Travel + Leisure 500: The World’s Best Hotels and Resorts According to Travel + Leisure’s Readers

The setting is extraordinary. A design that is both unexpected and current. Service that is beyond expectations. Our readers will not forget a hotel they feel is truly exceptional. 

The T+L 500 is a ranking of the top-scoring hotels in our previous year. World’s Best Awards survey. The awardees were grouped by eight geographical regions: Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Central America and South America, as well as the United States.

There’s a place for every kind of traveler. From the beaches of Hawaii to the wineries of Portugal to the vibrant streets of Hong Kong, you can find it all. Here are 10 properties that have what it takes for them to be on the list. The full T+L list is available in Travel + LeisureApple News+ or on newsstands. 

Hotel Peter and Paul New Orleans

A former Catholic school and church in New Orleans’ Marigny neighborhood, this boutique hotel is made up of four main buildings: The School House; The Rectory; The Church; and The Convent—each charming in its own right. The hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including a European-style room with a clawfoot bath or an award-winning cocktail bar. Hotel Peter and Paul It is certain to become your new favorite spot in NOLA.

Mauna Lani is part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, Island of Hawaii

You’ll find a number of interesting attractions along the Kohala Coast on Hawaii’s Big Island. Mauna LaniThe resort is a 32-acre property with 333 rooms (plus private residences). It has pristine beaches that are swimmable. The resort is perfect for couples or families: Enjoy fish tacos in the Surf Shack or a golden sundown while dining at CanoeHouse. Or, watch whales migrate on a 42 foot sporting yacht. 

Rosewood São Paolo: Brazil

Enjoy a stay in the heart of Brazil. Rosewood São PaoloA stunning hotel located in one of the last remaining landmarks from the early twentieth century. The property was designed by Philippe Starck and developed by Jean Nouvel. It features two outdoor pools, three restaurants, a jazz club, and interiors by Philippe Starck.

Kalesma Mykonos: Greece 

Visit Mykonos for a unique experience. Kalesma MykonosThe southwest corner of Cycladic is a hidden gem. Kalesma This property has the Greek word “inviting”, which is what it is. The best place to experience this is in your own private villa. It has a heated pool with stunning views of the sunset and sea. 

Six Senses Douro Valley: Portugal

It’s an oenophile’s dream: a stay in a 19th-century manor in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region—which sits just above the Douro River in northern Portugal. At Six Senses Duoro ValleyYou’ll discover secret gardens, expansive vineyards and traditional cuisine prepared with herbs and vegetables grown on the estate. 

Rockhouse Hotel & Spa: Jamaica

Visit the site to see Negril’s rich history. Rockhouse Hotel & Spa. The hotel’s iconic backdrop has been used in multiple Academy Award-nominated movies, and Bob Marley, Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones have all performed there over the years. The property has 40 rooms and access to 800 feet Pristine cove. It also features cliff edge cabanas. 

Mfuwe Lodge The Bushcamp Company, Zambia

South Luangwa National Park is located in Zambia. Mfuwe Lodge This lodge is the perfect destination for those who are passionate about animals, seeking adventure, and caring for conservation. This lodge offers 18 chalets and a photography studio. Local elephants walk through the lobby. 

La Mamounia: Marrakech

There is no way to stay more luxurious than in one of these hotels. La Mamounia‘s suites have private entrances, traditional Moroccan craftsmanship and a 24-hour butler. Plan to spend hours in the hammams, traditional bath houses with a luxury spin—unwinding in steam rooms, indulging in massages, and applying black soap with neroli and eucalyptus followed by a scrub. Marrakech may make you want to stay forever.

Regent Hong Kong

Regent Hong Kong This hotel in Kowloon offers stunning views from the lobby lounge of Hong Kong Island. There are also 497 guestrooms, suites, as well as a prime location at the edge of Victoria Harbour. The calming atmosphere of the hotel and its high-level service will transport you from busy streets to a peaceful haven in minutes. 

Aman Kyoto

The tranquil forest retreat offers a combination of Japanese-inspired minimalist design, seasonal dining, and traditional Onsen bathing options all under one rooftop. Nowhere else can you soak up the tranquility, privacy and healing power of Japan like at Aman Kyoto.