Rosewood Phnom Penh, the epitome of luxury in the heart of Cambodia’s booming capital, celebrates its success as a leading hospitality destination at Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards. With an improved score of 98.67 in this year’s rankings, the property has clinched a prestigious #30 placement in the “100 Best Hotels in the World” and an outstanding #3 placement in the “20 Favorite City Hotels in Asia” category. This achievement makes Rosewood Phnom Penh the only hotel in Cambodia’s capital to appear on both lists.
This announcement comes on the heels of Rosewood Phnom Penh’s achievements at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024, in which the property was awarded #2 in the Best City Hotels in Cambodia under the leadership of General Manager Daniel Simon, who was awarded the title of Best General Manager in Cambodia.
“It is a true honour to witness the hotel’s continued recognition as one of the best hotels locally and internationally at the Travel + Leisure 2024 World’s Best Awards, and I feel tremendously heartened to be awarded the title of Best General Manager in Cambodia. I am deeply grateful to be a part of an extraordinary team of hospitality professionals who are dedicated to crafting singularly unforgettable experiences for our guests. This recognition gives us renewed fervour in infusing authentic Khmer hospitality in Cambodia’s luxury industry and creating a true home away from home for all,” said Daniel Simon, Managing Director of Rosewood Phnom Penh.
Rosewood Phnom Penh is one of 15 distinctive properties by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® to win accolades at this year’s World’s Best Awards, which include fellow Top 100 Best Hotels honoree Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort. Highlighting the brand’s commitment to unparalleled luxury experiences and a true sense of place, the Rosewood properties that have been celebrated by Travel + Leisure for their extraordinary approach to hospitality are:
- Rosewood Phnom Penh
- #30 “100 Best Hotels in the World”
- #3 “20 Favorite City Hotels in Asia”
- Rosewood Hotel Georgia
- #3 “15 Favorite City Hotels and Resorts in Canada”
- Rosewood San Miguel de Allende
- #1 “5 Favorite City Hotels in Mexico”
- Rosewood Little Dix Bay
- #21 “25 Best Resorts in Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas”
- Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort
- #71 “100 Best Hotels in the World”
- #2 “Best resorts in Mexico”
- Rosewood Mayakoba
- #6 “Best resorts in Mexico”
- Rosewood Sāo Paulo
- #5 “10 Favorite City Hotels in Central and South America”
- Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel
- #10 “10 Favorite Hotels in Paris”
- Rosewood Vienna
- #2 “Favorite Hotels in Vienna”’
- Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
- #4 “10 Favorite Resorts in Italy”
- Rosewood Villa Magna
- #1 “8 Favorite City Hotels in Spain”
- Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
- #2 “5 Favorite Hotels in Santa Fe of 2024”
- Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
- #1 “20 Favorite Resorts in Hawaii of 2024”
- Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, Dallas
- #2 “15 Favorite City Hotels in Texas”
- The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel
- #4 “15 Favorite Hotels in NYC”
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts was also recognized as a leading hospitality brand, ranking number 15.
“Our success in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards comes at an exciting time for Rosewood as we continue to introduce new, multifaceted experiences that push the boundaries of what luxury hospitality can be,” said Radha Arora, President of Rosewood Hotel Group. “It is so rewarding to see several of our newer hotels and resorts on the list—such as Kona Village, which was a decade-long renovation meticulously designed to facilitate the type of connection and community that makes travel so meaningful. This recognition validates our approach, and as we continue to expand our portfolio in unexpected markets, we are committed to raising the bar even higher when it comes to the bespoke services and experiences for which Rosewood is known.”
The hotel, distinguished within Phnom Penh’s blossoming skyline with its iconic and sleek infrastructure, continues its journey to craft meaningful and unparalleled hospitality for every discerning guest. Backed by the core values of the hotel group, A Sense of Place, the hotel is a haven for city visitors to indulge and immerse in refined living.
Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards are a benchmark for recognizing destinations and companies that cater to the preferences of avid travelers worldwide. The rankings are determined through a survey developed by Travel + Leisure editors in collaboration with research firm M&RR, inviting readers to evaluate their travel experiences across various categories including airlines, airports, cities, cruise ships, destination spas, hotels, hotel brands, islands, tour operators, and more. The survey was conducted over four months and promoted extensively through Travel + Leisure’s diverse platforms, encompassing print, digital editions, newsletters, social media, and travelandleisure.com. Respondents rated hospitality brands based on multiple criteria, which were aggregated and averaged to ascertain final score. The full list of the 2024 “World’s Best Awards” can be found here.
