THE WORLD’S 50 BEST HOTELS REVEALS EXTENDED 51-100 LIST

By: Christian Stan | 15 October, 2025

The World’s 50 Best Hotels has unveiled something truly exciting: its first-ever extended list of ranked hotels, from No.51 to No.100.

The World’s Best 50 Hotels unveils, for the first time, an expanded list, recognizing an even broader array of destinations, designs, and distinct personalities in hospitality.

This debut of the 51–100 list reflects a growing desire among global travelers for diversity, authenticity, and inspiration in their journeys. Compiled by The World’s 50 Best Hotels Academy—an expert panel of hoteliers, travel journalists, and seasoned globetrotters—the list celebrates exceptional properties across 24 territories and 40 cities, including 13 independent hotels. It’s a snapshot of the world’s most enchanting places to stay, from storied grand dames to hidden havens, all united by their commitment to excellence.

A Prelude to the Big Reveal

The expanded list serves as a tantalizing preview ahead of the grand unveiling of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, set for 30 October, when the full top 50 will be announced. But for now, this extended lineup offers an illuminating look at the diversity of world-class hospitality, showcasing how hotels continue to reinvent what it means to travel well.

“This year, we’re thrilled to honour even more of the world’s most outstanding hotels,” says Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World’s 50 Best Hotels. “As we enter our third year, the extended 51–100 list allows us to spotlight a wider range of properties and destinations, reflecting the rich depth of global hospitality.”

Europe: The Heart of Hospitality

Europe once again reaffirms its reputation as a bastion of elegance and refinement, with 17 hotels earning spots on the 51–100 list. Italy leads the continent’s representation, boasting nine hotels—a testament to its enduring magnetism for lovers of la dolce vita. Notables include Hotel Cipriani in Venice (No.72), an icon of Venetian opulence, Casa Maria Luigia in Modena (No.82)—Massimo Bottura’s gastronomic retreat—and Portrait Milano (No.99), an artful blend of fashion, culture, and design.

Elsewhere in Europe, Sweden’s Ett Hem (No.89) makes a well-deserved return to the global spotlight. This discreet Stockholm townhouse perfectly encapsulates Scandinavian warmth and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, Türkiye marks its first entry into the rankings since the awards’ inception with Maçakızı (No.96), the effortlessly glamorous Bodrum beach resort where modern Mediterranean luxury meets laid-back charm.

Asia Ascends with Style and Serenity

Leading the pack on the extended list is Aman Nai Lert in Bangkok (No.51)—a sanctuary of tropical serenity that effortlessly melds Aman’s minimalist DNA with Thai elegance. Across the region, 16 Asian properties made the cut, underscoring the continent’s growing prominence in the world of luxury hospitality.

Hong Kong and Kyoto both shine with two properties each: The Peninsula Hong Kong (No.54)—a timeless icon of Eastern glamour—and Aman Kyoto (No.74), where minimalist pavilions float among whispering maple trees. India also earns recognition with three entries, including the jewel-box Jaipur retreat The Johri (No.93) and Rajasthan’s mystical Amanbagh (No.100), closing the list with serene symmetry.

And in a first for New Zealand, Huka Lodge (No.88) joins the 50 Best community—a riverside lodge near Taupo famed for its blend of wilderness and sophistication.

The Americas: Icons and Hidden Gems

Across the Atlantic, North America shines brightly—particularly New York City, which emerges as a powerhouse of innovation and glamour. The Big Apple lands four hotels on the list, including the whimsical Fifth Avenue Hotel (No.75) and the effortlessly cool Greenwich Hotel (No.77). Out west, California’s legendary Beverly Hills Hotel (No.65) and romantic San Ysidro Ranch (No.68) make their mark as icons of timeless allure.

Further south, Mexico continues to enchant travelers with its fusion of natural beauty and design excellence. Four Seasons Tamarindo (No.55) and Montage Los Cabos (No.67) represent the country’s coastal sophistication—lush, contemporary, and deeply rooted in place.

In South America, two exquisite Belmond properties stand tall: Hotel das Cataratas (No.76), nestled by the thunderous Iguassu Falls, and Palacio Nazarenas (No.87), a restored convent in Cusco that channels centuries of Andean spirit into modern luxury.

A Celebration of Global Hospitality

Together, these 50 extraordinary hotels form a tapestry of global travel—each one offering a distinct narrative of design, culture, and connection. From intimate independent hideaways to legendary grande dames, the list demonstrates that luxury is no longer confined to marble lobbies or Michelin-starred dining. Instead, it’s about authenticity, place, and the way a hotel can make you feel.

For travelers seeking inspiration for their next great escape—or for hoteliers aiming to understand the new benchmarks of excellence—this expanded list is both a roadmap and a revelation.

The stage is now set for the main event: the unveiling of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, which will be livestreamed globally at 20:00 UK time on 30 October on the 50 Best YouTube channel. But until then, the 51–100 list invites us to dream a little wider, travel a little deeper, and celebrate the artistry of hotels that continue to redefine what it means to feel at home—no matter where you are in the world.

Position	Hotel	Location
51	Aman Nai Lert	Bangkok
52	Badrutt’s Palace	St. Moritz
53	Borgo Santandrea	Amalfi
54	The Peninsula Hong Kong	Hong Kong
55	Four Seasons Tamarindo	La Manzanilla
56	Nihi Sumba	Sumba Island
57	Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc	Antibes
58	Four Seasons at The Surf Club	Surfside
59	Park Hyatt Kyoto	Kyoto
60	Dusit Thani Bangkok	Bangkok
61	Aman New York	New York
62	Rosewood Bangkok	Bangkok
63	Borgo Egnazia	Savelletri
64	The Carlyle	New York
65	The Beverly Hills Hotel	Los Angeles
66	Four Seasons Madrid	Madrid
67	Montage Los Cabos	Cabo San Lucas
68	San Ysidro Ranch	Santa Barbara
69	Southern Ocean Lodge	Kangaroo Island
70	The Siam	Bangkok
71	Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid	Madrid
72	Hotel Cipriani	Venice
73	Mount Nelson	Cape Town
74	Aman Kyoto	Kyoto
75	The Fifth Avenue Hotel	New York
76	Hotel das Cataratas	Iguassu Falls
77	The Greenwich Hotel	New York
78	Gleneagles	Auchterarder
79	Aman Venice	Venice
80	Plaza Athénée	Paris
81	Reschio	Lisciano Niccone
82	Casa Maria Luigia	Modena
83	Splendido	Portofino
84	Six Senses Zighy Bay	Zaghi
85	The Datai	Langkawi
86	Four Seasons Hong Kong	Hong Kong
87	Palacio Nazarenas	Cusco
88	Huka Lodge	Taupō
89	Ett Hem	Stockholm
90	Eden Rock	St. Barths
91	Suján Jawai	Jawai
92	Soneva Secret	Maldives
93	The Johri	Jaipur
94	Le Sirenuse	Positano
95	Rosewood Mayakoba	Playa del Carmen
96	Maçakızı	Bodrum
97	Amangalla	Galle
98	Amangiri	Canyon Point
99	Portrait Milano	Milan
100	Amanbagh	Ajabgarh