Travel + Leisure, one of the world’s most influential tourism magazines, has announced the winners of the World’s Best Awards 2024. Among the top 100 hotels globally, Hotel Casa Real of Viña Santa Rita was ranked #40.
In addition, the magazine compiled a list of the best resorts in South America, where Hotel Casa Real secured the second position.
Situated in the Maipo Valley, just 45 minutes from Santiago, Hotel Casa Real is renowned for its heritage wine offerings. Guests can tour the 40-hectare centenary park, visit the neo-Gothic chapel adjacent to the hotel, explore over eight types of tours and historical cellars, and enjoy lunch at the Doña Paula restaurant. The Andean Museum, part of the Claro Vial Foundation, houses a collection of nearly 3,000 archaeological and ethnographic pieces from pre-Columbian cultures.
For Elena Carretero, Corporate Affairs, Sustainability, and Tourism Manager of Viña Santa Rita, South America is an ideal choice for travellers seeking authentic and sophisticated experiences in the region, and this recognition is a clear reflection of the natural and cultural wealth that Chile has to offer. “Our country provides unique and memorable experiences, from the stunning landscapes of the north to the majesty of Patagonia, along with the wine tradition and history, which is one of Chile’s great ambassadors.
Hotel Casa Real, along with the other distinguished hotels, symbolizes the effort and passion of the Chilean tourism industry to deliver its natural and cultural essence, forged and preserved over time, to be sustainably visited by national and international visitors. To this end, a world-class service and unparalleled hospitality have been developed. Additionally, wine represents Chile’s identity globally, and we are proud to be part of the effort to establish our country as a top-tier destination,” she says.
Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards annually highlight the finest in the travel industry, from hotels and resorts to destinations and airlines. These accolades are highly esteemed in the tourism sector and are based on reader surveys. Evaluation criteria include service quality, facilities, gastronomy, prime location, and the overall tourism offerings of each establishment. In the latest survey, 186,000 readers participated, casting over 700,000 votes for more than 8,700 establishments, including hotels, cities, and cruise lines. The complete list of winners across various categories can be viewed at this link.
This recognition adds to the growing list of accolades for Viña Santa Rita. In April, the World Wine Tourism Organization (OMET) awarded the winery the title of “Best Responsible Wine Tourism Experience” globally. Last year, Hotel Casa Real was also named one of the seven best resorts in the region by Conde Nast through its Readers’ Choice Awards.
Source: Travel And Tour World