There’s nothing quite like a luxurious hotel stay to make you feel pampered and relaxed. But with so many upscale hotel chains to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you?
To help narrow down your options, here is a list of the best luxury hotel brands that offer both comfort and style. From classic staples like Belmond and Four Seasons to design hotels like COMO, there’s sure to be a brand that fits your needs.
So whether you’re looking for a five-star experience or simply want to indulge in some luxury amenities, read on for the best luxury hotel brands to check out.
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World’s Best Luxury Hotel Brands 2023
There are a lot of luxury hotel brands out there. So, how do you know which ones are the best? And, more importantly, which ones set the standards for the rest of the industry? In this article, we will take a look at the top 12 luxury hotel brands in the world.
A recently published report by LTI – Luxury Travel Intelligence (*) reveals which luxury hotel brands are at the top of their game. Over the past 12 months, they have assessed each hotel brand according to a rigorously defined algorithm.
The focus is on measuring the values and performance of the luxury hotel sector. 130 touch points each have their own weighted score value, giving a total maximum score of 4663.
These touch points cover overall brand performance of these expensive hotel chains as opposed to the performance of individual properties. A brand’s ability to offer unique travel experiences, together with the best service and a sense of place are all important elements of this assessment. Ongoing investment is another major factor, especially for new properties or renovation projects.
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Here are the results in percentages for 2023, with last year’s positions in brackets:
12. Raffles 68.5% (New entry)
11. Peninsula 69.8% (New entry)
10. Rosewood 72.1% (3)
9. Rocco Forte 73.8% (11)
8. One&Only 75.1% (7)
7. Four Seasons Hotels 76.1% (9)
6. Belmond 76.3% (8)
5. Aman 78.5% (5)
4. Six Senses 79.0% (1)
3. Auberge 79.6% (4)
2. Oetker Collection 81.3% (6)
1. Mandarin Oriental Hotels 81.4% (2)
World’s Best Hotel Brand: Mandarin Oriental
It’s interesting to note that Mandarin Oriental takes the top spot, making it the world’s best luxury hotel brand. According to the report, they have improved across all touch points, to provide an authentic blend of warm hospitality with crafted guest experiences, sustainability and wellness.
With the upcoming opening of Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London in 2024, this luxury hospitality brand continues to attract a loyal following.
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New Entries
Two luxury Asian hospitality groups have entered the top 12 for the first time. Peninsula and Raffles are committed to offering the best in global luxury hospitality.
These high end hotel chains are commended for the quality of their management. They are also known for their elevated service levels, with team members having excellent knowledge of their destinations.
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Other Top Luxury Hotel Brands
Some other of the fanciest hotel chains with more than ten properties that rated highly enough to be monitored throughout the year are (in alphabetical order): 1 Hotels, Alila, Anantara, Banyan Tree, COMO, Dorchester Collection, Firmdale, Jumeirah, Leela, Oberoi, Park Hyatt, Ritz Carlton, Shangri-La, Soho House, Red Carnation, St. Regis, Taj, The Luxury Collection, Viceroy.
Certain well known chains are conspicuous by their absence from this report, such as Fairmont Hotels and Resorts which is part of the AccorHotels Group.
Small Luxury Hotel Brands
This luxury hotel branding report has a minimum requirement of ten properties. Luxury brands that currently have less than ten properties yet rated highly when applying the algorithm are (in alphabetical order):
Airelles, Althoff Collection, Bulgari, Capella, Cheval Blanc, JK Place, La Reserve, Maybourne, Montage, Nikki Beach, Pendry, Soneva, Ultima Collection, Virgin Limited Edition.
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Final Thoughts on the Best Luxury Hotel Brands
The best hotel brands have it all: upscale accommodation, luxurious restaurants, impeccable service, memorable experiences and stunning locations. If you’re looking for a high-end vacation experience, then these are the high end hotel brands you should be looking into!
No matter which brand you choose, you’re guaranteed to enjoy a comfortable and stylish stay at these high class hotels. So why not treat yourself to a luxurious hotel stay the next time you travel? You deserve it!
LTI – Luxury Travel Intelligence is an international members only organisation which provides digital reporting on luxury hotels, spas, restaurants and nightlife.
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