Overview
- Capital published the 2026 edition identifying 101 awardees nationwide, with the top 30 presented in order and an interactive map for travelers.
- Category honors span twelve hotel types, with Schloss Elmau named Luxury Hideaway of the Year and Hotel Bareiss recognized for Luxury Culinary excellence.
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Hamburg received the Icon Hotel of the Year distinction as a special recognition of sustained excellence.
- Hotelier Hannes Bareiss was named 101 Icon Hotelier of the Year 2026, highlighting leadership and service culture.
- Indian Hotels Company chief Puneet Chhatwal accepted the 101 Icon Hotelier of the World – Lifetime Achievement Award at Schloss Elmau on November 9.