The global authority on luxury travel has spoken. IHG Hotels & Resorts’ curated Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio has achieved monumental recognition across the world’s most prestigious travel accolades, cementing its position at the absolute pinnacle of high-end hospitality.
The Inaugural Triple Crown Awards
Highlighting this year’s achievements is Condé Nast Traveller’s brand-new Triple Crown Awards. Designed to celebrate the definitive “best of the best,” this elite title is reserved exclusively for properties that have simultaneously conquered all three of the publication’s most revered shortlists: The Hot List, The Gold List, and the Readers’ Choice Awards.
Eight exceptional IHG properties across four distinct luxury brands have claimed this ultimate honour.
| Brand | Award-Winning Property | Condé Nast Traveller High Praise |
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| Six Senses | Six Senses Zil Pasyon | “A private island game-changer… the cutting edge of eco-friendly hideaways.” |
| Regent |
“Views of Asia’s sparkliest city don’t come any better.” “More elegant and majestic than any other hotel.” “One of the more established luxury addresses.” |
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| InterContinental |
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef |
“The pinnacle of Australian luxury travel.” “Refined design, impeccable service.” “Strikingly contemporary.” |
| Kimpton | Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC | “A playful, personality-packed stay.” |
Global Wellness and New Openings
Beyond the Triple Crown, IHG’s newest properties are already making waves. The newly unveiled Six Senses London and Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong both secured coveted spots on the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Hot List for the world’s best new openings.
Furthermore, as elite wellness travel continues to evolve, Six Senses has reaffirmed its position as a global leader:
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Six Senses Vana (Himalayan foothills) was recommended for the third consecutive year in the 2026 Global Wellness & Spa Guide.
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VOGUE’s 2026 Global Spa Guide named Six Senses London, Six Senses Crans-Montana, Six Senses Ibiza, and Six Senses Vana among the 100 Best Spas in the World.
With more than 590 properties spanning 70 countries, IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio masterfully balances ultra-bespoke, rarefied experiences with culturally connected, experience-led travel.
The spotlight now turns to the upcoming 39th annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, where more than 300 IHG properties are currently shortlisted. To vote, visit: UK voting site | US voting site.
All IHG figures as of latest financial results, 31 March 2026
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