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Best Luxury Hotel Brand: Auberge Resorts Collection wins
Best Luxury Hotel Brand (2020)
- Auberge Resorts Collection
- 1 Hotels
- Omni Hotels & Resorts
- Kimpton Hotels
- InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
- Belmond
- The Langham Hotels & Resorts
- Pendry Hotels & Resorts
- Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
- Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
A panel of experts partnered with 10Best editors to pick the initial nominees, and the top 10 winners were determined by popular vote.
Congratulations to all these winning hotel brands!
- Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
- Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
- Pendry Hotels & Resorts
- The Langham Hotels & Resorts
- Belmond
- InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
- Kimpton Hotels
- Omni Hotels & Resorts
- 1 Hotels
- Auberge Resorts Collection
Photo courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
No. 10:
True to the spirit of the original Waldorf Astoria in New York, the entire collection of Waldorf Astoria hotels feature timeless luxury and a commitment to service. Guests have access to a personal concierge, unique dining experiences and some of the world's most blissful spas.
Photo courtesy of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
No. 9:
Some of the world's most iconic hotels, including The Plaza in New York, can be found among the 70 properties of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Whether staying at a hotel in an exciting urban center or pristine natural area, guests at Fairmont hotels can expect an authentic experience with amenities inspired by each local destination, from lei-making experiences at the Fairmont Orchid in Hawaii to complimentary bikes for exploring the wineries near Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa.
Photo courtesy of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
No. 8:
Pendry Hotels & Resorts welcome guests to contemporary properties designed with “the new luxury traveler” in mind. Upscale amenities include welcome cocktails, impeccable service and an emphasis on the local art and community scene in the city each hotel calls home. The brand debuted in 2017 with hotels in San Diego and Baltimore, with other properties in New York, Park City (winter 2021), Washington (2022) and West Hollywood (2020).
Photo courtesy of The Langham Hotels & Resorts
No. 7:
In 1865, the Langham, London opened as Europe's first Grand Hotel. Today, Langham Hotels & Resorts continues to offer classic luxury, timeless elegance and a commitment to "The Art of the Stay." Guests will always find a vase of fresh-cut pink roses in the hotel lobby, an elegant afternoon tea service and spas inspired by the five elements, metal, fire, wood, earth and water.
No. 6:
Belmond specializes in luxury hotels, trains and river cruises across the globe, including some of the world's most iconic experiences (think a journey on the Orient Express). In the U.S. the brand currently operates hotels in New York, Charleston and Santa Barbara.
Photo courtesy of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
No. 5:
Located in diverse destinations around the globe (including two dozen in the U.S.), InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has been offering its guests distinctive style and modern luxury since the first property opened in 1949. Iconic properties include The Willard in Washington, D.C. and the Amstel Amsterdam.
Photo courtesy of Cris Molina / Kimpton Hotels
No. 4:
Under the umbrella of the InterContinental Hotels Group, Kimpton Hotels was among the first boutique hotel companies in the U.S. Guests at Kimpton properties across the country enjoy a hosted evening wine hour each day, pet-friendly rooms, distinctive (and often historic) architecture and the peace of mind that comes with staying in a Green Key certified hotel.
Photo courtesy of Omni Hotels & Resorts
No. 3:
Guests at Omni Hotels & Resorts throughout North America enjoy plenty of local flavor without sacrificing luxe amenities, including signature restaurants, robust wellness options and big savings through the Select Guest loyalty program. Many of the 60 Omni properties are also historically significant hotels, like the Omni Bedford Springs Resort or the Omni Homestead Resort.
No. 2:
Sustainability sits front and center at every 1 Hotels property; from the Lobby Farmstand selling “imperfect” produce to filtered water in rooms to recycled hangers and paper, guests will find eco-friendly touches throughout their stay. The brand already operates hotels in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Miami and Los Angeles, with new locations planned for Nashville, San Francisco, Sunnyvale and Toronto.
Photo courtesy of Auberge Resorts Collection
No. 1:
The Auberge Resorts Collection of hotels includes luxury boutique gems throughout the world, including gems in the U.S. like the Auberge du Soliel and Calistoga Ranch in Napa Valley and Hotel Jerome in Aspen. No matter the property, guests at Auberge resorts can expect an authentic sense of place, menus featuring fresh and locally sourced ingredients, indulgent spas and specially crafted experiences.
Congratulations to all these winning hotel brands!
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The Experts
Ava Roxanne Stritt
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Ava Roxanne Stritt
Ava Roxanne Stritt has been called the most influential person in the world on spa travel and a top authority on luxury and wellness travel. She transforms the idea of a regular spa day into a full wellness adventure! You can always find this freelance writer searching for unique experiences near and far. Follow her adventures at Spa Travel Gal and @SpaTravelGal to get inspired!
Christopher Parr
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Christopher Parr is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Pursuitist, one of the world’s most influential luxury lifestyle and travel guides. Named a "Top 10 Luxury Travel Blogger” by USA Today 10Best, Parr has also been selected as the official winner in Luxury Lifestyle Awards’ 2023 list of the “Top 50 Best Luxury Influencers and Bloggers in the World.” In addition to Pursuitist, Christopher is a contributor to numerous travel and luxury publications and TV shows, including being the host of Travel Tuesday on CBS. Follow along on Twitter.
Christopher Parr
Christopher Parr is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Pursuitist, one of the world’s most influential luxury lifestyle and travel guides. Named a "Top 10 Luxury Travel Blogger” by USA Today 10Best, Parr has also been selected as the official winner in Luxury Lifestyle Awards’ 2023 list of the “Top 50 Best Luxury Influencers and Bloggers in the World.” In addition to Pursuitist, Christopher is a contributor to numerous travel and luxury publications and TV shows, including being the host of Travel Tuesday on CBS. Follow along on Twitter.
Danielle Pointdujour
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Danielle Pointdujour is an author, journalist, and media personality with an enviable obsession with luxury travel and a passion for helping top brands reach and connect with consumers and power players in the Black travel space. As a journalist, her writing has been published on popular digital sites such as Yahoo Travel, Travel Noire, Cosmopolitan, and Travel + Leisure. She has also held roles as Lifestyle Editor at ESSENCE Magazine and Senior Lifestyle Editor at EBONY Magazine. Follow her on Instagram or see more of her work on her website.
Danielle Pointdujour
Danielle Pointdujour is an author, journalist, and media personality with an enviable obsession with luxury travel and a passion for helping top brands reach and connect with consumers and power players in the Black travel space. As a journalist, her writing has been published on popular digital sites such as Yahoo Travel, Travel Noire, Cosmopolitan, and Travel + Leisure. She has also held roles as Lifestyle Editor at ESSENCE Magazine and Senior Lifestyle Editor at EBONY Magazine. Follow her on Instagram or see more of her work on her website.
Eric Grossman
Eric Grossman is a travel and food/drink writer... Read More
Eric Grossman is a travel and food/drink writer who has visited more than 60 countries. Always up for an adventure, Eric is constantly searching for new and inspiring experiences, with a keen interest in luxury travel and urban exploration. Memorable experiences have run the gamut from discussing the future of food with Ferran Adrià to sharing a stage with Coldplay.
Eric Grossman
Eric Grossman is a travel and food/drink writer who has visited more than 60 countries. Always up for an adventure, Eric is constantly searching for new and inspiring experiences, with a keen interest in luxury travel and urban exploration. Memorable experiences have run the gamut from discussing the future of food with Ferran Adrià to sharing a stage with Coldplay.
Gerrish Lopez
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Gerrish Lopez is a food and travel writer/photographer whose adventures have taken her from tiny islands (Isle of Man, Lanai) to mega-cities like Mexico City and Hong Kong. A former vegetarian, Gerrish has grown to appreciate carnivorous fare through sampling the best meats in the world, including smoked pork jowl in Thailand and whole hog barbecue in South Carolina. Gerrish is always looking for products and services to make her travels easier and more efficient.
Gerrish Lopez
Gerrish Lopez is a food and travel writer/photographer whose adventures have taken her from tiny islands (Isle of Man, Lanai) to mega-cities like Mexico City and Hong Kong. A former vegetarian, Gerrish has grown to appreciate carnivorous fare through sampling the best meats in the world, including smoked pork jowl in Thailand and whole hog barbecue in South Carolina. Gerrish is always looking for products and services to make her travels easier and more efficient.
Marla Cimini
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music... Read More
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (and combining those whenever possible)! As an avid globetrotter, she encourages respecting and learning about other cultures while traveling. She has visited Hawaii multiple times, and has explored destinations worldwide, including the Mediterranean region, South America, Asia and more. Marla is a contributor to Fodor’s Hawaii guidebooks (Oahu and Kauai 2020) and her articles have appeared in a number of international publications. She calls New Jersey (Philadelphia area) home. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter and read her travel tips and adventures on her website.
Marla Cimini
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (and combining those whenever possible)! As an avid globetrotter, she encourages respecting and learning about other cultures while traveling. She has visited Hawaii multiple times, and has explored destinations worldwide, including the Mediterranean region, South America, Asia and more. Marla is a contributor to Fodor’s Hawaii guidebooks (Oahu and Kauai 2020) and her articles have appeared in a number of international publications. She calls New Jersey (Philadelphia area) home. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter and read her travel tips and adventures on her website.
