Minor Hotels Scores 45 Wins at 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Awards

Minor Hotels Recognised with 45 Accolades in 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

Minor Hotels has received 45 accolades in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler US and UK Readers’ Choice Awards. This marks the group’s strongest performance to date, reflecting its growing international presence.

The awards are based on votes from readers of Condé Nast Traveler’s US and UK editions. This year, 25 Minor Hotels properties were recognised by US readers and 20 by UK readers, highlighting the group’s visibility across key travel markets.

Anantara Hotels & Resorts received 32 accolades across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Avani Hotels & Resorts and NH Collection were also featured, with FCC Angkor by Avani and NH Collection New York Madison Avenue making their debut on the list. The Elewana Collection earned nine accolades for its safari lodges and coastal properties in Africa.

In Europe, Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel ranked No. 3 in Central & Southern Europe (US edition), and Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel ranked No. 3 in South of France & Monaco (UK edition). In Asia, UK readers recognised Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas among the top resorts in Thailand and Vietnam.

In Africa, Elewana Elsa’s Kopje Meru in Kenya ranked No. 3 in Central & Eastern Africa (US edition). In the Middle East, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort and Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara were included among the region’s top-ranked properties.

“As Minor Hotels continues to expand on a truly global scale, this recognition from Condé Nast Traveler readers underscores the strength of our brands worldwide,” said Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor International, the parent company of Minor Hotels.

“What makes these awards especially meaningful is that they come directly from travellers, affirming both the passion of our teams and the distinctive experiences that set our hotels apart.”