- Guido Fiorentino, President & CEO, Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria For his remarkable stewardship of one of Italy’s most iconic hotels, continually renewing its contemporary spirit while upholding nearly two centuries of storied history.
- José António Uva, Owner, São Lourenço do Barrocal For his visionary resilience in creating São Lourenço do Barrocal in a once-overlooked corner of Portugal, revealing its rich history while gracefully honoring a family estate more than two centuries in the making.
- The Phoenicia Malta, Floriana, Malta As proud guardians of a Maltese cultural landmark, this hotel weaves luxury with discovery, crafting singular experiences from immersive historical dinners, curated art encounters, bespoke cultural journeys, and genuine hospitality.
- Hotel AWA, Puerto Varas, Chile A proud Certified B Corporation, committed to championing local artisans, producers, and ancestral traditions through meaningful cultural experiences; generating lasting economic opportunities for women artisans; and advancing regenerative, environmentally conscious practices that reflect its long-term vision of heartfelt, responsible hospitality in Patagonia.
- Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel, Venice, Italy For attaining the pinnacle of refined hospitality, proudly achieving a remarkable 100% Quality Score that reflects its unwavering commitment to excellence.
- Palace Hotel Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan Achieving remarkable year-over-year revenue growth, an all-time high quality score, and an unparalleled collection of accolades, setting a benchmark of quality, authenticity, and leadership.
- The Imperial, New Delhi, New Delhi, India Since joining LHW, The Imperial has demonstrated excellence across every key metric: delivering exceptional guest advocacy, satisfaction, and quality performance.
- Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa A pioneer of sustainability since 1873: leading the way with green engineering, environmental design, and conscientious employment.