About the Programme

Celebrating the Gold Standard in Global Hospitality

An umbrella of independent, merit-based recognition programmes honouring excellence across travel, hospitality, spa, dining and leadership worldwide.

Our Story

One Platform, Four Merit-Based Awards

Hospitality Awards was created as the umbrella home for the hospitality industry's most trusted recognition programmes — International Travel Awards, International Spa Awards, International Restaurant Awards and World GM Awards. Each programme is independently organised, yet all share a single mission: to give the world's finest hospitality organisations and leaders a credible platform where genuine excellence is recognised on merit, never on popularity.

4Award Programmes
200+Countries & Territories
500+Categories
15,000+Nominations
2,000+Winners
1Dubai Gala Season
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Merit only. Every winner across all four programmes is chosen through independent jury evaluation against published criteria. There is no public voting — recognition is earned, not bought.

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Our Mission

To identify and celebrate the organisations and leaders setting the standard across hospitality.

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Global Reach

Open to entrants in 200+ countries and territories, with participation on record from 200 countries — from boutique properties to global hospitality groups.

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Independence

Juries of seasoned hospitality professionals, free from commercial influence.

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Credibility

A transparent, criteria-led process that brands and guests can genuinely trust.

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Community

An annual gathering of the industry's best in Dubai — a true celebration of hospitality.

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Responsibility

Championing sustainable, responsible hospitality as a core measure of modern excellence.

Participation by Programme

Nominees and Winners by Award Programme

Live figures from the official award records for the 2017–2026 award years. A nomination record is one entry; a unique nominee is one organisation or person, however many times it entered. Every listing names the programme that issued it; Hospitality Awards itself does not judge or present any award. Records last updated 20 September 2026.

International Travel Awards

International Travel Awards

Hotels & resorts Hotels and resorts only on this site.

5,420Nomination records
4,781Unique nominees
2,186Winner records
2,035Unique winners
176Countries
2018–2026Award years

Recent winners

  • Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island NorthBest Luxury Beach Resort · Qatar · 2026
  • Saronida HillsBest Boutique Luxury Resort in Greece · Greece · 2026
  • Vila Baleira Hotels & ResortsBest Hotel Group in Portugal · Portugal · 2026
  • hotel cristalBest Boutique Hotel in Italy · Italy · 2026
  • Modon Hospitality - Bab Al NojoumBest Eco-Luxury Resort in United Arab Emirates · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Park inn by Radisson Makkah AlnaseemBest Family Hotel Experience in Saudi Arabia · Saudi Arabia · 2026

Recent nominees

  • DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah BeachUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Marina Sharm HotelBest 4 Star Hotel · Egypt · 2026
  • Bespoke Residences and Holiday HomesUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference CentreUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Dongue clubItaly · 2026
  • Galleon Beach ResortAntigua And Barbuda · 2026
All International Travel Awards winners Programme details
International Spa & Beauty Awards

International Spa & Beauty Awards

Spa, beauty & wellness

2,287Nomination records
1,904Unique nominees
991Winner records
860Unique winners
115Countries
2019–2026Award years

Recent winners

  • O and T Spa Cork LtdBest Day Spa · Ireland · 2026
  • SAL SPA lUZBest Luxury Day Spa · Portugal · 2026
  • The Norfolk MeadBest Boutique Spa · United Kingdom · 2026
  • ELMAX Salon & SpaBest Beauty Salon & Spa · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Clinique La PrairieBest Holistic Healing Experience in Europe · Switzerland · 2026
  • Point Zero FloatationBest Wellness and Relaxation Center in United Arab Emirates · United Arab Emirates · 2026

Recent nominees

  • Rodrigues RelaxationUnited Kingdom · 2026
  • Pure spaSaudi Arabia · 2026
  • Sheila masszázsHungary · 2026
  • B28 muscatBest Woman Entrepreneur, Best Women's Beauty Salon · Oman · 2026
  • The95 Men Care Salon'sBest Men’s Hair Styling and Grooming Salon · Saudi Arabia · 2026
  • World Massage Association Singapore Pte. Ltd.Singapore · 2026
All International Spa & Beauty Awards winners Programme details
International Restaurant Awards

International Restaurant Awards

Restaurants & dining

3,979Nomination records
3,628Unique nominees
949Winner records
906Unique winners
163Countries
2019–2026Award years

Recent winners

  • Rozafa Greek RestaurantBest Greek Restaurant · United Kingdom · 2026
  • Bacetto BistrotBest Romanian Cuisine · Italy · 2026
  • JOON RESTAURANT LLCBest Persian Restaurant · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • The Hideout Restaurant ManagementBest F&B Management Company · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Kailash ParbatBest Restaurant Chain · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Mendocino FarmsBest Farm-to-Table Inspired Casual Dining Brand in United States · United States · 2026

Recent nominees

  • SALVAJE DUBAIUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • papaenzos GmbhBest Italian Restaurant · Germany · 2026
  • Dolce Vita - Cucina y VinoSpain · 2026
  • Timo LeicesterUnited Kingdom · 2026
  • All4Set / restaurant La PlanchaBelgium · 2026
  • Choco FondueBest Café Experience Concept · United Arab Emirates · 2026
All International Restaurant Awards winners Programme details
World GM Awards

World GM Awards

General managers

1,486Nomination records
1,271Unique nominees
386Winner records
350Unique winners
124Countries
2021–2026Award years

Recent winners

  • Ramlah Malki Director of Marketing and Communication, Bunyan CompanyBest Performing General Manager · Saudi Arabia · 2026
  • Melissa farnan General manager, AND Trading The Beauty CompanyBest Employee friendly General Manager - Cosmetics & Beauty · Qatar · 2026
  • Rizki Elsarianta Tarigan Waitress, Damac hills 2 hotel Edge by RotanaBest Lifetime Achievement – General Manager · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • YOGENDRAN DEVARAJAN GENERAL MANAGER, ELALA SDN BHDHighly Experienced General Manager · Malaysia · 2026
  • Paul Kavanagh General Manager, The Wheatbaker HotelBest Hospitality Leader in Nigeria · Nigeria · 2026
  • Zayana Anis General Manager, The Residence Douz ByBest General Manager in Tunisia · Tunisia · 2026

Recent nominees

  • Luís Moreira General Manager, Hoti HoteisBest General Manager · Portugal · 2026
  • Anis Akl General Manager, Hyatt Regency Algiers AirportBest General Manager, Best Strategic Leadership General Manager · Algeria · 2026
  • Devon Clemmons CEO, Xenos Ent. LLCBest Innovative General Manager - Entertainment & Sports · United States · 2026
  • Jihane Rahmani Marketing Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah BeachUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Svetlana Popova Permanent makeup, Svetlana PopovaUnited States · 2026
  • Ayaan Ali Cluster General Manager, RAMADA PLAZA BY WYNDHAM Dubai DeiraUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
All World GM Awards winners Programme details
World 5 Star Hotel Awards

World 5 Star Hotel Awards

Five-star hotels

98Nomination records
92Unique nominees
37Winner records
37Unique winners
46Countries
2024–2026Award years

Recent winners

  • Kouros Hotel and SuitesBest Luxury Boutique Hotel · Greece · 2026
  • La Ville HotelBest 5 Star Hotel in United Arab Emirates · United Arab Emirates · 2026
  • Speke Group Of Hotels, Apartments & ResortsBest Hospitality Group · Uganda · 2026
  • splendour Hotel and SuitesBest Boutique Luxury Hotel in Greece · Greece · 2026
  • Radisson Hotel JodhpurBest Boutique Hotel · India · 2026
  • Les jardins de MarrakechBest Boutique Hotel · Morocco · 2026

Recent nominees

  • Yarlington Lodge by The Newt in SomersetEngland · 2026
  • Le Dune PiscinasItaly · 2026
  • CharthouseBahrain · 2026
  • IHGUnited Arab Emirates · 2026
  • 7Pines Sardinia - Destination by HyattItaly · 2026
  • Hotel Roya PlovdivBulgaria · 2026

Browse every winner by year and programme in the winner directory, or by country on the country pages.

Who Can Participate

Open to the Full Hospitality Ecosystem

If you deliver outstanding hospitality, travel, wellness or dining experiences anywhere in the world, you are eligible under one of our four programmes:

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Hotels & Resorts

Luxury, boutique, business and beach properties — International Travel Awards.

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Airlines & Cruise Lines

Carriers, cruise operators and travel agencies — International Travel Awards.

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Spas & Wellness

Day spas, wellness resorts and medical spas — International Spa Awards.

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Restaurants & Chefs

Fine dining, casual dining, cafés and executive chefs — International Restaurant Awards.

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General Managers

Hospitality leaders and executives — World GM Awards.

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Tourism Boards & DMCs

Destination authorities and management companies — International Travel Awards.

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Self-nominations and third-party nominations are both welcome across all four programmes. There are no geographic restrictions — excellence is recognised wherever it is found.

Schedule

Key Dates for the 2026 Edition

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Limited nominations — first-come, first-served. Categories can fill early across all four programmes, so we encourage early submission.

May 2026

Nominations Open

The official nomination window opens across all five programmes worldwide.

30 July 2026

Early Window Closes

Final date to nominate within the early participation window.

15 October 2026

Nominations Close

All submissions must be received by this date — no late entries.

20 September – 20 October 2026

Jury Review

Independent juries evaluate every eligible nomination on merit.

3 – 30 October 2026

Winner Announcement (internal)

Winners are confirmed internally and notified privately ahead of the gala.

14 November 2026

Gala & Winners Announced

Winners are revealed live at the Dubai gala ceremonies.

Process

From Nomination to Recognition

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Choose Your Programme

Select the award programme that fits your organisation or role.

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Submit

Complete the official nomination form for your chosen category.

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Verification

Our team confirms eligibility and validates the details provided.

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Independent Jury

Subject-matter experts assess each entry against published criteria.

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Merit Selection

Winners are chosen purely on scored merit — never on payment.

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Gala Celebration

Winners are honoured live at the Dubai gala ceremony.

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Merit-based, with no public voting. Every decision rests with the independent jury and the published criteria for each programme.

Judging Criteria

How Winners Are Scored

Merit only. No public voting. Each nomination across all four programmes is scored against six weighted criteria that together total 100%.

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Service Excellence

25%

Guest experience and care.

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Quality & Consistency

20%

Reliable standard of offering.

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Innovation

15%

Differentiation and creativity.

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Sustainability

15%

Responsible hospitality practice.

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Brand & Impact

15%

Reputation and market presence.

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Value & Integrity

10%

Operational and ethical standards.

Independent jury Published criteria Scored evaluation No public voting Confidential results
Gala Ceremony

Black-Tie Celebrations in Dubai

Gala Agenda

  • 5:00Doors Open — Meet & Greet
  • 6:00Red Carpet & Photos
  • 7:00Opening Entertainment
  • 7:30Awards Presentation
  • 8:30Winners' Speeches & Photos
  • 9:00Gala Dinner & Networking
  • 9:30Evening Entertainment
  • 11:00Programme Concludes

Highlights

  • 📍Venue
    Westin Marina Hotel, Dubai, UAE
  • 🗓️Date
    14 November 2026
  • 🕔Time
    5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • 🎩Dress code
    Black-Tie
Red carpet Live awards Gala dinner Networking
Watch

Gala Ceremony Highlights

Gala Ceremony Highlights — Chamisse Restaurant

Winner Stories — Millennium Al Rawdah Hotel

Testimonials — Samir Messaoudi, World GM Awards

Be Part of It

Join the 2026 Gala

  • Black-tie celebrations in Dubai
  • Live winner announcements
  • Networking with industry leaders
Become a Winner
Free to Nominate

Nomination Is Free — No Cost to Enter

Submitting a nomination across all four Hospitality Awards programmes costs nothing. There is no entry fee, no package to buy and no hidden charge to be evaluated — nothing ever influences the result except the independent jury's assessment against our published criteria.

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Free Nomination

Submit your organisation or yourself for consideration in any category, in any of the four programmes, at no cost.

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Winners Are Recognised

Confirmed winners receive their trophy, certificate, gala invitation and marketing rights to the award title, logo and name.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Hospitality Awards is the umbrella platform bringing together International Travel Awards, International Spa Awards, International Restaurant Awards and World GM Awards under one merit-based recognition programme.
No. There is no public voting across any of the four programmes. Every result is decided by independent, merit-based jury evaluation only.
Hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines, travel agencies, tour operators, DMCs, tourism boards, spas, wellness resorts, restaurants, chefs, and individual hospitality leaders from anywhere in the world.
Yes. Nomination is completely free across all four programmes. Winners are selected purely on merit by the independent jury.
14 November 2026, 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at the Westin Marina Hotel, Dubai, UAE. It is a black-tie celebration.
Visit the Award Nomination page and complete the official nomination form. Submissions are reviewed first-come, first-served.
Nominations Open Now — 100% Free to Enter

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