LONDON – IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), a global leader in hospitality, is delighted to announce that its upper luxury brand Regent has been recognized as the 3rd most loved hotel brand in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious 2025 World’s Best Awards. This esteemed accolade underscores Regent’s commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and unparalleled service to its guests.
Regent Hotels & Resorts has long been synonymous with elegance and sophistication. For over half a century, guests have made grand entrances through the doors of Regent, a testament to the brand’s rich history steeped in cinematic memories.
Today, Regent remains a sanctuary for both serene and sensational experiences, captivating even the most seasoned travelers. As a pioneer in luxury since the opening of the first hotel in 1971, Regent has consistently embraced bold firsts that have redefined the standards of travel and living. From island reception desks to private pool villas and sunken bathtubs, Regent hospitality hallmarks have become the gold standard in the industry.
This inclusion in the 2025 World’s Best Awards is a testament to Regent’s dedication to creating memorable experiences for travelers. In addition to being named the 3rd most loved hotel brand, Regent is also proud to have several properties featured in Travel + Leisure’s list of the Top 100 Hotels in the World for 2025.
Among the standout properties in the portfolio, Regent Santa Monica Beach and Regent Hong Kong have garnered particular acclaim. Regent Santa Monica Beach, with its stunning ocean views and impeccable service, provides guests with a serene escape on the California coast. Meanwhile, Regent Hong Kong stands as a beacon of luxury in one of the world’s most vibrant cities, offering breathtaking harbor views and a rich tapestry of cultural experiences. Regent Hong Kong was named as one of the 100 Best Hotels in the World, while also additionally honored as the #1 Best City Hotel in Asia and the #1 Best City Hotel in Hong Kong.
We are incredibly proud of Regent Hotels & Resorts for being named the 3rd most loved hotel brand. This recognition reflects our team’s hard work and dedication to delivering exceptional hospitality. We are committed to continuing to elevate the guest experience and to providing our guests with the luxury and comfort they deserve. Tom Rowntree, Vice President of Luxury Brands of IHG Hotels & Resorts
The Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards are determined by the magazine’s readers, who share their travel experiences and preferences. This year’s recognition highlights the loyalty and admiration that guests have for Regent Hotels & Resorts, reinforcing the brand’s position as a leader in the luxury hotel segment.
As IHG continues to expand its luxury & lifestyle portfolio, the company remains focused on enhancing the guest experience and delivering the highest standards of service across all its brands. The recognition of Regent Hotels & Resorts is a significant milestone in IHG’s journey to redefine luxury hospitality.
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ reimagining of Regent debuted with Regent Shanghai Pudong in 2020, followed by Regent Chongqing in 2021 and Regent Phu Quoc in April 2022 which marked the first new-build opening following the brand’s repositioning. The grand return of Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel in Spring 2023 was closely followed by Regent Hong Kong’s return to Victoria Harbour in June 2023. In 2024, Regent Shanghai on the Bund and Regent Bali Canggu opened and the brand marked its momentous return to the Americas with Regent Santa Monica Beach. The coming years will see Regent arrive in Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, Kyoto, Sanya, Shenzhen and Riyadh.
Regent sits within IHG Hotels & Resorts’ upper luxury portfolio – one of the largest luxury and lifestyle portfolios in the world with more than 450 open hotels and over 100,000 rooms. Regent sits in harmony with Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton and IHG’s first collection brand, Vignette Collection.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.
With a family of 17 hotel brands and IHG Rewards, one of the world’s largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,000 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a further 1,800 in the development pipeline.
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Annabel Rayer
Global Director of Communications (Luxury & Lifestyle Brands)
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