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Vancouver Sun
4 hours ago
- Vancouver Sun
These are the 10 best hotels in the world, according to La Liste
It's impossible to name a best hotel in the world, but you can declare a 10-way tie. That's according to La Liste, a company that publishes hotel and restaurant rankings by synthesizing vast troves of press coverage rather than judging properties independently. Its top 10 list consists entirely of tied scores for the top prize. The winners include the beloved London icon the Connaught, with its feted bar and three-Michelin-starred restaurant (an eponymous spot by French chef Hélène Darroze), and J.K. Place Capri, a stark-white, 22-room cliffside hotel where airy seafront rooms will go for around $2,000 a night this summer. When determining its rankings, La Liste considers reviews from 400 sources such as the Telegraph, Forbes travel guide and Bloomberg's own travel reporting. The content gets pushed through a proprietary algorithm to generate a score on a 100-point scale, similar to the methodology used for the company's global restaurant rankings. That's how 10 hotels ended up in a tie for first place — and how 47 hotels received 99 points in a tie for second, including previous winner Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice. Plan your next getaway with Travel Time, featuring travel deals, destinations and gear. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Travel Time will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'We are a synthesis of all the rankings and ratings that we find knowledgeable,' says Helene Pietrini, managing director of the Paris-based La Liste, speaking exclusively to Bloomberg about the results. 'We position ourselves like the ranking of the rankings. It's an expression that we use for restaurants, and that is also valid for hotels.' The list of winners skews heavily European, with a total of six hotels located in London, Paris and the beloved Italian vacation destinations of Positano and Capri. The remaining four are divided between North America (the Peninsula Chicago and Rosewood Mayakoba in Mexico) and Asia (the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, as seen in The White Lotus, and the Peninsula Shanghai). No hotels in Africa or South America were ranked in the top 10. Jörg Zipprick, co-founder and editor-in-chief of La Liste, says the Eurocentric nature of the list reflects the tendencies of travel writers. 'A lot of people travel to Europe, and there's a lot of tradition here already when it comes to hotels,' he says. Familiar brands with substantial marketing budgets to draw in these same writers — like Rosewood, Belmond, Four Seasons, Peninsula and Mandarin Oriental — all performed well too. (Bloomberg doesn't accept free or hosted travel for any of its coverage.) Along with the list, there are special awards doled out by La Liste's staff — though they are similarly indecisive. Five hotels were awarded the same special prize for Style and Design, including Reschio Hotel, an extravagantly renovated 1,000-year-old castle in Umbria, Italy, and the industrial-chic Standard X in Melbourne. The six winners for Opening of the Year, an award highlighting notable debuts, include Romeo Roma and Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai. La Liste's hotel rankings join a crowded, growing field of lists being generated within the industry. Michelin, the eponymous tiremaker that doles out stars to restaurants, started ranking hotels with its own 'key' system last year. Michelin representatives say they judge exceptional properties based on the overall 'experience' rather than a checklist of amenities like spas or staff-to-guest ratios, though its reviewers are largely limited to hotels in the same destinations where the guide publishes restaurant lists. (And those destinations, too, are often subject to marketing budgets.) The World's 50 Best also has its global list of top hotels, formed by 800 voters who rank the best hotels they've stayed in over the last 18 months. Later this year, that list will expand to 100 hotels, with the top 50 revealed in an awards ceremony in London. Hoteliers say being atop these types of rankings can be game-changing for their individual properties and the broader destinations around them. Still, the creators involved in La Liste, and indeed all these ranking systems, acknowledge that not everyone may agree with their choices — and that anointing any hotel the 'best in the world' is a subjective pursuit at best. 'I've crunched the numbers, and every hotel in the top 250 has the potential to become No. 1 next year or in two years,' says Zipprick. 'If people tell me, 'Hey, my favourite hotel is in your fourth or fifth ranking,' I'm absolutely fine with it.' Here's a look at the top 10 hotels in the world, according to La Liste: La Réserve Paris, Location: Paris, Score: 99.5 The Connaught Hotel, Location: London, Score: 99.5 The Savoy, Location: London, Score: 99.5 Il San Pietro di Positano, Location: Positano, Italy, Score: 99.5 Cheval Blanc Paris, Location: Paris, Score: 99.5 J.K. Place Capri, Location: Marina Grande, Italy, Score: 99.5 Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Location: Bangkok, Score: 99.5 The Peninsula Shanghai, Location: Shanghai Score: 99.5 The Peninsula Chicago, Location: Chicago, Score: 99.5 Rosewood Mayakoba, Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico Score: 99.5
Calgary Herald
5 hours ago
- Calgary Herald
These are the 10 best hotels in the world, according to La Liste
It's impossible to name a best hotel in the world, but you can declare a 10-way tie. That's according to La Liste, a company that publishes hotel and restaurant rankings by synthesizing vast troves of press coverage rather than judging properties independently. Its top 10 list consists entirely of tied scores for the top prize. The winners include the beloved London icon the Connaught, with its feted bar and three-Michelin-starred restaurant (an eponymous spot by French chef Hélène Darroze), and J.K. Place Capri, a stark-white, 22-room cliffside hotel where airy seafront rooms will go for around $2,000 a night this summer. Article content Article content When determining its rankings, La Liste considers reviews from 400 sources such as the Telegraph, Forbes travel guide and Bloomberg's own travel reporting. The content gets pushed through a proprietary algorithm to generate a score on a 100-point scale, similar to the methodology used for the company's global restaurant rankings. That's how 10 hotels ended up in a tie for first place — and how 47 hotels received 99 points in a tie for second, including previous winner Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice. Article content Article content 'We are a synthesis of all the rankings and ratings that we find knowledgeable,' says Helene Pietrini, managing director of the Paris-based La Liste, speaking exclusively to Bloomberg about the results. 'We position ourselves like the ranking of the rankings. It's an expression that we use for restaurants, and that is also valid for hotels.' Article content Article content The list of winners skews heavily European, with a total of six hotels located in London, Paris and the beloved Italian vacation destinations of Positano and Capri. The remaining four are divided between North America (the Peninsula Chicago and Rosewood Mayakoba in Mexico) and Asia (the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, as seen in The White Lotus, and the Peninsula Shanghai). No hotels in Africa or South America were ranked in the top 10. Article content Jörg Zipprick, co-founder and editor-in-chief of La Liste, says the Eurocentric nature of the list reflects the tendencies of travel writers. 'A lot of people travel to Europe, and there's a lot of tradition here already when it comes to hotels,' he says. Familiar brands with substantial marketing budgets to draw in these same writers — like Rosewood, Belmond, Four Seasons, Peninsula and Mandarin Oriental — all performed well too. (Bloomberg doesn't accept free or hosted travel for any of its coverage.)
New York Post
6 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
NYC snubbed on new ‘10 best hotels in the world' list compiled by expert travel reviewers
La Liste just revealed the top 10 best hotels in the world — and none of the luxury ones in New York made the elite list. With so many incredible travel destinations — it's hard to narrow down the best places to stay, but the Paris-based company known for its hotel and restaurant rankings took on the difficult task of doing just that. To compile this list, the site looked at 400 different hotel reviews given by press — which then went through an algorithm system to create a score on a 100-point scale, as explained by Bloomberg. 'We are a synthesis of all the rankings and ratings that we find knowledgeable,' Helene Pietrini, managing director of La Liste, told Bloomberg. As a result, 10 different hotels around the world all ranked No. 1 — six of them are in Europe, and none in the tri-state area. Who made the cut? 1. La Réserve Paris This 5-star hotel is one that tourists — and travel reviewers — can't get enough of. 'The property has exceptional service, some great food and beverage outlets, a pool and spa, and a beautiful historic design. If money is no object, it really is hard to choose between the top properties in Paris — it all depends on what part of town you prefer staying in, and what kind of vibe and design you like,' One Mile At A Time wrote. 2. Cheval Blanc Paris Jing Daily described this Paris hotel as one that 'doesn't just offer accommodation at a level where everything is exceptional. What truly sets it apart is its ability to craft unforgettable moments — moments that I don't think I will ever forget.' 3. The Connaught Hotel in London 4 This London hotel is beloved by many travelers. In Pictures via Getty Images Forbes Travel Guide described this gem of a hotel as 'the perfect base to explore the rest of London, including the theaters of the West End, open spaces of nearby Hyde Park and Green Park and the designer boutiques, galleries, antique stores and restaurants a stone's throw away on Mount Street.' 4. The Savoy in London 4 The Savoy is the second UK hotel to make the elite list. Peter Dazeley Condé Nast Traveler described The Savoy as 'iconic' and a 'rumored favorite hotel of Marilyn Monroe and Marlene Dietrich (who has a suite named after her), the Savoy was the first hotel in Britain to have elevators and electric light, and it is still at the top of its game.' 5. Il San Pietro di Positano, Italy This hotel in Positano, Italy, is a favorite amongst travelers. 'Despite its celebrity status and litany of services, it remains a family affair – impeccably run by the Cinque family for over 50 years. The lush gardens and lemon groves, the fabulously romantic terrace bar and Michelin-starred restaurant Zass all offer mesmerizing Amalfi-coast views; down by the water, there's a pool, spa, tennis court, solarium and the al fresco beachside restaurant, Carlino's,' the Telegraph raved. 6. J.K. Place Capri, Italy This hotel on the island of Capri, Italy, is described as anything but ordinary. Forbes said this is 'one of the only hotels in Capri located right on the ocean. It has 22 unique rooms and suites. Many rooms have small balconies facing the sea, and the penthouse suite has a long private terrace with a panoramic view of the Gulf of Naples.' And the cost for these spectacular rooms? Seafront rooms reportedly go for $2,000 a night in the summer. 7. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, Thailand 4 Expert reviewers couldn't say enough good things about this Thailand hotel. Getty Images Condé Nast Traveler explained that the Mandarin Oriental is 'Bangkok's first hotel is still, despite some extremely stiff competition from any number of more recent arrivals, it best — as well as one of the finest examples anywhere on earth of a grande dame that knows exactly how to grow old gracefully. Arrive by boat and you'll see the hotel from the Chao Phraya River, as nature intended.' 8. The Peninsula Shanghai, China Forbes Travel Guide had nothing but amazing things to say about the Peninsula Shanghai. 'The service is impeccable from the moment you arrive at the Five-Star hotel until you check out. And don't worry if your Chinese is limited to ni hao ('hello'): Everyone on the staff speaks English well and could not be more gracious or more readily available to help.' 9. The Peninsula Chicago 4 The Peninsula Chicago was the only US hotel to make the top 10 list. Getty Images It's a high honor for The Peninsula Chicago to make this elite list, since it's the only US option. Experts at the Pursuitist describe this hotel as 'the perfect upscale destination for families, dignitaries, celebrities, and affluent business travelers. With numerous delicious fine-dining options, the stunning pool, spacious rooms and suites, there is so much to adore about the legendary Peninsula Chicago.' 10. Rosewood Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen, Mexico This hotel is known for its modern rooms and quiet atmosphere with stunning views. 'A stay at Rosewood Mayakoba is just as much about luxury as it is about immersing oneself in the wilds of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula,' Conde Nast Traveler wrote.
