Capella Bangkok crowned 'Best Hotel' in 2024 rankings
Capella Bangkok, a luxurious property boasting 101 suites and villas with views over the Chao Phraya River, has been named the "best hotel" in the world for 2024. The accolade was awarded "50 Best," a prestigious ranking determined by 600 anonymous global voters. This panel includes travel journalists, hoteliers, and seasoned travel specialists who announced their decision on Tuesday at London's historic Guildhall.
Capella Bangkok's rise to the top spot
Capella Bangkok made a significant leap in the rankings this year, climbing 10 places from its 11th position in 2023. The hotel offers five dining options, including a Michelin-starred restaurant helmed by Chef Mauro Colagreco. Guests can also enjoy a "spa sanctuary" named Auriga and seven riverside villas equipped with private plunge pools. This recognition solidifies Capella Bangkok's status as a premier destination for global travelers.
Capella Bangkok management reacts to prestigious award
Following the announcement, Capella Bangkok's General Manager John Blanco expressed his surprise and delight to CNBC Travel. Blanco remarked that they felt numb, describing the situation as unexpected and flattering, and using all the adjectives one could imagine. He described the recognition as "wonderful" for their small brand and anticipated celebrations back home. Josephine Ping, the hotel's director of sales and marketing, echoed Blanco's sentiments, praising their team's hard work in providing guests with a true Thai experience.
Previous winner Passalacqua slips to 2nd place
In the 2023 inaugural hotel awards, Italy's Lake Como-based Passalacqua claimed the top spot. However, this year, it slipped one place to No. 2 in the rankings. This marks the second time that the "50 Best" organization has released its list of top hotels worldwide. The organization has a long history of producing similar rankings in the culinary world, including "The World's 50 Best Restaurants" since 2002 and "The World's 50 Best Bars" since 2009.
'50 Best' reveals top 10 hotels for 2024
The "50 Best" organization has unveiled its top 10 hotels for 2024. Following Capella Bangkok and Passalacqua, the list includes Rosewood Hong Kong at No. 3, Cheval Blanc in Paris at No. 4, and The Upper House in Hong Kong rounding out the top five. Raffles Singapore, Aman Tokyo, Soneva Fushi in Maldives, Atlantis The Royal in Dubai, and Nihi Sumba on Sumba Island complete the top 10 spots of this prestigious ranking.
Asia dominates '50 Best' hotels list for 2024
The 2024 list of "50 Best" hotels features properties from various destinations across six continents. However, Asia stands out with the highest representation, claiming 19 spots on the list. The top-ranked hotel on each continent was also revealed, with Capella Bangkok leading in Asia and Passalacqua holding the top spot for Europe. This dominance underscores Asia's growing influence in the global hospitality industry.
'50 Best' announces top hotels on each continent
The "50 Best" organization also highlighted the top-ranked hotel on each continent. In addition to Capella Bangkok in Asia and Passalacqua in Europe, Chable Yucatan was named the best in North America, Rosewood Sao Paulo topped South America, The Calile led Oceania, and Mount Nelson was recognized as the best in Africa. These rankings provide travelers with a curated list of premier accommodations worldwide.
