the world, as we continue to build guest loyalty through unforgettable stay experiences,” said Chris Silcock, president, global brands and commercial services, Hilton. “This year’s recognition in the Condé Nast Traveler Awards would not be possible without our team members’ dedication to delivering exceptional service, and we look forward to carrying this strong momentum into 2026.”
In the U.S. survey, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts saw incredible recognition at its properties around the world, with three properties receiving first-place rankings: The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel as the No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans, Waldorf Astoria Park City the No. 1 Resort in Mountain West, and Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal recognized as the No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico, further spotlighting how beloved the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand is among travelers, due to its longstanding commitment to timeless elegance, once-in-a-lifetime experiences and sophisticated accommodations for its guests. In 2025, the luxury Waldorf Astoria brand portfolio reopened Waldorf Astoria New York as the brand flagship, an integral opening to the Waldorf Astoria brand story, its modernization, and the next era of luxury.
Best known worldwide for its purposeful service and bold design, 11 Conrad Hotels & Resorts were recognized by U.S. readers, with five stunning APAC properties receiving awards in the top five placements of their respective regions: Conrad Tokyo was recognized as the No. 4 Hotel in Japan for the second year running, Conrad Beijing received the No. 4 Hotel in Beijing placement, Conrad Seoul received the No. 4 Hotel in Northern Asia placement, Conrad Bangkok was named the No. 5 Hotel in Bangkok and Conrad Dubai received the No. 5 Hotel in The Middle East placement.
Within the growing LXR Hotels & Resorts brand, ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts was named the No. 6 Hotel in Japan and Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts was spotlighted as the No. 7 Resort in The Southwest.
Signia by Hilton, Hilton’s portfolio of premier hotels and resorts located in dynamic destinations around the world, marked its growth and success with the newly signed and converted Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa, recognized as the No. 8 Resort in the Southwest.
Five Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties, Hilton’s flagship brand, where the world comes together and travelers are masterfully hosted with expertise and care, were celebrated by U.S. readers. Highlights include Hilton Anaheim, ranked the No. 7 Hotel in Southern California, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, recognized as the No. 7 Resort in Florida, theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel honored as the No. 8 Hotel in Chicago and Hilton Anatole named the No. 12 Hotel in Texas.
This year's awards recognized 11 individually remarkable Curio Collection by Hilton properties, led by The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton, which earned the No. 1 Hotel ranking in Colorado and the No. 31 Hotel in The World. Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, secured the No. 2 spot among Resorts in Southern California. The brand also claimed the No. 3 and No. 4 positions in the Resorts in Florida Keys category, with Baker’s Cay Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton and Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton, respectively.
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, was awarded the No. 4 Hotel in the Northeast, highlighting the brand's original, vibrant personality.
For the second year running, the Condé Nast Traveler team also featured separate survey results for the United Kingdom. In the U.K. awards, readers selected three properties from the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand, including Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah as the No. 3 Hotel in The Middle East, Waldorf Astoria Berlin as the No. 10 Hotel in the Rest of Europe category, and Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills as No. 17 in the Rest of USA category.
Additionally, NoMad London, the brand's first luxury hotel bookable under Hilton's portfolio, located in Covent Garden’s historic Bow Street Magistrates Court, was named the No. 33 Hotel in London by U.K. readers this year. Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, the No. 3 Hotel in Italy, and The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton, the No. 19 Hotel in the rest of the U.K., were also recognized.
Returning for its 38th year, the annual Readers’ Choice Awards from Condé Nast Traveler continues to capture the travel experiences its readers love best. From hotels and resorts to airlines, airports, cruise lines, cities and more, a spot on this annual list represents a prestigious celebration of the leading brands and businesses within the travel industry.
The following Hilton properties were featured in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards:
U.S. Survey Results
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel - No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal - No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico and No. 41 Resort in The World
Waldorf Astoria Park City - No.1 Resort in the Mountain West and No. 4 Resort in The World
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills - No. 4 Hotel in LA
Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas - No. 6 Hotel in Las Vegas
Waldorf Astoria Orlando - No. 4 Resort in Orlando
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort - No. 7 Resort in Hawaii
Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel - No. 7 Hotel in Rome
Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead - No. 9 Hotel in The South
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi - No. 12 Resort in the Indian Ocean
U.K. Survey Results
Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah - No. 3 Hotel in The Middle East
Waldorf Astoria Berlin - No. 10 Hotel in Rest of Europe
Waldorf Astoria Beverley Hills - No. 17 in the Rest of USA
Hotel Maria (converting to Waldorf Astoria Helsinki in October 2025) - No. 21 in Rest of Europe
U.S. Survey Results
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts - No. 6 Hotel in Japan
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts - No. 7 Resort in the Southwest
U.S. Survey Results
Conrad Tokyo - No. 4 Hotel in Japan
Conrad Beijing - No. 4 Hotel in Beijing
Conrad Seoul - No. 4 Hotel in Northern Asia
Conrad Bangkok - No. 5 Hotel in Bangkok
Conrad Dubai - No. 5 Hotel in the Middle East
Conrad Orlando - No. 7 Hotel in Florida
Conrad Singapore Marina Bay - No. 7 Hotel in Singapore
Conrad Singapore Orchard - No. 8 Hotel in Singapore
Conrad Shenyang - No. 9 Hotel in China
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya - No. 10 Resort in Eastern Mexico
Conrad Koh Samui - No. 12 Resort in Thailand
U.K. Survey Results
NoMad London - No. 33 Hotel in London
U.S. Survey Results
Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa - No. 8 Resort in the Southwest
U.S. Survey Results
Hilton Anaheim - No. 7 Hotel in Southern California
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa - No. 7 Resort in Florida
theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel - No. 8 Hotel in Chicago
Hilton Anatole - No. 12 Hotel in Texas
U.K. Survey Results
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice - No. 3 Hotel in Italy
U.S. Survey Results
The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 1 Hotel in Colorado and No. 31 Hotel in The World
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 2 Resort in Southern California
Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 3 Resort in Florida Keys
The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 4 Hotel in the South
Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 4 Resort in Florida Keys
Scottsdale Resort and Spa Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 4 Resort in the Southwest
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 6 Hotel in Chicago
The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 8 Hotel in the South
The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 9 Hotel in Charleston
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 7 Hotel in Las Vegas
Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 14 Hotel in Colorado
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 8 Hotel in the United Kingdom
U.K. Survey Results
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton - No. 19 Hotel in the Rest of the United Kingdom
U.S. Survey Results
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection by Hilton - No. 4 Hotel in the Northeast
The 2025 Reader's Choice Awards are currently featured on cntraveler.com and will also appear in the October print issue of the magazine. Read more here
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