The first recognition
for the Excellencies of hospitality
Luxury in Italy

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10 categories, 10 awards

10 Best Luxury Hotel Awards, presented by a selected jury comprising experts from the Luxury industry.

An award that certifies and bears witness to the crowning glories of the Italian destination and our hospitality.

The awards ceremony for the winners will be held at the Hotel Principe di Savoia (Milan) on 22nd October 2026.

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Candidates

Category admitted

Entry to the awards is free of charge and open to all accommodation providers classified as 5-star or 5-star luxury hotels. Establishments can be independent, part of groups, belong to international circuits, or be affiliated with international brands. ​

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BEST BREAKFAST

BEST BREAKFAST

Award for the hotel offering the best breakfast experience for quality of products, service, and atmosphere.

BEST GENERAL MANAGER

BEST GENERAL MANAGER
Award for the general manager who has been distinguished for recognitions and company performance.

Best service

BEST GUEST SERVICE
Award for the hotel that offers the most exceptional and personalised guest service.

BEST DESIGN

BEST DESIGN FOR THE STRUCTURE, ROOMS, AND COMMON AREAS
Award for the hotel that stands out for its architectural structure and the design of its rooms and communal areas.

BEST RESTAURANT

BEST RESTAURANT
Award for the best hotel restaurant, including bar and room service.

BEST BAR

Best hotel bar
Award for the best bar for variety and quality of beverage offerings.

BEST SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMME

BEST SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION PROGRAMME
Award for the hotel demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and ecological transition.

BEST WINE SELECTION

BEST WINE SELECTION
Prize for the hotel offering the best wine experience for the quality and variety of labels, both inside and outside the establishment, proposing dedicated cellar and vineyard visits and wine tours.

BEST WELLNESS & SPA

THE BEST WELLNESS & SPA EXPERIENCE
Award for the hotel offering the best wellness and spa experience.

BEST NEW OPENING

BEST NEW OPENING 2026
Award for the newly opened hotel that stands out for its unique location and its distinctive features.

Who

Timeline

30 June 2026

Closing date for applications

Final date for completing the form
online and sending of materials.

7 September 2026

Announcement of the finalists

The expert jury decides the shortlist.
Official publication of the 3 finalists for each category.

22 October 2026

Awarding of the winners

Announcement of the winners
at the Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan

Application 2026

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    Relive the edition 2025

    Winners
    2025 edition

    BLHA 2025

    Best Breakfast
    BEST BREAKFAST

    Casa Angelina 
    Praiano – Amalfi Coast (SA)

    BLHA 2025

    Best General Manager
    BEST GENERAL MANAGER
    Giacomo Battafarano
    Hotel de Russie - Rome

    BLHA 2025

    Best Service
    Best service
    Hotel Eden
    Rome

    BLHA 2025

    Top Design
    BEST DESIGN
    Palazzo Talia
    Rome 

    BLHA 2025

    Best Restaurant
    BEST RESTAURANT
    Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel (GLAM Restaurant)
    Venice

    BLHA 2025

    Best Bar
    BEST BAR
    Mandarin Oriental
    Milan 

    BLHA 2025

    Best Sustainability Programme
    BEST SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMME
    Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomites 
    Pinzolo (TN) 

    BLHA 2025

    Best Wine Selection
    BEST WINE SELECTION
    Villa d'Este
    Cernobbio (CO)

    BLHA 2025

    Best Wellness & Spa
    BEST WELLNESS & SPA
    Palace Merano
    Merano (BZ)

    BLHA 2025

    Best New Opening
    BEST NEW OPENING
    Rosa Alpina Hotel Aman
    San Casssiano (BZ)

    Special awards
    2025 edition

    BLHA 2025

    Lifetime achievement award
    Lifetime achievement award
    Ezio Indiani 

    A recognition for an exemplary career in luxury hospitality and for leadership that has made the Principe di Savoia an international symbol of elegance and welcome.

    BLHA 2025

    Lifetime achievement award
    Lifetime achievement award
    Aldo Werdin 

    A recognition for a life dedicated to hospitality, with passion and vision that relaunched the Excelsior Palace and gave a voice to Ligurian and national tourism.

    BLHA 2025

    Lifetime achievement award
    Lifetime achievement award
    Claudio Ceccherelli 

    A tribute to a journey that united professionalism and dedication, contributing to the training of generations of hoteliers and to the growth of the quality of Italian tourism.

    BLHA 2025

    Best luxury destination
    BEST DESIGN
    Tuscany Region

    For the beauty of a territory that, with its artistic, cultural and landscape heritage, represents a model of Italian excellence recognised worldwide 

    BLHA 2025

    Special mention
    SPECIAL MENTION
    Aman Venice

    For hosting the most glamorous wedding of the year, a symbol of elegance and sophistication 

    One jury of experts

    Professionals with extensive experience in the hotel industry, with backgrounds in luxury hotels. They are hotel executives, general managers, or hospitality industry professionals.

    Stefania Lazzaroni
    Stefania LazzaroniDirector General – Altagamma Foundation
    Erika Fay Nicole
    Erika Fay NicoleCEO and Founder of EFNcommunication
    Andrea Grisdale
    Andrea GrisdaleCEO – IC Bellagio WTTC Vice Chair, Educator, Advisor National Council of FTO
    Magda Antonioli
    Magda AntonioliProfessor of Economics and Tourism Policy, Bocconi University
    Ezio Indiani
    Ezio IndianiGM Hotel Principe di Savoia - EHMA Delegate
    Andrea Grignaffini
    Andrea GrignaffiniMember of the Alma Scientific Committee
    Maddalena Fossati Dondero
    Maddalena Fossati DonderoDirector and Head of Content La Cucina Italiana and Condé Nast Traveller Italy
    Elisabetta Canoro
    Elisabetta CanoroHospitality Specialist, Travel Journalist, Consultant
    Roberta Battocchio
    Roberta BattocchioManaging Director, Hearst Global Design
    ⁠Alberto Paolo Schieppati
    Alberto Paolo SchieppatiEditorial Director Posh Places
    Sara Magro
    Sara MagroHotel specialist at Il Sole 24 Ore Founder & editor in chief of TheItalyInsider.com
    Francesca Alliata Bronner
    Francesca Alliata BronnerJournalist from La Repubblica
    Angela Frenda
    Angela FrendaEditor-in-chief, Corriere della Sera
    Laura Verdi
    Laura VerdiArchitect and Editorial Director of we:ll magazine
    Mauro Santinato
    Mauro SantinatoPresident Teamwork

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