Oberoi Hotels and Jennifer Polland
We've created the ultimate list of the best hotels in the world by aggregating four notable hotel rankings made by elite travel publications and websites.
The rankings we used were Travel + Leisure's World's Best Hotel Awards, Condé Nast Traveler's Top 100 Hotels & Resorts (part of its annual Reader's Choice Awards), TripAdvisor's Top 25 Hotels In The World (part of its annual Travelers' Choice Awards), and the Fodor's 100 Hotel Awards.
26. Nayara Springs
Located in the heart of Arenal Volcano National Park, Nayara Springs allows guests to immerse themselves in nature while still enjoying all the amenities of a luxury hotel, like a gorgeous spa, fine restaurants, daily yoga classes, Spanish lessons, and insanely luxurious guest rooms, which feature private plunge pools fed by natural mineral hot springs.
It took the No. 2 spot on Travel + Leisure's list.
Nayara Springs
25. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa (formerly The Chedi)
This premier hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand, rebranded as an Anantara property in November 2013, but it remains one of the top hotels in northern Thailand. It's on the Mae Ping River on the former grounds of the British consulate. It feels historic with modern amenities.
The hotel ranked on both Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.
24. The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs (TIE)
This remote New Zealand hotel took the top spot on our list of the World's Best Hotels last year, but now sits at No. 24. The private retreat is located on 6,000 acres and has golf, tennis, beach access, an infinity pool, and a renowned spa to keep guests entertained.
The hotel tied for No. 1 on Condé Nast Traveler's list, but didn't make any other lists on our ranking.
24. La Residence Franschhoek (TIE)
Located on a 30-acre private estate in the heart of South Africa's wine country, La Residence Franschhoek is an opulent yet homey property renowned for its stellar service and gorgeous views of the nearby mountains and vineyards.
The hotel tied for No. 1 on Condé Nast Traveler's list, but dropped down in our ranking because it didn't make any other lists.
24. Triple Creek Ranch (TIE)
Triple Creek Ranch is a rustic yet elegant ranch in Montana's Big Sky Country. Guests can stay in private cabins or suites and take advantage of Montana's endless wilderness by hiking, horseback riding, rafting, or skiing.
The hotel took the No. 1 spot on Travel + Leisure's list but didn't make any other lists in our ranking.
21. 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
The 21c Museum Hotel is not just a contemporary boutique hotel. It's also a contemporary art museum and cultural civic center. After checking out cool art installations and exhibits in the public areas, guests can retreat to their rooms, which are modern and subdued.
The hotel ranked on both Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
20. Jade Mountain St. Lucia
Jade Mountain benefits from the natural beauty of Soufriere's hilly terrain and terrific sea views. Each of the 29 suites is unique, but all have only three walls, offering unbelievable panoramic views.
It took the No. 31 spot on T+L's list and the No. 63 spot on Condé Nast Traveler's list.
Jade Mountain St. Lucia
19. Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Located on Mexico's gorgeous Riviera Maya, the Banyan Tree Mayakoba is renowned for its incredible service and its location, which allows guests to access the beach and the unique ecosystem of mangroves, lagoons, and dunes.
The hotel ranked on both Travel + Leisure (No. 40) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 52).
18. The Peninsula Bangkok
Overlooking the Chao Phraya River, The Peninsula Bangkok is revered as one of the best hotels in Bangkok. The luxury hotel has modern rooms, a gorgeous rooftop pool, a great spa, and exceptional service.
It ranked high on Travel + Leisure (No. 13), but a bit lower at No. 75 on Condé Nast Traveler.
17. Taj Lake Palace
With its striking all-white marble facade set near Lake Pichola in northern India, you can't miss the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur. The hotel was once the palace of a Raj, and today it still feels like it's fit for royalty.
It ranked high on both Travel + Leisure (No. 10) and TripAdvisor (No. 17).
16. Rambagh Palace
The Taj Rambagh Palace is fit for a Maharaja with its sprawling manicured gardens, opulent rooms, and grand architecture. Guests rave about the hospitable service and over-the-top luxury.
The Taj hotel ranked at No. 32 on Travel + Leisure and No. 52 on Condé Nast Traveler.
15. Le Bristol
Le Bristol stands for French luxury. It's one of the few hotels in France to be awarded "Palace" status — the country's highest star rating possible. It's home to a three-star Michelin restaurant, a private spa, and Le Bar du Bristol.
It ranked on both Travel + Leisure (No. 45) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 38).
14. Capella Pedregal
The Capella Pedregal has one of the best locations in Mexico, right on the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula. The 24-acre property accesses the beach and mountains and features large oceanfront pools, restaurants, and rooms.
It ranked on both Travel + Leisure (No. 15) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 63).
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13. Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
With its private over-water bungalow suites (many of which have plunge pools) and endless views of the clear turquoise waters of the South Pacific, the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is the stuff of honeymoons.
Last year, the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora ranked at No. 3 on our list, but this year it dropped down 10 spots. It ranked on three lists: T+L's (No. 59), Condé Nast Traveler (No. 22), and TripAdvisor (No. 24).
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12. Four Seasons Hotel Firenze (TIE)
Guests who stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, a converted palazzo and conventino, feel like they're living in a Renaissance-era Italian palazzo, with its gilded ceilings, frescoes and murals, and luxurious decor.
The Florence hotel ranked on three lists: Travel + Leisure (No. 44), Conde Nast Traveler (No. 33), and TripAdvisor (No. 25).
12. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet (TIE)
The Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet was once a neo-Classical Turkish prison, but today it's a luxurious hotel with 65 spacious rooms and suites that are a far cry from a prison cell.
The hotel ranked high on Travel + Leisure (No. 18) and TripAdvisor's (No. 13) lists, but fell lower on Condé Nast Traveler (No. 91).
10. Singita Kruger National Park
This property in Kruger park is the perfect place to stay in luxury while on safari. There are two lodges on the property (Lebombo Lodge and Sweni Lodge), and the resort offers twice-daily game drives.
The hotel ranked at No. 4 on our list last year, but dropped six spots because it made only two lists this year: T+L (No. 19) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 52).
9. St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
With its secluded location in Punta Mita overlooking the Pacific Ocean, its luxe amenities, and its exceptional service, the St. Regis Punta Mita is the ideal hotel for honeymooners.
It ranked at No. 16 on Travel + Leisure and No. 8 on TripAdvisor.
St. Regis Punta Mita
8. Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve
Set in the middle of Kruger National Park (home to The Big Five), Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve embodies luxury safari.
Last year it made our list at No. 5, but it dropped down three spots this year. It ranked high on both T+L's (No. 38) and Condé Nast's (No. 25) lists.
7. Inn at Palmetto Bluff (TIE)
Visit the Inn at Palmetto Bluff for rustic, secluded cottages that bump up against vibrant wetlands and marine forests. Guests can enjoy horseback riding excursions and trips on the hotel's 100-year-old yacht.
It was No. 9 on our list last year, but moved up two spots thanks to its rankings on both Travel + Leisure (No. 46) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 11).
7. One&Only Palmilla Los Cabos (TIE)
Located at the southernmost tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula, the One&Only Palmilla overlooks the Pacific Ocean and the craggy rocks that jut out from it. The resort has a vintage Mexican feel, but with luxe amenities like a spa, golf course, pools, restaurants helmed by a Michelin-starred chef, and a private yacht.
It ranked on Travel + Leisure (No. 35) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 22).
5. The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club
The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club is a golfer's paradise with three renowned golf courses (including Plantation and Seaside, two 18-hole championship courses) and a top golf performance center. After a day of golf, guests can unwind in the luxe accommodations or indulge in a treatment at the spa.
The hotel made Travel + Leisure (No. 12) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 31).
4. Rosewood Mayakoba
Regarded as one of the best luxury properties in Mexico, the Rosewood Mayakoba puts guests in close proximity to the Yucatan's gorgeous white sand beaches, cenotes, and ancient Mayan ruins. The hotel has luxurious suites that either overlook the ocean or a private quiet lagoon, and are filled with high-end amenities like butler service and private plunge pools.
The hotel ranked high on both Travel + Leisure (No. 25) and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 15).
3. Nayara Hotel Spa & Gardens
Located in the middle of the Costa Rican rain forest, the Nayara Hotel Spa & Gardens feels like a tropical retreat with stellar service, a luxurious spa, fine restaurants, and spacious rooms.
It's considered one of the most romantic resorts, and ranked highly on three rankings: TripAdvisor (No. 4), Travel + Leisure (No. 23), and Condé Nast Traveler (No. 63).
2. Singita Sabi Sand
Singita Sabi Sand offers two stunning lodge options, the rustic and stylish Boulder Lodge and the more traditional Ebony Lodge, whose rooms offer views of bathing elephants.
The African property ranked very high on both Condé Nast Traveler's list (No. 3) and T+L's list (No. 7).
1. Oberoi Udaivilas
The Oberoi Udaivilas took the no. 2 spot on our list last year, but moved to the top of the list this year.
The whole experience of staying here is over the top: Guests arrive at the grand estate by private boat, then go on to their private suites, many of which have private pools and terraces.
It regularly makes "world's best" lists, and this year it ranked on T+L's (No. 9), Condé Nast's (No. 46), and TripAdvisor's (No. 5) lists.
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