Capella Bangkok named World’s Best Hotel 2024

Capella Bangkok has taken the hospitality world by storm, claiming the coveted top spot on The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024 list. Leaping from No.11 in 2023 to No.1 this year, the hotel not only tops the global rankings but also secures the title of Best Hotel in Asia.

Since its 2020 opening, the riverside retreat has charmed guests with lush gardens, sophisticated design, and stunning views of the Chao Phraya River, where every one of its 101 rooms offers a front-row seat.

The competition was fierce. Last year’s No.1, Passalacqua, nestled on Italy’s idyllic Lake Como, slipped to No.2 but still earned the prestigious Carlo Alberto Best Boutique Hotel Award. Set in an 18th-century villa, the boutique hotel is praised for its intimate charm and personalised service.

Rounding out the top three is Rosewood Hong Kong, perched in the vibrant Victoria Dockside district. Asia dominated this year’s rankings with 19 entries, solidifying its position as a premier destination for luxury travel. Bangkok alone boasts four entries in the top 50, including Mandarin Oriental (No.12), Four Seasons (No.14) and Siam Bangkok (No.21).

Europe also made a strong showing with 13 hotels, led by Parisian icons Cheval Blanc (No.4) and Hôtel de Crillon (No.15). The UK’s Claridge’s (No.11) and Raffles London at The OWO (No.13) also cracked the top tier. Meanwhile, The Carlyle in New York (No.30) was North America’s highest-ranking hotel.

The list is compiled by a global panel of experts from The World’s 50 Best Hotels Academy, showcasing the best in luxury hospitality from all corners of the world, reported Forbes.

The Top 20 Hotels for 2024

1. Capella, Bangkok

2. Passalacqua,Lake Como

3. Rosewood, Hong Kong

4.Cheval Blanc, Paris

5. The Upper House, Hong Kong

6. Raffles, Singapore

7. Aman, Tokyo

8. Soneva Fushi, Maldives

9. Atlantis The Royal, Dubai

10. Nihi Sumba, Sumba Island

11. Claridge’s, London

12. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

13. Raffles London at The OWO

14. Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River

15. Hôtel de Crillon, Paris

16. Chablé Yucatán,Chocholá

17. Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Antibes

18. Maroma,Riviera Maya

19. Four Seasons Firenze, Florence

20. Borgo Santandrea, Amalfi

In related news, Bangkok’s iconic Mandarin Oriental Hotel has officially snagged the prestigious title of the Best Hotel in Asia and the World, according to The Telegraph’s Hotel Awards.

The British media giant, known for its high standards, placed the luxurious Thai retreat at the top of its 2024 list, beating fierce global competition. This award comes after The Telegraph’s hotel and destination experts combed through a staggering 10,000 hotel reviews to determine the crème de la crème.