World’s 50 Best Hotels includes two Australian stunners

Two Australian hotels have been recognised among Traveller’s prestigious World’s 50 Best Hotels, underscoring the country’s growing reputation for high-end hospitality.

The Calile in Brisbane and The Tasman in Hobart are the two Australian entries on the list in the coveted World’s 50 Best Hotels list, with The Calile standing out as the Best Hotel in Oceania for the second consecutive year.

Brisbane’s The Calile, an urban resort operated by TFE Hotels, ranks at No. 25 for 2024 and despite slipping from its impressive No. 12 spot last year, the hotel remains a leading player in Australia’s luxury hotel scene.

Located in the vibrant James Street precinct, The 175-room Calile has a unique architectural style, combining brutalist design with 1950s aesthetics. Designed by Richards and Spence, the hotel features a striking white-brick facade and interiors with polished concrete and a sun-drenched palette of golds, soft sages, sandy tones, and pastel blues and pinks.

Calile co-owner Catherine Malouf, who attended the London ceremony, said: “To have been selected two years in a row marks a significant affirmation of The Calile’s place on the global hotel industry stage.

“This is a win for our team, our collaborators, our loyal guests and a win for Brisbane as a destination, and we are humbled to again represent Australia and be recognised as leading in the Oceania region.”

TFE Hotels is set to further enhance its presence in the Australian hospitality scene with the upcoming opening of The Eve, a luxury boutique hotel in Sydney’s Redfern.

Scheduled to open in November 2024, The Eve is poised to become one of the city’s most anticipated new properties, featuring a rooftop pool and dining experiences led by the acclaimed Liquid & Larder group.

Meanwhile, Hobart’s The Tasman, a newcomer to the list, secured the No. 49 spot.

Operated by Marriott, The Tasman has earned widespread praise, including a perfect score from Traveller, making its debut on the global stage a significant achievement.

Situated in Tasmania’s capital, the hotel combines heritage architecture with modern luxury, offering a distinct and immersive experience for visitors to the island state.

In a global context, The Calile and The Tasman stand alongside elite hotels worldwide, from Capella Bangkok, which took the top spot, to Italy’s Passalacqua, which was ranked second after taking out the number one ranking in 2023.


The World’s 50 Best Hotels for 2024

1. Capella Bangkok (The World’s Best Hotel, The Best Hotel In Asia)
2. Passalacqua, Lake Como (The Best Hotel In Europe, Carlo Alberto Best Boutique Hotel Award)
3. Rosewood Hong Kong
4. Cheval Blanc, Paris
5. The Upper House, Hong Kong
6. Raffles Singapore
7. Aman Tokyo
8. Soneva Fushi, Maldives (Lost Explorer Best Beach Hotel Award)
9. Atlantis The Royal, Dubai (Highest Climber Award)
10. Nihi Sumba, Sumba Island
11. Claridge’s, London
12. Mandarin Oriental Bangkok
13. Raffles London at The OWO (New Entry, London Lavazza Highest New Entry Award)
14. Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Bangkok
15. Hôtel De Crillon, Paris
16. Chablé Yucatán, Chocholá (The Best Hotel In North America)
17. Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Antibes
18. Maroma, Riviera Maya (New Entry, Flor De Caña Eco Hotel Award)
19. Four Seasons Firenze, Florence
20. Borgo Santandrea, Amalfi (New Entry)
21. Desa Potato Head, Bali
22. Bulgari Tokyo (New Entry, Nikka Best New Hotel Award)
23. The Lana, Dubai (New Entry)
24. Rosewood São Paulo, São Paulo (The Best Hotel In South America)
25. The Calile, Brisbane (The Best Hotel In Oceania)
26. The Siam, Bangkok
27. Park Hyatt Kyoto
28. Mount Nelson, Cape Town (New Entry, The Best Hotel In Africa)
29. One&Only Mandarina, Riviera Nayarit
30. The Carlyle, New York (New Entry)
31. La Mamounia, Marrakech
32. Four Seasons Madrid, Madrid
33. Capella Singapore
34. Four Seasons at The Surf Club, Surfside (New Entry)
35. Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (New Entry)
36. Eden Rock, St Barths
37. Aman New York
38. Royal Mansour, Marrakech (No.3 Gin Art Of Hospitality Award)
39. Amangalla, Galle
40. Le Bristol, Paris
41. Gleneagles, Auchterarder
42. Castello di Reschio, Lisciano Niccone (New Entry)
43. Suján Jawai, Rajasthan (New Entry)
44. Singita – Kruger National Park
45. Six Senses Zighy Bay, Zaghi (New Entry)
46. The Connaught, London
47. The Brando, Tetiaroa (New Entry)
48. Hotel Esencia, Tulum
49. The Tasman, Hobart (New Entry)
50. Kokomo Private Island, Yaukuve Levu Island (New Entry)

Jonathan Jackson, 18^th September 2024