Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, secured an impressive haul of 22 accolades at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024. The awards ceremony, held on the evening of 13 June 2024, celebrated excellence across the luxury travel sector, showcasing the very best in hospitality throughout the region.
The awards, determined through an extensive online survey conducted by Travel + Leisure, recognise outstanding achievements in the travel and hospitality industry, with readers from around the world voting for their favourite luxury hotels, resorts, and experiences.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas emerged as a standout, securing multiple awards, including second place for Best Resorts in the Maldives, second place for Best House Reefs, and third place for Best Hotel Pools. Additionally, the resort was featured in the categories of The Most Outrageous Villas and Best Resort Spas, solidifying its reputation as a premier destination in the Maldives. The Crescent at Niyama Private Islands Maldives, a cluster of secluded overwater villas with private pools and dedicated butlers, was also awarded, ranking fourth in its category.
In Thailand, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort and Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort were celebrated among the best upcountry hotels, placing third and fifth, respectively. The BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort also earned a spot in the Best Hotel Spas category, demonstrating the brand’s commitment to holistic wellness.
The Avani+ Luang Prabang hotel in Laos continued its tradition of excellence, earning accolades in Best Hotels, Best Hotel Pools, and Best Hotel Spas. Similarly, Anantara Angkor Resort and FCC Angkor by Avani were selected among the top city hotels in Cambodia, while Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas in Malaysia was honoured in the Best Beach, Island + Upcountry Hotels category.
Properties in Vietnam, Anantara Hoi An Resort and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, also received significant recognition, underscoring Minor Hotels’ diverse portfolio and its ability to excel in various aspects of luxury hospitality.
See the full rankings below:
Laos
Best Hotels:
#8 Avani+ Luang Prabang
Best Hotel Pools:
#2 Avani+ Luang Prabang
Best Hotel Spas:
#4 Avani+ Luang Prabang
Cambodia
Best City Hotels:
#8 Anantara Angkor Resort
#9 FCC Angkor by Avani
Best Hotel Pools:
#9 Anantara Angkor Resort
Malaysia
Best Beach, Island + Upcountry Hotels:
#9 Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
Best Hotel Pools:
#7 Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
Maldives
Best Resorts:
#2 Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Best Hotel Pools:
#3 Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Best Resort Spas:
#4 Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Best House Reefs:
#2 Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
The Most Outrageous Villas:
#4 Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
#5 Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Best General Managers:
#3 Hafidh Busaidy, Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Thailand
Best Upcountry Hotels:
#3 Anantara Chiang Mai Resort
#5 Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort
Best Hotel Pools:
#10 Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
Best Hotel Spas:
#7 BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
Vietnam
Best Beach + Island Resorts:
#8 Anantara Quy Nhon Villas
Best Upcountry Hotels:
#5 Anantara Hoi An Resort
Best Hotel Spas:
#10 Anantara Quy Nhon Villas