World's Best The Top 25 Hotel Brands in the World in 2019 By Sarah Bruning Published on July 10, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas To stand out in the increasingly crowded hospitality industry and earn travelers' continued allegiance, hotel brands must maintain a consistently impeccable standard of service across all their locations. They must also continue to innovate and stay abreast of travelers' needs and desires. The brands that manage to excel at this earn the trust (and, importantly, repeat business) of T+L's readers, who show their appreciation each year through the World's Best survey. Every year, for the World's Best Awards survey, Travel + Leisure asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated hotel brands on their locations, rooms/facilities, food, service, and overall value. Related: The World's Best Awards 2019 This year, T+L readers championed quite a few chains with strong regional concentrations. Known for their elegant whimsy, Kit Kemp's Firmdale Hotels — a set of ten properties located in New York and London — earned the No. 17 spot, while Inkaterra — which has seven locations throughout Peru — leapt onto the list at No. 3. "Each property was unique and very beautiful," wrote one reader of the sustainable travel brand. "The Cuzco hotel is very romantic with lots of history, and the Machu Picchu property is in a natural setting surrounded by wildlife." No. 5, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts, which operates primarily in Portugal, stood out to T+L readers as being "excellent for both business and leisure." Two India-based hotel brands — the No. 10 The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts, and No. 2 Oberoi Hotels & Resorts — each earned high praise for their opulence and personalized service. Still, there's something to be said for breadth, as large international hotel brands dominated the category. The "classic brand" and "legacy" of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, which occupies the No. 25 spot, inspire loyalty among T+L readers, and just as devoted are the self-proclaimed Amanjunkies — no doubt eagerly awaiting the chain's 2020 arrival in New York City — who swear the No. 15 company delivers an "unparalleled experience." But as wellness tourism continues to boom, this year's No. 1 — a repeat winner and a leader in innovative well-being initiatives for the whole family — should come as little surprise. Read on to find out who the reigning champ is and which other brands T+L readers honored. For more on how readers' scores are compiled, refer to our Methodology. 25. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Score: 90.03 More information: st-regis.marriott.com Book This Deal The St. Regis San Francisco, skylark.com, rates from $398/night Includes $100 food & beverage credit, daily breakfast 24. The Luxury Collection Courtesy of The Luxury Collection Score: 90.33 More information: the-luxury-collection.marriott.com 23. Rocco Forte Hotels Courtesy of Rocco Forte Hotels Score: 90.61 More information: roccofortehotels.com 22. Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Score: 90.65 More information: banyantree.com 21. Belmond Courtesy of Belmond Score: 90.69 More information: belmond.com/hotels Book This Deal Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, skylark.com, rates from $204/night Includes private afternoon or evening tea, daily breakfast 20. Mandarin Oriental Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Score: 90.80 More information: mandarinoriental.com 19. Hyatt Ziva Courtesy of Hyatt Ziva Score: 91.08 More information: hyatt.com/brands/all-inclusive 18. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Score: 91.16 More information: rosewoodhotels.com 17. Firmdale Hotels Courtesy of Firmdale Hotels Score: 91.33 More information: firmdalehotels.com 16. Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Shangri La Hotels and Resorts Score: 91.47 More information: shangri-la.com Book This Deal Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo, skylark.com, rates from $517/night Includes $100 resort credit, daily breakfast 15. Aman Courtesy of Aman Score: 92.75 More information: aman.com 14. One&Only Resorts Courtesy of One&Only Resorts Score: 93.06 More information: oneandonlyresorts.com 13. Auberge Resorts Collection Courtesy of Auberge Resorts Collection Score: 93.30 More information: aubergeresorts.com 12. The Peninsula Hotels Courtesy of The Peninsula Hotels Score: 93.32 More information: peninsula.com 11. COMO Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of COMO Hotels & Resorts Score: 93.33 More information: comohotels.com 10. The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts Courtesy of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts Score: 93.41 More information: theleela.com 9. Raffles Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Raffles Hotels & Resorts Score: 93.47 More information: raffles.com Book This Deal Raffles Istanbul, skylark.com, rates from $359/night Includes Chai Time, access to the Raffles Club, $100 resort credit 8. Sofitel Legend Courtesy of Sofitel Legend Score: 93.60 More information: sofitel.accorhotels.com 7. Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas Courtesy of Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas Score: 93.74 More information: anantara.com 6. Red Carnation Hotel Collection Courtesy of Red Carnation Hotel Collection Score: 94.11 More information: redcarnationhotels.com 5. Montage Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Montage Hotels and Resorts Score: 94.60 More information: montagehotels.com 4. Tivoli Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Tivoli Hotels & Resorts Score: 94.75 More information: tivolihotels.com 3. Inkaterra Hotels Courtesy of Inkaterra Hotels Score: 94.84 More information: inkaterra.com Book This Deal Inkaterra Machu Picchu, skylark.com, rates from $497/night Includes de-stress massage, aromatherapy welcome kit, daily breakfast 2. Oberoi Hotels & Resorts Courtesy of Oberoi Hotels & Resorts Score: 95.24 More information: oberoihotels.com 1. Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas Courtesy of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas Score: 98.56 More information: sixsenses.com "True pioneers in wellness," as one reader described it, Six Senses delivers innovative treatments, best-in-class amenities, and dining experiences that are as indulgent as they are health-conscious. All of these aspects work in concert to help guests of all ages develop more mindful habits. Also impressive is what another reader touts as the brand's "incredible commitment to sustainability." There's even a designated vice president who oversees initiatives devoted to that purpose, including replacing plastic water bottles with recyclable glass ones at all of the brand's 17 properties. But perhaps what makes Six Senses' diverse portfolio so consistently popular among T+L readers is what one fan described as "true emotional hospitality" — the kind of gracious, intuitive service that leaves each guest feeling special and seen. See all of our readers' favorite hotels, cities, airlines, cruise lines, and more in the World's Best Awards for 2019. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit