Tatler Best of Asia 2024: Day 1 Unveils the Best 100 Hotels, Restaurants and Bars Across Asia

Tatler is delighted to unveil the Tatler Best 100 Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars on Day 1 of the Tatler Best of Asia event, held on November 24, 2024, at Dusit Thani Bangkok, with an unprecedented gathering of more than 500 industry professionals. In partnership with Tumi, Dusit Thani Bangkok, Mastercard, The Macallan, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), the Tatler Best awards celebrate the pinnacle of excellence across Asia’s dynamic hospitality industry. Day 2 spotlighted the Best in Class awards, honouring the region's top-tier establishments for achievements in categories such as Hotel, Restaurant and Bar of the Year.

Discover the Tatler Best 100

We invite you to explore this year’s exceptional winners, representing opulent hotels, acclaimed restaurants and the best bars. Each establishment exemplifies hospitality excellence across Asia. To view the full list of winners, visit this link.

Tatler Best award winners were selected by an esteemed voting jury of more than 400 experts which include Tatler dining and travel editors and members of the Asia-wide Tatler who were handpicked for their expertise in gastronomy and travel. The jury was led by three jury co-chairs: Tatler’s Chief Experience Officer Sean Fitzpatrick, Regional Head of Dining Andy Cheng and Jeremy Jauncey, founder & CEO of Beautiful Destinations.

Sean Fitzpatrick says, "Our list accurately reflects the opinions and preferences of the Tatler community who are passionate and very knowledgeable about where to eat, drink and stay in Asia. We are proud to showcase these exceptional establishments that continue to set the standard for world-class hospitality. It’s an exciting time for Asia’s hospitality scene and we’re thrilled to be at the forefront of it."

An Unforgettable Celebration of Asia’s Finest

The Tatler Best of Asia event was more than an awards announcement — it was an immersive celebration of the best in Asian hospitality, set against Bangkok’s vibrant cultural backdrop. Winners and guests enjoyed exclusive, curated experiences and bespoke offerings.

Tatler Best of Asia Takeover Series

Held in parallel, across Bangkok from November 22-26, an unprecedented series of chef and mixologist pop-ups by award-winning talents from around the region took place, marking the Tatler Best of Asia Takeover. 

Some highlights include:

• Exclusive Dining Experiences: World-class creations were presented by Julien Royer (Odette, Singapore), Kai Ho & Vincent Thierry (Taïrroir, Taipei & Chef’s Table, Bangkok), and Ricardo Chaneton (Mono, Hong Kong), among others, featuring four-hand dinners, bespoke menus and collaborations with local culinary stars.
  
  
• Cocktail Bar Pop-Ups & Guest Shifts: A selection of the region’s best mixologists such as Antonio Lai (Quinary, Hong Kong), Dohyung ‘Demie’ Kim (Zest, Seoul), and Prantik Haldar (The Bombay Canteen, Mumbai), amongst others, showcased their unique takes on signature cocktails, offering interactive tastings.

Mastercard joined as the exclusive experience partner, offering guests exclusive access to reservations through Priceless.com, creating truly unforgettable hospitality experiences. Tatler Best of Asia Takeover Series took place at the following venues: Dusit Thani Bangkok, Iconsiam, Gaysorn Village, Lebua Hotels & Resorts, Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, Nobu Rooftop Bar at EA, Maison Dunand and Bar US.

The Macallan Mastery Experience

Attendees enjoyed immersive experiences by the exclusive Spirits Partner, The Macallan, exploring the aromas, notes and flavours of the Double Cask Collection. Led by expert hosts, guests learned the art of whisky-making and experienced the craftsmanship that defines this luxury whisky brand.

Discover the winners here.

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