2023-09-20 00:17:48
Two out of fifty. The Four Seasons in Madrid in 24th place and the Six Senses in Ibiza in 49th. That is the presence – valuable, although at the moment discreet – of establishments with a presence in Spain in the first edition of the 50Best list dedicated to the best hotels of the world, presented this Tuesday night in London.
This classification is headed by the Italian establishment Passalacqua, a spectacular accommodation on the shores of Lake Como. Staying overnight in its luxurious rooms costs around 1,200 euros per night. Italy, with five hotels on the list, is one of the countries that obtains the best harvest in this area, only surpassed by France and the United Kingdom, both with six names but less specific weight.
The Rosewood hotel in Hong Kong, considered the best in Asia and second in this new world ranking, together with the Four Seasons at Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, the Thai capital, complete the podium of honor. Among the top ten positions there is only one other European (the Four Seasons in the Italian city of Florence in ninth place), along with an American (the One&Only Mandarina in Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, which is eighth), two Africans (La Mamounia in Marrakech in Morocco, which is sixth, followed by Soneva Fushi in the Maldives islands) and three Asian ones (The Upper House also in Hong Kong, fourth on the list; Aman Tokyo in the Japanese capital, fifth; and the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok).
In the case of the Four Seasons in the capital of Spain, opened in 2020 after the renovation of seven monumental buildings in the downtown area of the city, 50 Best has assessed its ability to attract both visitors and Madrid residents themselves “thanks to its seductive design and attractive aura. The gastronomy by the Dani García group or the cocktail bar led by Miguel Pérez are among the attractions of a hotel where staying costs around 800 euros per night.
“A beacon of modern hospitality,” says the jury regarding this already well-known luxurious accommodation in Madrid. With more than 120 establishments around the world, the historic chain of Canadian origin – although controlled since 2021 by a firm owned by American magnate Bill Gates – also places three other hotels on the list, specifically those located in Bangkok (position 3) , Florence (9) and Athens (35).
«The perfect getaway»
Faced with the vibrant dynamism of the Spanish capital, the Six Senses of Ibiza, located in Cala Xarraca, north of the famous island of the Balearic archipelago, offers “the perfect getaway to get lost and find yourself again during your stay”, words of the organization. Opened in July 2021, it offers a harmonious blend of “wellbeing, sustainability and impeccable design” and “unwavering dedication” from the hospitality team.
One of the luxurious rooms at the Six Senses establishment in Ibiza, with the view of the Mediterranean Sea in the background. R.C.
With 24 hotels spread around the world, the chain founded in 1995 and owned by the British group IHG since 2019 focuses on offering experiences where luxury includes healthy eating, sleep health treatment, detox retreats or wellness sessions. yoga. The prices of their rooms range between 1,000 euros per night in summer and just under 300 out of season.
In addition to its official classification, 50Best has presented seven special awards at the same gala. Specifically, the best beach hotel for Soneva Fushi, in the Maldives; for best new hotel for Thai Capella Bangkok; to the eco establishment for Singita Lodges in the Kruger National Park, in South Africa; for the best boutique hotel for the English The Newt and the ‘art of hospitality’ award for the Scottish Gleneagles. In addition, it distinguishes The Lodge at Blue Sky, in Utah (USA) as a hotel to watch and the hotelier Sonu Shivdasani with the Icon award.
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