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Rosewood Hong Kong Tops The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025

The London ceremony’s results underscore Asia’s dominance in the global luxury hotel market.

Overview

  • Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River took No.2 and Capella Bangkok No.3, placing three Asian city hotels at the top.
  • The 2025 list spans 22 destinations across six continents and is based on votes from about 800 Academy members with a 50/50 gender balance.
  • Copacabana Palace debuted as the highest new entry at No.11, with other notable newcomers including Capella Sydney at No.12 and Mandarin Oriental Qianmen at No.14.
  • Special awards included Atlantis The Royal in Dubai named Best Beach Hotel and Best in the Middle East, and Passalacqua retained Best Boutique Hotel.
  • Asia accounted for 20 of the top 50; regional leaders also included Chablé Yucatán for North America, Royal Mansour for Africa, and Capella Sydney for Oceania.