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The 20 best hotels in the world, according to TripAdvisor
We would like to stay at any of these places
Staying in one of the best hotels in the world is something we often all dream about. Fine dining, beautiful surroundings, a pillow menu: TripAdvisor's Best Hotels o9 have it all. Based on millions of reviews and opinions collected globally over the past year, both the quality and quantity of reviews were taken into account for each category, and each winner delivered "remarkable service, quality, and value." Can we stay at all/every one of these top hotels please?
20. Best hotels in the world - Valle D'incanto Midscale Hotel
Where: Gramada, Brazil
Why: "In addition to the wonderful architecture, the care from all staff made the difference—from a simple good morning to leaving tea in our room on a very cold day."
19. Best hotels in the world - Rosewood Mayakoba
Where: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Why: "From every single aspect, the Rosewood is one of the greatest luxury resorts in the world. Food is amazing, staff at every level is amazing, rooms are gorgeous, entire hotel is immaculate and gorgeous."
18. Best hotels in the world - Nayara Springs
Where: La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
Why: "Wonderful service! Wonderful food! Beautiful resort! Honestly, nothing to complain about! They go above and beyond to make sure you are happy!"
17. Best hotels in the world - Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Where: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Why: "Amazing. Everything we could have ever hoped for was taken care of even before we thought of it.”
16. Best hotels in the world - Ikos Oceania
Where: Nea Moudania, Greece
Why: "We particularly like the super relaxed atmosphere where everything is of top quality and the service impeccable with lovely friendly and helpful staff who are clearly keen that you have an enjoyable stay."
15. Best hotels in the world - Hotel 41
Where: London, England
Why: "Great hotel .... especially the service; perfect as always"
14. Best hotels in the world - Hotel Amira Istanbul
Where: Istanbul, Turkey
Why: "Every staff member we encountered was friendly and responsive. The roof deck is a peaceful oasis: a perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine and contemplate the beautiful Sea of Marmara."
13. Best hotels in the world - The Oberoi Rajvilas
Where: Jaipur, India
Why: "Outstanding hotel with outstanding service; beautiful resort with luxury service."
11. Best hotels in the world - Golden Temple Retreat
Where: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Why: "A wonderful hotel, with amazing staff. in a perfect location; Great hotel and staff."
10. Best hotels in the world - Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa
Where: Hanoi, Vietnam
Why: "We were totally impressed with the service, the room and the food. We would give it 10 stars if TripAdvisor had that many."
9. Best hotels in the world - Kayakapi Premium Caves
Where: Cappadocia, Urgup, Turkey
Why: "Great authentic rooms, good location, friendly staff; second stay as great as the first!"
8. Best hotels in the world - Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
Where: Cusco, Peru
Why: "Calm and comfortable retreat in Cusco; elegance and service extraordinaire."
7. Best hotels in the world - The Resort at Pedregal
Where: Cabo San Lucas, Baja California, Mexico
Why: "Amazing hotel with excellent service; resort and Service are impeccable.”
6. Best hotels in the world - French Quarter Inn
Where: Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Why: "The location is perfect, the rooms immaculate, the wine and cheese, cookies, and other surprises were awesome. We even took advantage of the pillow menu!"
5. Best hotels in the world - Hotel Alpin Spa Tuxerhof
Where: Tux, Austria
Why: "A very nice stay at this beautiful hotel; renovations take an already amazing hotel to new heights!"
4. Best hotels in the world - Kenting Amanda Hotel
Where: Hengchun, Pingtung, Taiwan
Why: "Awesome Hotel in southern Taiwan; Moroccan escape tucked away near Taiwan’s most beautiful beaches."
3. Best hotels in the world - Viroth's Hotel
Where: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Why: "Chic, tranquil, green and luxurious oasis. Friendly, helpful and yet unobtrusive service. Viroth's is not just a great place to see the stunning temples, but a destination in its own right."
2. Best hotels in the world - Hotel Belvedere
Where: Riccione, Italy
Why: "I keep coming back because of the fantastic vibe, wonderful staff, excellent guides, and amazing cycling! A winning formula that should keep the toughest critic happy."
1. Best hotels in the world - Tulemar Bungalows & Villas
Where: Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Why: "The perfect holiday. The best part was simply chilling on our veranda, looking out at the ocean, watching parrots fly past."
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