The Legendary Hideway Is The Only Property In California And Just One Of Only Two Hotels In The United States To Have Earned A Spot On The Highly Anticipated List
Hotel Bel-Air has been named No. 42 in the global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels for 2025, with the legendary hideaway proudly standing as the sole California hotel and one of only two properties in the United States on the esteemed list. The third edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels has been announced at a captivating awards ceremony in London and features industry-defining hotels spanning six continents worldwide.
This year’s awards ceremony once again united the global travel and hospitality community to celebrate the world’s best hotels. Held at London’s iconic Old Billingsgate on the banks of the River Thames, the event showcased exceptional hotel experiences that will inspire consumers, travellers and hoteliers around the globe.
Hotel Bel-Air’s 12-acre paradise embodies the ‘other LA,’ away from the roar, the chatter, and untouched by the clamour of life beyond the gates of Bel-Air which have become a definitive checkpoint and a place through which to pass into the leafy, winding roads of this realm of quiet grace. Beautiful rooms and suites celebrate the glamour of Hollywood past and present, with a spirit of understated luxury and timeless cool. Many flow through to private gardens and patios to reflect the best of LA’s celebrated outdoor lifestyle. Guests dine and imbibe in relaxed, elegant settings where familiar flavours and hand-crafted cocktails are elevated with quiet confidence, while The Spa at Hotel Bel-Air offers a private, restorative experience.
Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World’s 50 Best Hotels, says: “We’re delighted to return to London for the third edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels. It’s an honour to gather so many leading voices in travel, hospitality and hotels – and to celebrate the very best. Our warmest congratulations go to every hotel on this year’s list, each of which has clearly made a lasting impression on our newly expanded Academy of travel experts. We hope 2025’s list sparks inspiration for travellers as they plan their next trip.”
“We are humbled to know that our legendary hideaway has once again earned a spot on the coveted list of The World’s 50 Best Hotels list,” says General Manager Christoph Moje. “This honor is a testament to our dedicated employees who provide our valued guests with intuitive care and a sense of belonging. Hotel Bel-Air has long been a place to step out of the noise and into something more meaningful and we are heartened to know that this resonates with all those who spend time here,” he adds.
The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 was revealed as part of a live countdown from No.50 to No.1. The ranking is complemented by a host of special awards alongside the first ever 51-100 list and reflects the very best travel experiences around the globe, collated from the votes of 800 anonymous experts. This voting panel – the 50 Best Hotels Academy – comprises a balanced mix of hoteliers, travel journalists, educators and seasoned luxury travellers, led by a group of industry-leading Academy Chairs.
