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Associated Press
17-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Dusit Thani Kyoto named Four-Star Hotel in Forbes Travel Guide's 2025 Star Awards
Luxury hotel earns another prestigious accolade for its exceptional service and world-class facilities BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 February 2025 - Dusit Thani Kyoto, a luxury urban oasis operated by Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has built on its recent One Michelin Key recognition by earning a 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award—further cementing its reputation as one of Kyoto's most exceptional hotels. The Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating is awarded to properties that demonstrate exceptional service and outstanding facilities. Founded in the United States in 1958, Forbes Travel Guide (formerly known as Mobil Travel Guide) is a globally respected authority in luxury hospitality, renowned for pioneering the five-star rating system in 1960. Its anonymous inspectors evaluate hotels based on more than 900 objective standards, ensuring a trusted benchmark of excellence in the travel industry. The Four-Star rating is awarded to properties that demonstrate exceptional service and outstanding facilities. Dusit Thani Kyoto earned this distinction through rigorous, undercover assessments by Forbes Travel Guide's inspectors, who experienced the hotel just as a typical guest would—paying their own way to ensure impartiality. Opened in September 2023, Dusit Thani Kyoto is set in the peaceful Hongwanji Monzen-machi district, just 850 metres from the city's bustling Kyoto Station. Operating under Dusit's luxury Dusit Thani brand, the hotel seamlessly blends Thai-inspired gracious hospitality with Japan's deep-rooted culture of omotenashi (wholeheartedly looking after guests) and features 147 meticulously designed guest rooms that balance timeless elegance with contemporary comfort. The hotel also serves as a hub of gourmet dining experiences. Guests can embark on an interactive omakase journey at Kōyō, which showcases Kyoto's 24 micro-seasons through the finest ingredients. Den Kyoto elevates mixology with handcrafted cocktails infused with Thai herbs, while Ayatana, the hotel's signature Thai fine-dining restaurant, delivers an exquisite celebration of Thai flavours and culinary artistry. Committed to sustainability, Ayatana sources premium seasonal ingredients from the Kansai region, including fresh herbs and vegetables from Ohara Farm and organic tea leaves from its own tea farm in Wazuka. Alongside versatile event spaces that accommodate up to 240 guests, the hotel also boasts a signature Devarana Wellness centre, where expert therapists blend ancient Thai massage therapies with traditional Japanese healing rituals, ensuring a truly restorative experience. 'Receiving Forbes Travel Guide's distinguished Four-Star Award just over a year after our opening is a remarkable achievement and a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, heartfelt service, and creating truly memorable experiences for our guests,' said Makoto Yamashita, Cluster General Manager, Dusit Thani Kyoto and ASAI Kyoto Shijo. 'Inspired by this accolade and our One Michelin Key status, we remain committed to raising the bar, delivering exceptional service, and ensuring our hotel continues to be a place of warmth, elegance, and meaningful connections for all who visit.' For more information about the hotel, please visit Dusit Thani Kyoto. Hashtag: #dusitinternational #dusitthanikyoto The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Dusit Thani Kyoto Opened on 1 September 2023, Dusit Thani Kyoto is located in a historic area near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nishi Hongwan-ji Temple. The hotel offers a unique fusion of Japan's exquisite traditions and the gracious hospitality of Dusit's Thai origins. Guests can enjoy beautifully designed, comfortable rooms alongside a rich variety of culinary experiences, including three distinctive restaurants, a tea salon, and a hidden bar. The Devarana Wellness centre provides rejuvenation for the mind and body, while exclusive experience programmes immerse guests in the true essence of Kyoto. Our commitment to delivering 'Everything You Deserve' ensures that guests not only enjoy the charm of Kyoto as a travel destination but also find a tranquil oasis for their hearts and senses. Notably, in July 2024, Dusit Thani Kyoto became the first Thai-origin hotel brand in Japan to receive a prestigious 'Michelin Key' for its 'outstanding' facilities and service. For more information about the hotel, please visit Dusit Thani Kyoto. Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world's best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process.


Zawya
17-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dusit Thani Kyoto named Four-Star Hotel in Forbes Travel Guide's 2025 Star Awards
Luxury hotel earns another prestigious accolade for its exceptional service and world-class facilities BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 February 2025 - Dusit Thani Kyoto, a luxury urban oasis operated by Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has built on its recent One Michelin Key recognition by earning a 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award—further cementing its reputation as one of Kyoto's most exceptional hotels. Founded in the United States in 1958, Forbes Travel Guide (formerly known as Mobil Travel Guide) is a globally respected authority in luxury hospitality, renowned for pioneering the five-star rating system in 1960. Its anonymous inspectors evaluate hotels based on more than 900 objective standards, ensuring a trusted benchmark of excellence in the travel industry. The Four-Star rating is awarded to properties that demonstrate exceptional service and outstanding facilities. Dusit Thani Kyoto earned this distinction through rigorous, undercover assessments by Forbes Travel Guide's inspectors, who experienced the hotel just as a typical guest would—paying their own way to ensure impartiality. Opened in September 2023, Dusit Thani Kyoto is set in the peaceful Hongwanji Monzen-machi district, just 850 metres from the city's bustling Kyoto Station. Operating under Dusit's luxury Dusit Thani brand, the hotel seamlessly blends Thai-inspired gracious hospitality with Japan's deep-rooted culture of omotenashi (wholeheartedly looking after guests) and features 147 meticulously designed guest rooms that balance timeless elegance with contemporary comfort. The hotel also serves as a hub of gourmet dining experiences. Guests can embark on an interactive omakase journey at Kōyō, which showcases Kyoto's 24 micro-seasons through the finest ingredients. Den Kyoto elevates mixology with handcrafted cocktails infused with Thai herbs, while Ayatana, the hotel's signature Thai fine-dining restaurant, delivers an exquisite celebration of Thai flavours and culinary artistry. Committed to sustainability, Ayatana sources premium seasonal ingredients from the Kansai region, including fresh herbs and vegetables from Ohara Farm and organic tea leaves from its own tea farm in Wazuka. Alongside versatile event spaces that accommodate up to 240 guests, the hotel also boasts a signature Devarana Wellness centre, where expert therapists blend ancient Thai massage therapies with traditional Japanese healing rituals, ensuring a truly restorative experience. "Receiving Forbes Travel Guide's distinguished Four-Star Award just over a year after our opening is a remarkable achievement and a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, heartfelt service, and creating truly memorable experiences for our guests," said Makoto Yamashita, Cluster General Manager, Dusit Thani Kyoto and ASAI Kyoto Shijo. "Inspired by this accolade and our One Michelin Key status, we remain committed to raising the bar, delivering exceptional service, and ensuring our hotel continues to be a place of warmth, elegance, and meaningful connections for all who visit." For more information about the hotel, please visit Dusit Thani Kyoto. Hashtag: #dusitinternational #dusitthanikyoto The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Dusit Thani Kyoto Opened on 1 September 2023, Dusit Thani Kyoto is located in a historic area near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nishi Hongwan-ji Temple. The hotel offers a unique fusion of Japan's exquisite traditions and the gracious hospitality of Dusit's Thai origins. Guests can enjoy beautifully designed, comfortable rooms alongside a rich variety of culinary experiences, including three distinctive restaurants, a tea salon, and a hidden bar. The Devarana Wellness centre provides rejuvenation for the mind and body, while exclusive experience programmes immerse guests in the true essence of Kyoto. Our commitment to delivering "Everything You Deserve" ensures that guests not only enjoy the charm of Kyoto as a travel destination but also find a tranquil oasis for their hearts and senses. Notably, in July 2024, Dusit Thani Kyoto became the first Thai-origin hotel brand in Japan to receive a prestigious "Michelin Key" for its 'outstanding' facilities and service. For more information about the hotel, please visit Dusit Thani Kyoto. About Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world's best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit Dusit International

Associated Press
12-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Reno's Atlantis Casino Resort Spa earns pair of prestigious Forbes Four-Star Awards
RENO, Nev., Feb. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlantis Casino Resort Spa's Atlantis Steakhouse and Spa Atlantis have earned the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award, placing them on an exclusive list of properties recognized for luxurious offerings and exceptional guest service. This marks the 10th straight year Spa Atlantis has been honored as a Four-Star Award winner, while Atlantis Steakhouse is a second-time recipient of the industry-respected accolade. Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is the only property in Reno to be recognized by Forbes Travel Guide, the world-renowned authority on excellence in hospitality. 'This remarkable achievement illustrates what our incredible team does on a daily basis to create an exceptional experience for our valued guests,' said Cheraz Ecker, general manager of Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. 'With all-new, premier hotel accommodations, an innovative fine dining experience and a beautiful world-class spa, the Atlantis continues to shine as northern Nevada's ultimate resort destination.' Atlantis Steakhouse, northern Nevada's only Forbes Four-Star restaurant, is the region's premier dining institution. An exquisite menu that features the nation's finest steaks from Allen Brothers of Chicago and Japanese Wagyu imported from Kumamoto, Japan complements a wine selection that has received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 24 consecutive years. Only 131 restaurants worldwide earned a Forbes Four-Star Award. The 30,000-square-foot, finely appointed Spa Atlantis boasts luxurious treatment rooms, men's and women's locker rooms with cedar saunas and tea lounges, indoor and outdoor pools, jetted spas, a retail boutique and a cardio theater and fitness center. The Platinum Hydrafacial, Pantai Luar Body Experience and Jacojupayan Opulence are among the many lavish treatments offered by Spa Atlantis to restore balance and well-being. Spa Atlantis is just 1 of 224 spas in the world to receive a Forbes Four-Star Award. The Atlantis Hotel and Bistro Napa received the Recommended rating from Forbes Travel Guide for a 10th consecutive year. Forbes Recommended properties consistently offer guests excellent service and facilities. Forbes' anonymous inspectors make their evaluations based on up to 900 objective standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help travelers select the world's best luxury experiences. About Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Owned and operated by Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRI), Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is consistently ranked the #1 Reno resort on TripAdvisor, is a recipient of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation, and is recommended by Forbes Travel Guide. Nestled at the base of the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range, the Atlantis is conveniently close to Lake Tahoe, breathtaking hiking trails, world-class skiing, and a host of premier golf courses. The Atlantis is recognized for its luxurious accommodations, award-winning outlets including Reno's only Forbes Four-Star restaurant and Forbes Four-Star spa, captivating bars and lounges and casino-wide action. For more information, visit