Paris to Host 50 Best Hotels Awards
Paris will host The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 awards [https://www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News/the-worlds-50-best-hotels-2026-paris.html], further solidifying its status as a global leader in hospitality and fine dining. Consider staying in the 17th arrondissement for "chic stays and local charm," including rooftop bars with Eiffel Tower views [https://dnyuz.com/2026/03/09/the-best-kept-secret-in-paris-luxury-chic-stays-and-local-charm-in-the-17th-arrondissement/]. What are some specific rooftop bars in the 17th arrondissement?
The World's 50 Best Hotels awards are organized by William Reed, the same company behind The World's 50 Best Restaurants and The World's 50 Best Bars. The awards began as a feature in the British magazine *Restaurant* in 2002 before becoming independently run. The inaugural World's 50 Best Hotels awards ceremony took place in London in September 2023. The 2025 awards also took place in London. The list is created by The World's 50 Best Hotels Academy, comprising over 800 anonymous hotel industry leaders. The academy is divided into 13 voting regions, each headed by an Academy Chair. In 2023, Passalacqua in Moltrasio, Italy, was named the world's best hotel. In 2025, Rosewood Hong Kong took the top spot. Other awards include the Nikka Best New Hotel Award and the Eco Hotel Award. The awards spotlight hotels demonstrating excellence in hospitality and those closely connected to their region. The judging panel consists of well-traveled experts, journalists, and hoteliers within the travel industry. Each judge nominates seven hotels based on stays within the previous 24 months. The awards ceremony has previously been held in London's historic Guildhall. The awards also recognize individuals, such as Sonu Shivdasani, co-founder of Soneva, who won the SevenRooms Icon Award. The 2025 World's 50 Best Restaurants saw Lima's Maido take the top spot. Previous winners include Eleven Madison Park and Osteria Francescana.
