Following the unveiling of the best 100 hotels, restaurants, and bars across Asia on Day 1, attended by over 500 industry leaders, Tatler Asia continued the celebration of Asia's hospitality excellence on Day 2 of the Tatler Best of Asia event. Held at Dusit Thani Bangkok, Day 2 unveiled the prestigious Best in Class awards.
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 honour the pinnacle of excellence in Asia’s dynamic hospitality industry. These awards celebrate the year's most outstanding establishments across categories like Hotel of the Year, Restaurant of the Year and Bar of the Year.
Hotel Of The Year
Awarded to Rosewood Hong Kong
Restaurant Of The Year
Awarded to Wing
Bar Of The Year
Awarded to Bar Benfiddich
Discover the Best in Class Winners
The Best in Class awards celebrated 27 exceptional establishments setting new benchmarks in creativity, quality and guest experience across Asia. Winners represented the pinnacle of excellence, each selected for their exceptional contributions to the hospitality industry. 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.
Jeremy Jauncey, Founder & CEO of Beautiful Destinations, "I’m so happy to be part of Tatler Best as the jury co-chair, celebrating the incredible talent across Asia’s hospitality industry. I have long been a huge fan of Asia and seeing the Tatler Best of Asia event come to life has been an inspiring journey. A big congratulations to all the winners. I look forward to what’s next for Tatler Best and the continued evolution of excellence in Asia’s hospitality scene."
A Full Day of Inspiration and Experiences
Beyond the awards, Day 2 offered guests an enriching program of talks, masterclasses, and immersive brand experiences designed to foster industry knowledge, collaboration and creativity. With over 20 leading influencers from across the region in attendance, the event became a hub for innovation and engagement. Among the influential figures were Thai celebrities like Bright Vachirawit, Blue Pongtiwat Tangwancharoen, Krissada Sukosol Clapp, along with Anntonia Porsild who joined us in the celebration. One of Thailand’s most beloved musical artists, Violette Wautier, added to the celebratory spirit by performing four of her most popular songs.
Tatler Best Talks: Insights from Industry Leaders
Tatler Best Talks welcomed some of the most respected voices in the industry to explore emerging trends and pivotal topics in hospitality and luxury. Attendees enjoyed a deep dive into Thailand’s status as a global travel destination, discussed the significance of F&B concepts within hotels and gained content creation insights from Jeremy Jauncey in an exclusive masterclass. A key moment was a dialogue between Imran Amed and Jauncey on the convergence of fashion, luxury, and hospitality, offering attendees a forward-looking perspective on these intersecting worlds.
Tatler Best of Asia Takeover Series
Some highlights include:
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, The Empire at Bangkok, Maison Dunand and Bar US.
The Macallan Mastery Experience
Attendees got to enjoy 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.
Best in Class Awards Gala Dinner
As the grand finale to the two-day celebration, the glamorous Best in Class Awards Gala Dinner brought together Asia’s most outstanding hospitality leaders in an unforgettable black-tie affair. The evening was filled with excitement and recognition, as the industry’s finest establishments were honoured for their exceptional contributions.
Discover the Best in Class winners.