THE pinnacle list 2023 - Top luxury hotels & resorts in the world

 

Welcome to the Pinnacle list 2023

The Pinnacle List has been created to give you an exclusive look at which hotels and resorts have provided us with an extraordinary experience above the rest from our travels throughout 2022. Our aim is to inspire you to visit these one of a kind locations and discover their magic for yourself. So whether that is highlighting the level of luxury, unparalleled service, unique design or the overall wow-factor, this list showcases some of our personal favorite resorts from around the world that we believe you should add to your bucket-list.

BY JEREMY AUSTIN & ANGIE VILLA

 
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10. Ritz Carlton Maldives

Ritz Carlton Maldives is a private island resort located in in the Fari Islands, Maldives. The resort offers 100 suites, including beach and overwater villas. Guests can choose from a selection of 7 restaurants and bars for dining. The island also boasts an overwater spa, one main infinity pool, a dive center, indoor/outdoor kids club, tennis court and a 24-hour fitness center.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Enjoy a sunset dip at the EAU circular infinity pool as the sun dips into the Maldivian waters.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 8.5/10

Service - 9/10

Design - 10/10

Accommodation - 9.5/10

Spa - 8.5/10

Cuisine - 8/10

Experiences - 9.5/10

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9. Zannier Bai San Ho, Vietnam

Zannier Bai San Ho resort is located on a secluded peninsula in the Phu Yen province of Vietnam. The resort offers 73 free-standing villas, including beachfront, paddy field and hilltop villas. Guests can choose from a selection of 3 restaurants and 3 bars for dining. The property also boasts a spectacular private beach, one main infinity pool, a spa and well-being area and a 24-hour fitness center.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Enjoy a private beach picnic set amongst the dramatic granite boulders as you enjoy the breathtaking views of Vietnam’s South-Central coast.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 9.5/10

Service - 9/10

Design - 9/10

Accommodation - 8.5/10

Spa - 8.5/10

Cuisine - 9/10

Experiences - 8.5/10

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8. FOUR SEASONS SAN DOMENICO PALACE, TAORMINA Italy

Four Seasons San Domenico Palace resort is located in Taormina on the island of Sicily, Italy. The resort offers 111 suites, some with sea views and a private plunge pool. Guests can choose from a selection of 3 restaurants including the Michelin-starred Principe Cerami, which is the signature restaurant. The property also boasts an infinity pool terrace, spa, lush gardens, a fitness center and indoor/outdoor event spaces.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Kickback with your favorite drink under the sun at the iconic infinity pool terrace overlooking the Mediterranean waters.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 9/10

Design - 9/10

Accommodation - 8.5/10

Spa - 7/10

Cuisine - 9/10

Experiences - 9/10

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7. tHE WOODWARD GENEVA, SWITZERLAND

The Woodward Geneva hotel is located on Lake Geneva in Switzerland. The hotel offers 26 suites, with 12 suites providing full lake views. Guests can choose from a selection of 2 gourmet restaurants including Le Jardinier and the Michelin-starred L’Atelier Robuchon. The property also boasts a world-class Guerlain Spa, fitness center and indoor private event spaces.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Block a full day or evening for pampering and indulge yourself at the jaw-dropping Guerlain Spa.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 9.5/10

Design - 9.5/10

Accommodation - 10/10

Spa - 10/10

Cuisine - 9.5/10

Experiences - 8.5/10

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6. AMANOI, VIETNAM

Amanoi resort is located on the coastline of Nui Chua National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Vietnam. The resort offers 36 suites including 11 pavilions, 18 villas with private pools, 2 Spa Houses and 5 multi-bedroom residences. Guests can choose from a selection of 2 restaurants and 1 bar for dining. The property also boasts a world-class spa, 2 resort pools, a private beach, library, two tennis courts and a fitness center.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Arrange a bucket-list worthy spa journey in the Hammam Spa House.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 9.5/10

Service - 10/10

Design - 10/10

Accommodation - 9/10

Spa - 10/10

Cuisine - 9/10

Experiences - 9/10

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5. KOKOMO PRIVATE ISLAND, FIJI

Kokomo Private Island is located on the edge of the Kadavu Island Group in Fiji. The resort offers 26 suites including 21 beachfront villas and 5 hilltop residences all with private pools. Guests can choose from a selection of 3 restaurants and 2 bars for dining. The property also boasts breathtaking private beaches, a resort pool, an organic garden, spa, tennis court and basketball courts, a kids club, dive center, fitness center, heli-pad and world-class fishing opportunities.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Swim with majestic manta rays at the nearby manta ray cleaning station located just a 5 minute boat ride away from Kokomo Private Island.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 9/10

Design - 8.5/10

Accommodation - 8.5/10

Spa - 8/10

Cuisine - 8.5/10

Experiences - 10/10

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4. one&only Mandarina, mexico

One&Only Mandarina is located on the coastal rainforest of Riviera Nayarit in Mexico. The resort offers 105 suites including standalone treehouses and cliffside villas all with private pools. Guests can choose from a selection of 4 restaurants and 3 bars for dining. The property also boasts a spectacular beach and private beach club, a world-class spa, 4 resort pools including one adults-only infinity pool, a fitness center, jungle kids club, and a polo and equestrian club.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Spend the evening at the adults-only pool for sunset followed by an exquisite culinary journey at the Carao fine dining restaurant.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 9.5/10

Design - 9.5/10

Accommodation - 10/10

Spa - 9.5/10

Cuisine - 8.5/10

Experiences - 8.5/10

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3. andbeyond Grumeti River lodge, Serengeti Tanzania

andBeyond Grumeti River Lodge is a year round African safari destination located in the western reaches of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. The lodge offers 10 suites including one family suite, all situated along the river bank with private infinity pools. Guests can choose from one main restaurant and bar for dining. The property also boasts an infinity pool terrace, twice-daily game drives, a gym and in-villa wellness treatments.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Arrange a thrill-seeking safari walk guided by andBeyond’s expert team to experience the magic of safari on foot.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 10/10

Design - 9.5/10

Accommodation - 10/10

Spa - N/A

Cuisine - 9.5/10

Experiences - 10/10

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2. Shinta mani wild, Cambodia

Shinta Mani Wild is a luxury tented camp located in the Southern Cardamom National Park of Cambodia. The camp offers 15 luxury tents including one 2 bedroom tent and 4 waterfall tents. Guests can choose from one main restaurant and bar for dining. The property also boasts a private waterfall, jungle infinity pool, spa and a private resort zip line.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Arrange a bucket-list worthy private waterfall picnic then zip line your way above the treetops and past the waterfall back into the Landing Zone bar for a cocktail

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 10/10

Design - 10/10

Accommodation - 10/10

Spa - 7/10

Cuisine - 9.5/10

Experiences - 10/10

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1. COMO Laucala Island, FIJI

COMO Laucala Island is one of the world’s largest private island resorts located on the northeast coast of Taveuni in Fiji. The resort offers 25 villas including beachfront, plantation and hilltop villas all with private pools. Guests can choose from 5 restaurants and 4 bars for dining. The property also boasts one of the largest pools in the South Pacific, a world-class spa, spectacular private beaches, a fitness center, organic farm, an equestrian center, private airstrip, dive center and a world-class 18 hole golf course.

MUST DO EXPERIENCE: Enjoy a horseback riding adventure to explore the natural beauty of Laucala Island.

OUR RATINGS

Location - 10/10

Service - 10/10

Design - 10/10

Accommodation - 10/10

Spa - 8/10

Cuisine - 9.5/10

Experiences - 10/10

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