Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards Spotlight Hilton’s Luxury and Lifestyle Brands and Properties
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The Travel + Leisure 2026 World’s Best Awards, one of the most prestigious awards in the travel industry and selected entirely by Travel + Leisure readers, once again recognized leading global hospitality brand Hilton with widespread accolades across numerous categories.
Twenty-two properties representing five of Hilton’s industry-leading brands – Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Curio Collection by Hilton – were recognized in the highly regarded annual list in 2026.
In a milestone achievement, two Hilton luxury brands ranked among the Top 25 Best Hotel Brands in the World:
LXR Hotels & Resorts, ranked No. 3, consists of 40 trading and pipeline luxury properties in the world’s most alluring destinations. Each iconic property is set apart by its individual design, an unrivaled commitment to personalized attention, and authentic, immersive experiences that reflect the unique culture and character of each destination.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, ranked No. 22, is a portfolio of 40 iconic properties that embodies its legacy through sincerely elegant service, one-of-a-kind experiences and a distinct sense of place.
From Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, 13 properties were recognized, including several standout achievements:
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi earned a Top 10 ranking among the Top 100 Hotels in the World, securing the No. 9 spot in the prestigious category, along with receiving the No. 5 ranking in the Best Resorts in Asia.
Two recently opened Waldorf Astoria properties made their Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards debut, including Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, which ranked No. 5 among the 25 Best Resorts in Central America, and Waldorf Astoria New York, which ranked No. 6 among the Best Hotels in New York City.
Three Waldorf Astoria properties earned the No. 1 ranking in their respective categories, including Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead and The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
Conrad Hotels & Resorts also earned notable recognition across its global portfolio, with top honors including:
Conrad Los Angeles earned the No. 6 ranking among the 10 Best Hotels in Greater Los Angeles and Conrad Tokyo received the No. 5 spot on the Best Hotels in Tokyo category, highlighting the brand’s continued presence in major urban destinations.
Two Conrad resorts were recognized among the 25 Best Resorts in Mexico, with Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya ranking No. 13 and Conrad Punta de Mita ranking No. 15 — showcasing the brand’s oceanfront retreats along Mexico’s Caribbean and Pacific coasts.
“There’s no greater endorsement than the voice of the traveler, and to see 22 of our hotels and resorts named among the world’s best, including three No. 1 rankings and Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi’s place among the Top 10 Hotels in the World, is a powerful testament to the exceptional Stays our team members craft every day.”Mark WeinsteinChief Marketing Officer and Head of Luxury Brands, Hilton
“There’s no greater endorsement than the voice of the traveler, and to see 22 of our hotels and resorts named among the world’s best, including three No. 1 rankings and Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi’s place among the Top 10 Hotels in the World, is a powerful testament to the exceptional Stays our team members craft every day,” said Mark Weinstein, chief marketing officer and head of luxury brands, Hilton. “Even more meaningful is seeing that excellence recognized at the brand level: LXR Hotels & Resorts ranked No. 3 among the Best Hotel Brands in the World, joined by Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts among the top brands globally. These honors affirm what we’ve long believed — Hilton’s luxury brands aren’t just competing in luxury hospitality, they’re defining it.”
The following Hilton properties were acknowledged as World’s Best in 2026:
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts – No. 22 Best Hotel Brands
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi – No. 9 Top Hotels in the World, No. 5 Best Resorts in Asia
Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas – No. 1 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead – No. 1 Best Hotels in Atlanta
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 1 Best Hotels in New Orleans
Waldorf Astoria Chicago – No. 2 Best Hotels in Chicago
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem – No. 4 Best Hotels in North Africa & the Middle East
Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 5 Best Hotels in Rome
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique – No. 5 Best Resorts in Central America
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – No. 5 Best Resorts in Mexico
Waldorf Astoria Park City – No. 5 Best Resorts in Utah
Waldorf Astoria New York – No. 6 Best Hotels in New York City
Waldorf Astoria Washington D.C. – No. 7 Best Hotels in Washington, D.C.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando – No. 7 Best Resorts in Florida
LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 3 Best Hotel Brands
Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 9 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
Conrad Dublin – No. 3 Best Hotels in Dublin
Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus – No. 3 Best Hotels in Istanbul
Conrad Tokyo – No. 5 Best Hotels in Tokyo
Conrad Los Angeles – No. 6 Best Hotels in Greater Los Angeles
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya – No. 13 Best Resorts in Mexico
Conrad Punta de Mita – No. 15 Best Resorts in Mexico
Hilton Beachfront Resort and Spa Hilton Head Island – No. 10 Best Resorts in South Carolina
The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 2 Best Hotels in Denver
More than 207,000 Travel + Leisure readers completed the 2026 survey. A total of more than 661,000 votes were cast across over 10,088 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.). Hotels were classified as either resort hotel, city hotel, inn, or safari lodge based on their location and amenities, and they were specifically rated on rooms and facilities, location, service, food, and value. For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses. The Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards will live in the August print issue of the magazine, and will remain on the publication’s website as a guide for readers making travel plans through the end of 2026 and beyond.
The 2026 World’s Best Awards list, as well as survey methodology, are currently featured here.
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