Tripadvisor Reveals 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels Winners, Unveiling the World's Most Unforgettable Stays
Tripadvisor has announced its 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards for Best of the Best Hotels, highlighting the top 1% of 1.6 million hotel listings worldwide. Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya in Mexico claimed the #1 spot globally, also winning in All-Inclusive and Treat Yourself categories.
The awards introduce a new One-of-a-Kind Hotels category, with Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, India securing the top position. In the U.S., the French Quarter Inn in Charleston, South Carolina leads the rankings.
Winners were selected based on traveler reviews from January to December 2024. The awards also recognize excellence in categories including Family-Friendly, B&Bs & Inns, Small & Boutique, Luxury, and Pet-Friendly hotels, with Hotel Moments Budapest named the top pet-friendly hotel globally.
This recognition program, part of Tripadvisor's larger Travelers' Choice Awards, helps millions of travelers make informed decisions through authentic user reviews and ratings.
Tripadvisor ha annunciato i suoi Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 per i Migliori Hotel, evidenziando l'1% delle 1,6 milioni di strutture alberghiere presenti nel mondo. Il Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya in Messico ha conquistato il primo posto a livello globale, vincendo anche nelle categorie All-Inclusive e Treat Yourself.
Gli awards introducono una nuova categoria, One-of-a-Kind Hotels, con il Taj Lake Palace di Udaipur, India, che si è aggiudicato la posizione più alta. Negli Stati Uniti, il French Quarter Inn di Charleston, South Carolina, guida la classifica.
I vincitori sono stati selezionati in base alle recensioni dei viaggiatori raccolte da gennaio a dicembre 2024. Il premio riconosce anche l’eccellenza in categorie come Family-Friendly, B&B & Inns, Small & Boutique, Luxury e Pet-Friendly, con il Hotel Moments Budapest nominato miglior hotel pet-friendly a livello mondiale.
Questo programma di riconoscimento, parte dei più ampi Travelers' Choice Awards di Tripadvisor, aiuta milioni di viaggiatori a prendere decisioni informate grazie a recensioni e valutazioni autentiche degli utenti.
Tripadvisor ha anunciado sus Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 para los Mejores Hoteles, destacando el 1% superior entre 1.6 millones de alojamientos en todo el mundo. Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya en México ocupó el primer lugar a nivel global, ganando también en las categorías Todo Incluido y Date un Capricho.
Los premios introducen una nueva categoría, One-of-a-Kind Hotels, con el Taj Lake Palace en Udaipur, India, como líder. En Estados Unidos, el French Quarter Inn en Charleston, Carolina del Sur, encabeza las clasificaciones.
Los ganadores fueron seleccionados basándose en las opiniones de viajeros desde enero hasta diciembre de 2024. Los premios también reconocen la excelencia en categorías como Family-Friendly, B&Bs & Inns, Small & Boutique, Luxury y Pet-Friendly, con el Hotel Moments Budapest nombrado el mejor hotel pet-friendly a nivel mundial.
Este programa de reconocimiento, parte de los más amplios Travelers' Choice Awards de Tripadvisor, ayuda a millones de viajeros a tomar decisiones informadas mediante reseñas y valoraciones auténticas de usuarios.
트립어드바이저가 2025년 최고의 호텔을 선정하는 Travelers' Choice Awards를 발표했습니다. 전 세계 160만 개 호텔 중 상위 1%를 선정했으며, 멕시코의 Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya가 전 세계 1위를 차지했고, 올 인클루시브 및 Treat Yourself 부문에서도 수상했습니다.
이번 시상식에서는 새로운 One-of-a-Kind Hotels 부문이 신설되었으며, 인도 우다이푸르의 Taj Lake Palace가 1위를 차지했습니다. 미국에서는 사우스캐롤라이나 찰스턴의 French Quarter Inn이 순위 선두에 올랐습니다.
수상자는 2024년 1월부터 12월까지 여행객 리뷰를 바탕으로 선정되었습니다. 가족 친화형, B&B & 인, 소규모 및 부티크, 럭셔리, 반려동물 친화 호텔 등 다양한 부문에서 우수성을 인정받았으며, Hotel Moments Budapest가 전 세계 최고의 반려동물 친화 호텔로 선정되었습니다.
이 시상 프로그램은 트립어드바이저의 Travelers' Choice Awards의 일부로, 수백만 여행자가 진정성 있는 사용자 리뷰와 평점을 통해 현명한 여행 결정을 내릴 수 있도록 돕습니다.
Tripadvisor a annoncé ses Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 pour les meilleurs hôtels, mettant en lumière le top 1 % des 1,6 million d’hébergements listés dans le monde. Le Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya au Mexique a décroché la première place mondiale, remportant également les catégories Tout Compris et Faites-vous plaisir.
Les prix introduisent une nouvelle catégorie One-of-a-Kind Hotels, avec le Taj Lake Palace à Udaipur, en Inde, en tête. Aux États-Unis, le French Quarter Inn à Charleston, Caroline du Sud, domine le classement.
Les gagnants ont été sélectionnés en fonction des avis des voyageurs de janvier à décembre 2024. Les prix récompensent aussi l’excellence dans des catégories telles que Famille, B&B & Auberges, Petit & Boutique, Luxe et Hôtels acceptant les animaux, avec le Hotel Moments Budapest nommé meilleur hôtel acceptant les animaux au monde.
Ce programme de reconnaissance, faisant partie des Travelers' Choice Awards plus larges de Tripadvisor, aide des millions de voyageurs à faire des choix éclairés grâce à des avis et notes authentiques d’utilisateurs.
Tripadvisor hat die Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 für die besten Hotels bekannt gegeben und damit das oberste 1 % von 1,6 Millionen Hotelangeboten weltweit hervorgehoben. Das Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya in Mexiko sicherte sich den ersten Platz weltweit und gewann zudem in den Kategorien All-Inclusive und Treat Yourself.
Die Awards führen eine neue Kategorie One-of-a-Kind Hotels ein, bei der der Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, Indien, den Spitzenplatz belegte. In den USA führt das French Quarter Inn in Charleston, South Carolina, die Rangliste an.
Die Gewinner wurden auf Basis von Reisendenbewertungen von Januar bis Dezember 2024 ausgewählt. Die Awards würdigen auch herausragende Leistungen in Kategorien wie Family-Friendly, B&Bs & Inns, Small & Boutique, Luxury und Pet-Friendly Hotels, wobei das Hotel Moments Budapest als bestes tierfreundliches Hotel weltweit ausgezeichnet wurde.
Dieses Anerkennungsprogramm, Teil der umfassenderen Travelers' Choice Awards von Tripadvisor, unterstützt Millionen von Reisenden dabei, fundierte Entscheidungen anhand authentischer Nutzerbewertungen und -bewertungen zu treffen.
- Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Hotels winners represent the top 1% of 1.6 million hotel listings, demonstrating strong market presence
- Platform maintains leadership position as 'world's largest travel guidance platform' with over 1 billion reviews and contributions
- Strategic partnership with Mars Inc. (CESAR® Canine Cuisine) continues, expanding into pet-friendly travel market
- Introduction of new 'One-of-a-Kind Hotels' category shows product innovation and market expansion
- Platform reaches millions of users monthly for travel planning, booking, and reviews, indicating strong user engagement
- No specific revenue or financial metrics disclosed in the release
- Heavy reliance on user-generated content without clear monetization details
- Intense competition in travel booking and review space not addressed
New for 2025 – Tripadvisor Shares One-of-a-Kind Hotels Showcasing the Most Unique Properties
The 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels are part of Tripadvisor's larger Travelers' Choice Awards umbrella, shining a light on travelers' favorite experiences around the world. The awards are determined based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings specific to each subcategory posted on Tripadvisor over the 12-month period from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Winners are among the top one percent of the 1.6 million hotel listings on Tripadvisor.
"Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Hotels captures the opinions of millions of travelers worldwide and offers trusted guidance for travelers to plan their best stays. Known for their outstanding hospitality, premium amenities and prime locations, Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Hotels stand out as top choices in their respective destinations and across the globe," said Kristen Dalton, President, Tripadvisor. "When I travel, I care about two things when it comes to booking my hotel – a convenient location and a space that feels like a home away from home. A distinction like Travelers' Choice gives users the insights they need to make those informed decisions when choosing a hotel."
This year, Tripadvisor announced an exciting new subcategory showcasing the most unique hotels across the globe through the One-of-a-Kind list. Taking the award for the No. 1 One-of-a-Kind Hotel, Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur,
"This year's winners tell us what travelers are looking for – comprehensive amenities, elegance, and attention to detail," said Dalton. That's why Travelers' Choice is such a helpful tool. It takes the guesswork out of finding those hidden gems tailored to your needs."
Top Hotels in the World
1. Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya –
Local experiences:
- Aktun Chen: A scenic rainforest park with an underground river for swimming, a zipline, and cave exploration that's ideal for both nature explorers and thrill-seekers.
- Yal-ku Lagoon: Visitors can find multicolored fish and sea turtles while snorkeling in this natural sanctuary. The water is shallow and life jackets are provided, so it's a great adventure, even for families with kids.
The rest of the World's Top 10 Hotels:
2. Grandvrio Ocean Resort Danang – Dien Ban,
3. Gokulam Grand Turtle on the Beach – Kovalam,
4. Romance Istanbul Hotel –
5. Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort Aruba – Eagle Beach,
6. St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection –
7. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana – Cap Cana,
8. French Quarter Inn –
9. Chandys Windy Woods – Chithirapuram, India
10. Siyam World Maldives – Dhigurah,
See the World's Top 25 Best of the Best Hotels here.
Top Hotels in the
1. French Quarter Inn –
Local experiences:
- Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour: Without a guided tour, travelers are likely to miss all the tales from
Charleston's rich 400-year history that make this city one of the top destinations inthe United States and this guided tour brings the "Holy City" to life. - Charleston Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: Travelers can explore the flavors of true
Charleston cuisine with a local guide highlighting the absolute best spots to enjoy these classic Southern dishes. The tour includes local delicacies like classic Carolina-style BBQ, historic She-Crab soup, and famous fried green tomatoes.
The rest of the Top 10 Hotels in the
2. FivePine Lodge and Spa –
3. Atticus Hotel –
4. Hotel Drisco Pacific Heights –
5. Luma Hotel Time Square –
6. The Godfrey Hotel Boston –
7. Hotel Emma –
8. The Evelyn Hotel –
9. Oxford Hotel Bend – Bend, Oregon
10. The
See the Top 25 Best of the Best Hotels in the
Introducing One-of-a-Kind Hotels
Tripadvisor introduced a new award subcategory this year which highlights the most unique, One-of-a-Kind hotels across the globe.
1. Taj Lake Palace – Udaipur,
Udaipur is known as the
Local experiences:
- Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur Day Trip from Udaipur: Travelers can explore the impressive Fort and Ranakpur Temple on a private tour with hotel pickup. They'll learn more about the dynasties that ruled
Rajasthan at the enormous fort and the Jain religion at the intricate temple. - Traditional miniature painting class at Pacific Art: Visitors will learn the art of traditional Rajasthani miniature painting with this private lesson, led by an art teacher. They'll discover the techniques necessary to create fine pieces of artwork, generally painted using tiny brushes made from a single hair.
The rest of the Top 10 One-of-a-Kind Hotels:
2. Ashford Castle – Cong,
3. Bambu Indah Resort – Ubud, Indonesia
4. Fingal Hotel –
5. Giraffe Manor –
6. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort – Chiang Saen, Thailand
7. Nayara Bocas Del Toro - All Inclusive – Tierra Oscura, Panama
8. Valley Views Glamping – Kurow, New Zealand
9. Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita –
10. Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve – Breede River DC,
See Tripadvisor's Top 15 One-of-a-Kind Hotels here.
Best of the Rest
In addition to this year's new awards categories, Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels also highlights the best All-Inclusive, Family-Friendly, B&Bs & Inns, Small & Boutique, Luxury and Pet-Friendly hotels around the world.
Tripadvisor is proud to continue the Pet-Friendly hotel subcategory in partnership with CESAR® Canine Cuisine, part of the Mars, Incorporated family of brands. The partnership is helping to make the world a more dog-friendly place, one hotel at a time. The top pet-friendly hotel in the world is Hotel Moments Budapest in
"When most pets are considered family these days, it's natural to want to take them with you wherever you go," said Natalia Ball, Global Chief Growth Officer, Mars Pet Nutrition. "A year into our partnership with Tripadvisor, it's exciting to see more and more hotels open their doors to pets and their parents, creating a world where traveling with our furry companions is as fun, accessible and inclusive as possible."
For a full list of this year's winners visit tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels.
Methodology
The 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels were determined based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings posted on Tripadvisor over the 12-month period between January 1 and December 31, 2024, as well as an additional editorial process.
About Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform*, helps millions of people each month** become better travelers, from planning to booking to taking a trip. Travelers across the globe use Tripadvisor's website and app to discover where to stay, what to do and where to eat based on guidance from those who have been there before. With more than a billion reviews and contributions, travelers turn to Tripadvisor to find deals on accommodations, book experiences, reserve tables at delicious restaurants and discover great places nearby.
Tripadvisor LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tripadvisor, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIP). The subsidiaries of Tripadvisor, Inc. own and operate a portfolio of travel media brands and businesses, operating under various websites and apps.
* Source: SimilarWeb, unique users de-duplicated monthly, April 2025
** Source: Tripadvisor internal log files
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