Auberge Collection wins big in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards

Auberge Collection had 23 properties recognized in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, the highest percentage of awarded hotels among luxury hospitality brands. Four properties ranked No. 1 in their categories, underscoring the brand’s strength as it expands into Europe, urban markets and Africa.

Why it matters: - Auberge Collection’s performance in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards signals strong traveler demand across its portfolio. - The brand had the highest percentage of awarded hotels among luxury hospitality brands. - The results give Auberge Collection added visibility as it expands into new markets and formats.

What happened: - Travel + Leisure readers recognized 23 Auberge Collection properties in the 2026 World’s Best Awards. - Four Auberge Collection properties earned No. 1 rankings in their categories. - Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection in Florence was named No. 1 Hotel in Florence. - The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains was named No. 1 Resort in the South. - The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Collection in Park City, Utah was named No. 1 Resort in Utah. - Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection in New York’s Hudson Valley was named No. 1 Resort in New York State.

The details: - Christian Clerc, president and CEO of Auberge Collection, said the recognition reflects the teams delivering the Auberge Promise and creating one-of-a-kind experiences. - Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection on Hawaiʻi Island was named No. 2 Resort in Hawaii. - Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Collection in Punta de Mita, Mexico was named No. 2 Resort in Mexico. - Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection in Austin was named No. 2 Hotel in Austin. - Auberge Collection secured five spots in Travel + Leisure’s 100 Best Hotels in the World list. - Auberge du Soleil, Auberge Collection ranked No. 3 Resort in California and No. 7 Resort in the Continental U.S. - Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection ranked No. 3 Hotel in Europe. - The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Collection ranked No. 3 Resort in the Continental U.S. - The full awards list will appear in the magazine’s August 2026 issue and on travelandleisure.com. - Additional properties recognized on this year’s lists include Bishop’s Lodge in Santa Fe; Bowie House in Fort Worth; Chileno Bay Resort & Residences in Los Cabos; Esperanza in Los Cabos; Etéreo in Riviera Maya; Goldener Hirsch in Park City; Hacienda AltaGracia in Pérez Zeledón; Hotel Jerome in Aspen; Madeline Hotel & Residences in Telluride; Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut; Solage in Calistoga; Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley; The Dunlin on Johns Island; The Vanderbilt in Newport; and White Barn Inn in Kennebunk.

Between the lines: - The awards reinforce Auberge Collection’s positioning in the luxury segment, where traveler rankings can shape bookings and brand reputation. - The spread of winning properties across Europe, the U.S., Mexico and Hawaii suggests broad appeal rather than dependence on one destination. - Travel + Leisure’s survey-based rankings can function as a marketing tool and a trust signal for high-end travelers. - Auberge Collection is also pushing beyond traditional resort markets, including a Spring launch of Auberge Safari in Africa.

What’s next: - Auberge Collection plans to open Cambridge House in London later this year. - Auberge Collection also plans to open The Knox in Dallas later this year. - Cambridge House is set to bring luxury, bespoke service, dining and a wellbeing destination to Mayfair. - The Knox is planned as an urban retreat in Dallas’s Knox Street district with elevated design, dining and curated guest experiences. - Travel + Leisure will showcase the awards in its August 2026 issue and online.