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Hier sind die 25 besten Hotels in Europa 2023
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Es ist das höchste Hotel in London und das beste Hotel in Europa: Shangri-La The Shard.
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Es gibt viele schöne Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten. Aber welche sind die besten? Tripadvisor überließ den Urlaubern die freie Entscheidung und verlieh ihnen die „Traveller's Choice Awards“. Hier sind die 25 besten Hotels in Europa im Jahr 2023.
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Atemberaubende Ausblicke, exklusive Ausstattung, freundlicher Service: Es gibt einige tolle Hotels in Europa. Und es gibt auch diejenigen, die den letzten Schliff geben und von den Urlaubern die höchste Bewertung erhalten.
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Internetportal for 21. gangTripadvisoranalysiert Reisebewertungen und Travelers' Choice AwardsDie 25 besten Hotels in Europagewählt. Da hier nicht die Bewertungen der einzelnen Tester ausschlaggebend sind und das Ranking ausschließlich auf den Bewertungen tausender Urlauber basiert, gibt es auf den Spitzenplätzen immer wieder Überraschungen. Auch der aktuelle Manager.
1. Platz: Shangri-La The Shard, London, Großbritannien
Dies ist in den letzten Jahren geschehenShangri-La-Scherbenicht einmal in den Top 25 – aber 2023 kämpfte er sich nicht nur an die Spitze Europas, sondern kletterte auch auf Platz vier der Welt. Das luxuriöse 5-Sterne-Hotel befindet sich in einem der höchsten Gebäude der Welt, im Herzen der Stadtdieses London.
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Segeln Sie über die Dächer Londons: Der Infinity Pool befindet sich in der 52. Etage des Shangri-La The Shard Hotels.
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Die Zimmer beginnen in der 34. Etage von The Shard auf 125 Metern Höhe und erstrecken sich über 18 Etagen. Dank der Glasfassade haben Gäste einen spektakulären Blick auf die Stadt, von der Tower Bridge bis zur St. Paweł – Sie müssen nicht einmal Ihr Zimmer verlassen, um die Gegend zu erkunden.
„Die Anlage, die gesamte Anlage war fantastisch. Das Zimmer selbst war nicht von dieser Welt mit einer atemberaubenden Aussicht“, schreibt ein Reisender über seinen Aufenthalt im Shangri-La The Shard. Und der Infinity-Sky-Pool über den Dächern Londons, der als das höchstgelegene Hotel gilt Pool in Westeuropa, wurde von der Tripadvisor-Community schon oft erwähnt.
2. Platz: Romance Istanbul Hotel, Istanbul, Türkei
Schwere Stoffe, orientalische Teppiche und jede Menge Goldverzierungen: Wer Romantik mit orientalischem Touch sucht, ist hier genau richtigEin romantisches Hotel in IstanbulExakt. Denn hier ist der Name Programm. Tradition trifft auf Luxus, von den Zimmern bis zum Spa stimmt alles im Einklang.
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Das Romance Istanbul Hotel hat eine orientalische Atmosphäre.
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Reisende finden inneren Frieden, fernab vom Trubel der StadtMenschen aus IstanbulAlte Stadt. Das Hotel liegt nur wenige Gehminuten von wichtigen Sehenswürdigkeiten wie der Hagia Sophia entfernt.
Lassen Sie sich von den geschäftigen Straßen Istanbuls mitreißen und probieren Sie nach der Erkundung die Aromen des Orients im Hotelrestaurant.
3. Platz: Ikos Dassia, Korfu, Griechenland
Weiße Schirme sind wie eine Perlenkette angeordnetIkos Dasiaan einem ebenso weißen SandstrandKorfuAN. Der Blick aus den Zimmern des Fünf-Sterne-Resorts führt auf das glitzernde seichte Wasser der Dassia Bay, die Minibars sind mit Champagner gefüllt und je nach Kategorie verfügen die Suiten sogar über einen eigenen Swimmingpool.
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Private Pools können auf Anfrage im Ikos Dassia Hotel auf Korfu reserviert werden.
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Bei Ikos Dassia finden Sie keine Plastikstühle und Papiertischdecken. Hier erleben Sie All-Inclusive auf Sterneniveau: Gerichte in acht Restaurants werden von Michelin-Sterneköchen zubereitet, Getränke in Bars werden von preisgekrönten Barkeepern gemixt.
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Am Privatstrand sorgen mehrere Swimmingpools für Abkühlung am Meer. Und wem das noch nicht reicht, der kann sich auch in zwei luxuriösen Spas verwöhnen lassen.
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Platz 4: Ikos Andalusien, Costa del Sol, Spanien
Den vierten Platz bei der Travelers' Choice Awards-Umfrage belegte ein weiteres Resort der Ikos-Familie: DasAndalusische Ikonean einem sonnigenCosta del Sol. Eingebettet zwischen Bergen und Meer ist dieser stilvolle Komplex auf Luxusurlaub spezialisiert: Sternemenüs, private Pools und ein eigener Concierge sind auf Anfrage buchbar.
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In Ikos Andalusien erreichen Sie neben den Wasserreservoirs das klare Blau des Mittelmeers.
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Kleine Buchten, große Nationalparks, malerische Hafenstädte und typische weiß getünchte Dorfhäuser liegen vor den Toren dieses All-Inclusive-Resorts. Doch man muss die Hotelanlage nicht wirklich verlassen, um die Veränderung zu erleben. Der Komplex umfasst neun Restaurants, neun Innen- und Außenpools, einen weißen Strand, ein Spa, einen Kinderclub und verschiedene Sportanlagen.
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„Erstklassiger All-Inclusive-Luxus an der Costa del Sol. Dies war unser dritter Besuch und es wird jedes Jahr besser. Tolles Personal, tolles Essen, tolle Einrichtungen“, schrieb ein Tripadvisor-Nutzer.
5. Platz: Voyage Sorgun, Side, Türkei
Es liegt zwischen den Grünflächen des Sorgun-Kiefernwaldes und dem Strand mit feinem weißen SandChefkoch Sorgun. Dank natürlicher Materialien, viel Holz und leuchtenden Farben fügt es sich nahezu nahtlos in die beeindruckende Landschaft ein.
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Bevorzugen Sie den Pool oder das Meer? In Voyage Sorgun müssen Sie sich kaum viele Fragen stellen.
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Ob zur Unterhaltung für Kinder, für ambitionierte Sportschwimmer oder Ruhesuchende: Auf dem weitläufigen Gelände des Voyage Sorgun findet fast jeder ein passendes Plätzchen. Übrigens kann man vom Hotel aus sogar zu Fuß gehenZählenBogen.
Das Unterhaltungsprogramm des Hotels ist vielfältig: Disco am Strand, Spaß und Spiele im Pool, dazu gibt es Bands und Shows im Strandtheater. Darüber hinaus verfügt der Komplex über einen Indoor-Spielplatz und Wasserpark, acht Schwimmbäder und Tennisplätze. Wer sich eine Auszeit vom Stress seiner Freizeit gönnen möchte, wird sich im Spa verwöhnen lassen.
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Hier sind die 25 besten Hotels in Europa
- Shangri-La The Shard, London Großbritannien
- Romantisches Hotel in Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkei
- Ikos Dassia, Korfu, Griechenland
- Ikos Andalusien, Costa del Sol, Spanien
- Reisen Sorgun, Side, Türkei
- Ekos-Gebiet, Küste Griechenlands
- Corpo Santo Lisbon Historic Hotel, Lissabon, Portugal
- Hotel Malta, Paris, Frankreich
- Hotel Clark Budapest, Budapest, Ungarn
- Rixos Hotel Premium Belek, Belek, Türkei
- Ikos Olivia, Gerakini in Griechenland
- Iberostar Grand El Mirador, Teneriffa, Spanien
- Quinta Jardins do Lago auf Madeira, Portugal
- Hotel Moments Budapest, Budapest, Ungarn
- Der Bewohner Covent Garden, London, Großbritannien
- Hotel Bradford Elysées - Astotel, Paris, Frankreich
- Hotel Four Seasons, Agios Tychoń in Zypern
- Amavi, hergestellt für zwei Hotels, Paphos auf Zypern
- Elysium Hotel, Paphos, Zypern
- Grand Powers Hotel, Paris, Frankreich
- Mosaikhaus-Designhotel, Prag, Tschechische Republik
- Active Hotel Santa Lucia, Torbole, Italien
- Omnia, Zermatt, Schweiz
- Hotel Turin Palace, Turin, Italien
- Harvey's Point, bei Donegal, Irland
So definiert Tripadvisor „die besten der besten Hotels“.
Die Auszeichnung basiert ausschließlich auf Bewertungen von Urlaubern auf Tripadvisor im Jahr 2022. Hierzu wurden 12-Monats-Bewertungen von über 1,5 Millionen Hotels analysiert.
„Jeder Gewinner erfüllte unsere strengen Vertrauens- und Sicherheitsstandards“, schrieb TripadvisorBekanntmachung. Weniger als ein Prozent der acht Millionen Einträge auf Tripadvisor würden die Auszeichnung „Best of the Best“ erhalten.
Die zehn besten Hotels der Welt 2023
Wenn Sie in Europa alles gesehen haben und dieses Jahr die Welt bereisen möchten, könnte eines dieser Hotels das Richtige für Sie sein. Laut Nutzerbewertungen auf Tripadvisor sind sie die besten der Welt.
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Das Beste vom Besten: Das Rambagh Palace wurde von Reisenden zum besten Hotel der Welt gewählt.
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- Rambagh-Palast, Jaipur, Indien
- Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, Bolifushi und Malediwach
- Hotel Colline de France, Gramado, Brasilien
- Shangri-La The Shard, London Großbritannien
- The Ritz-Carlton, Hongkong, China
- JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Dubai, Vereinigte Arabische Emirate
- Romantisches Hotel in Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkei
- Ikos Dassia, Dassia in Griechenland
- Ikos Andalusien, Estepona, Spanien
- Das Padma Resort Ubud spricht in Indonesien
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FAQs
What is the most beautiful hotel in the world? ›
According to their research, Dubai's Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is the most beautiful luxury hotel (per Instagram data), and really, this comes as little surprise considering a stay at the hotel includes amenities like a Rolls-Royce chauffeur service.
What is the name of the best hotel in the world? ›1. Burj Al Arab, Dubai. The Burj Al Arab has often been described as the world's first “seven-star hotel” or "the most luxurious hotel in the world" since opening its doors in 1999.
Which country has the best hotels? ›The No. 1 Top Hotel in the entire world for 2022 is Tulemar Bungalows & Villas in Costa Rica. This jungle resort is perched on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Consistently ranking in the Best of the Best Awards, Tulemar is frequently called an “amazing stay in paradise” by its guests.
What is the busiest hotel in the world? ›More people visit the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas, according to World's Busiest Hotel (Channel 5), than visit Venice itself.
What is the most luxurious hotel room called? ›Penthouse suites.
Penthouse suites are usually located on the top floor of a luxury building and can take up the entire floor. Hotels that offer these accommodations are often found in the heart of iconic cities. Many casinos, luxury hotels, and exclusive resorts offer these suites to their most valued guests.
The Burj Al Arab: The worlds only 7-Star Hotel.
Which is the 1st best hotel in the world? ›- Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima — Peru.
- The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai — India. ...
- Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto — Japan. ...
- COMO The Treasury, Perth — Australia. ...
- Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre — U.A.E. ...
Burj Al Arab, Dubai: 321 metres
One of Dubai's most famous landmarks, this sail-shaped luxury property is still the tallest all-suite hotel in the world.
London loses its crown as the five-star hotel capital of the world to Macau in the 2023 Forbes Travel Guide ratings, with the Chinese city now boasting the most top-rated hotels.
Which country is the best to stay in the world? ›- Sweden. #1 in Quality of Life. #5 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Denmark. #2 in Quality of Life. #10 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Canada. #3 in Quality of Life. ...
- Switzerland. #4 in Quality of Life. ...
- Norway. #5 in Quality of Life. ...
- Finland. #6 in Quality of Life. ...
- Germany. #7 in Quality of Life. ...
- Netherlands. #8 in Quality of Life.
What country has the most 5 star hotels in the world? ›
China is first on the Top 10 list with some 2,940 5-star hotels, which represents approximately two percent of all of the country's units, followed by Turkey with some 800 5-star hotels, which account for six percent of the country's total.
Where is the largest hotel in Europe? ›Since 1980, the largest hotel in Europe is the Izmailovo Hotel in Moscow, Russia with 5,000 rooms divided between four buildings.
What is the biggest hotel in the US? ›The largest single hotel building is MGM Grand Las Vegas, with 5,124 rooms in one building.
Where is the smallest hotel in the world? ›However, there is one hotel that stands out for its tininess – the Eh'häusl Hotel in Amberg, Germany. With a total floor area of just 53 square meters (or 161 square feet), this hotel proudly holds the title of the world's smallest hotel.
What hotels do millionaires stay in? ›- The Bellagio, Las Vegas – 6,400 millionaire visits.
- The Plaza, New York – 3,700.
- Caesars Palace, Las Vegas – 3,400.
- Waldorf Astoria, New York – 3,300.
- Marina Bay Sands, Singapore – 3,100.
- The Breakers, Palm Beach – 3,000.
- Hotel de Paris, Monaco – 2,800.
Emoya Luxury Hotel in Bloemfontein, South Africa, has been all over the blogosphere in recent weeks. But the exposure might not be the type that the “unique accommodation experience” had bargained for. Gizmodo called the hotel “A Fake Slum for Luxury Tourists Who Don't Want to See Real Poverty.”
What is the Pretty Woman hotel? ›Numerous scenes take place and were filmed in Beverly Hills, including a shopping spree on Rodeo Drive and the hotel where Roberts stays, the landmark Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills (A Four Seasons Hotel).
What is the most expensive hotel night in the world? ›1. The Lover's Deep St. Lucia Submarine – The Underwater Hotel. Most expensive room rate: USD 292,000 per night.
What is the biggest room in a hotel called? ›Master Suite: a parlour or living room connected to one or more bedrooms. Executive Suite: similar to the executive room but larger and with better amenities. Presidential room: usually the largest and most luxurious room of the hotel property.
Is Atlantis a 7 star hotel? ›About Atlantis, The Palm. Luxury Hotel & 5 Star Resort In Dubai.
How many 5 * hotels are there in the world? ›
Five Star Alliance currently has more than 4,400 luxury four and five star hotels ready for booking. Thousands of you visit our site each year to find the world's best and and most luxurious hotels and resorts on the planet.
Which All Star Resort is first? ›All Star Music was the second All-Star Resort to open after Disney's All-Star Sports Resort. Calypso was the first building to open on November 22, 1994, and Broadway was the last to open on February 17, 1995. The resort opened on November 22, 1994.
What is the oldest hotel in Europe? ›Zum roten Bären (translation: The Red Bear) is a hotel and restaurant in Freiburg, Germany; it has a claim to be the oldest hotel in Germany and Europe. The foundations of the hotel predate the founding of the town of Freiburg by the dukes of the House of Zähringen in 1120.
What is the oldest hotel chain in the United States? ›Operating under the name Quality Courts United — the nation's first hotel chain — the owners sought to refer business to each other's hotels and establish service standards for their properties in order to better meet the needs and expectations of their guests.
What is the oldest hotel in the US? ›The Hotel El Convento, which bears its name from its more than 365-year-old beginnings as a Carmelite monastery, is considered the oldest hotel in America. The hotel is a stunning specimen of Spanish Colonial architecture and is located in the center of Old San Juan.
How many 5 star hotels are there in the US? ›There are 210 Five-Star hotels, 69 Five-Star restaurants and 64 Five-Star spas on the list with 1,694 winners in total. The Peninsula Hotels, in a first for Forbes Travel Guide, became an all Five-Star hotel company. The list also includes 49 new Four-Star hotels, six new Five-Star restaurants and eight Five-Star spas.
What is the smallest 5 star hotel in the world? ›Eh'häusl Hotel, with a total space of 570 square feet (53 square meters), holds the Guinness world record title for the smallest hotel.
Which is the only 9 star hotel in the world? ›The Burj Al Arab (Arabic: برج العرب, Arab Tower) is a luxury hotel located in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Which US city has the most 5 star hotels? ›New York City is popular because of the extensive diversity that the city has in terms of cuisine, different cultures, entertainment, and other factors. Of the 59 5-star hotels in New York, 59 are in Midtown Manhattan, 15 in Lower Manhattan, and 12 in Times Square.
What is the only 10 star hotel? ›Burj Al Arab the world's only 10 star hotel - Picture of Burj Al Arab, Dubai - Tripadvisor.
Which hotel has most number stars? ›
In the United States, a five-star rating system is often used by independent organizations like AAA to rate a hotel. One star is the lowest rating, and five stars is the highest score.
What is the best country to live in 2023? ›Switzerland. Switzerland looks to be the best country to live in 2023. It was the highest-ranking country on the latest HDI report, with a score of 0.962. Switzerland has remained at the top spot since 2015 and has seen an annual average growth of 0.19%.
Is the US the best country to live in? ›The US is still the land of opportunity and still ranks as one of the most desirable countries in the world to move to. The US offers great career opportunities, an unparalleled lifestyle and one of the highest standards of living in the world – all in a beautiful environment.
What is the safest country in the world to visit? ›The world's safest countries, in descending ranked order, are the Netherlands, Denmark, Iceland, Australia, Norway, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, New Zealand, Spain, Ireland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and Belgium.
What city has the most hotels in the world? ›Las Vegas, Nevada, known as the “Entertainment Capital of the World,” takes the top spot on the list of cities worldwide with the most hotel rooms. With over 150,000 hotel rooms, Las Vegas offers a wide variety of accommodations for visitors to choose from.
Which city has the second most five star hotels in the world? ›Dubai has been ranked second in the world for the highest number of five-star hotels in the world, according to the latest wealth report issued by Knight Frank.
How many 4 star hotels are there in the world? ›Luxury hotel statistics shows there are over 4,400 4 and 5-star hotels around the world. The leading group in the world is the Wyndham Hotel Group with over 9157 properties.
Which is Europe oldest luxury hotel group? ›Kempinski Hotels claims to be Europe's oldest luxury hotel group. Its history began in 1897 with the foundation of the "Hotelbetriebs-Aktiengesellschaft" in Berlin.
Why are European hotels cheaper? ›European hotel rooms are typically cheaper than those in the US. This is because Europeans have a smaller overall disposable income than Americans. Europeans usually travel less than Americans, so they are more likely to stay in smaller, less expensive hotels.
What is the Europa hotel known for? ›It is known as the "most bombed hotel in the world" after having suffered 36 bomb attacks during the Troubles.
Who owns most hotels in America? ›
Who owns most hotels in the USA? Wyndham Hotel Group owns the most hotels in the USA, the company has over 8,092 hotels in 66 different countries.
Which state in US has most hotels? ›Which States have the highest number of businesses in the Hotels & Motels industry in the United States? California (15,557 businesses), Texas (14,733 businesses) and Florida (9,410 businesses) are the States with the most number of Hotels & Motels businesses in the US.
Which US city has the most hotel rooms? ›Las Vegas, which has the most hotel rooms of any city in America with 150,000 rooms and Chicago, which has more than 100,000. California, which landed two cities in the top 10, claimed bragging rights as the highest-ranked state with 982 hotels in the top 25%.
What is the skinniest hotel in the world? ›The Eh'häusl Hotel in Amberg, Germany, holds the Guinness World Record for the world's smallest hotel, with a total floorspace of just 173 square feet (53 square meters).
Where is the longest running hotel in the world? ›Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan (Yamanashi, Japan)
According to the Guinness World Records, the oldest hotel in the world is Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan.
Situated in the heart of the High Street, The Famous Star Hotel offers an excellent base for a range of guests, from holidaying families to travelling workers. The building itself dates back to the late 1700's and found its fame as the World's Narrowest Hotel as mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records.
Where is 7 star hotel in the world? ›The only 7 star hotel in the world - Review of Burj Al Arab, Dubai - Tripadvisor.
Which is the world's only 10 star hotel? ›Burj Al Arab the world's only 10 star hotel - Picture of Burj Al Arab, Dubai - Tripadvisor.
How much does it cost to stay at the 7-star hotel in Dubai? ›Nightly rates at Burj Al Arab hotel start at AED 4,500 (about $1,225) during the low season but keep in mind that during that time, you'd experience the sweltering summer heat. High season rates can be AED 8,000 (about $2,175).
Is Atlantis a 7-star hotel? ›About Atlantis, The Palm. Luxury Hotel & 5 Star Resort In Dubai.
What is higher than a 7-star hotel? ›
Officially, a 7-star rating is impossible. Across the world, fairly uniform hotel classification systems are used, particularly in instances of international standardisation, such as the European Hotelstars Union (HSU). According to these systems, the maximum rating a hotel can achieve is officially 5-stars.
What star is the best hotel? ›A 5 star hotel is a hotel that provides a luxurious experience and high-end accommodations. Five-star hotels are known to be some of the most glamorous hospitality locations in the world due to the level of service they provide.
What is the biggest hotel in the universe? ›1. First World Hotel, Genting Highlands, Malaysia - 7,351. The First Hotel hotel is part of the Resorts World Genting complex. Its two towers are home to 7,351 rooms, and it holds the Guinness World Records title for the largest hotel in the world.
Which hotel has the most floors? ›The world's highest hotel is the Rosewood Guangzhou located on the top floors of the 201-story Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre in China, soaring to 530 meters at its highest point.
What is the tallest hotel in America? ›The Courtyard-Residence Inn Central Park opened December 29 in midtown Manhattan to become the tallest hotel property in North America. The 750-foot property beats the 727-foot Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (pictured) for the title.
What's the oldest hotel in the world? ›Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan, Japan
The oldest hotel in the world, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan opened in 705 AD and has been passed down through the same family for an astounding 52 generations.