Judging Process

Merit Only. No Public Voting.

Every result across all four Hospitality Awards programmes is decided by independent jury evaluation against published criteria.

Process

From Nomination to Recognition

1

Choose Your Programme

Select the award programme that fits your organisation or role.

2

Submit

Complete the official nomination form for your chosen category.

3

Verification

Our team confirms eligibility and validates the details provided.

4

Independent Jury

Subject-matter experts assess each entry against published criteria.

5

Shortlist

The strongest entries advance to the finalist stage.

6

Merit Selection

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

7

Winner Confirmation

Successful organisations and individuals are notified privately.

8

Gala Celebration

Winners are honoured live at the Dubai gala ceremony.

Judging Criteria

How Winners Are Scored

Each nomination across all four programmes is scored against six weighted criteria that together total 100%.

Service Excellence

25%

Guest experience and care.

🎖️

Quality & Consistency

20%

Reliable standard of offering.

💡

Innovation

15%

Differentiation and creativity.

🌱

Sustainability

15%

Responsible hospitality practice.

📈

Brand & Impact

15%

Reputation and market presence.

🤝

Value & Integrity

10%

Operational and ethical standards.

⚖️

No public voting, ever. Every decision across International Travel Awards, International Spa Awards, International Restaurant Awards and World GM Awards rests with the independent jury and the published criteria.

Nominations Open Now

Ready to Be Judged on Merit?

Put your organisation forward for independent, merit-based recognition on a global stage.

Submit Your Nomination