Hotels aren’t just a pitstop, they are what shapes your travel experience to a new place. The right place to stay elevates the entire travel experience. As hotels around the world are constantly upping their game to offer the best to travelers and patrons, the popular international travel guide Tripadvisor ranks the best hotels every year. For its 2025 list of the 10 best hotels in the world, there are two Indian hotels on the list. Which ones are they? We find out.
From over 1.6 million hotels listed on their site, Tripadvisor analysed and reviewed to find which hotels had the highest ratings globally. As per its data, Tripadvisor listed the 10 best hotels in the world. Let’s take a look at the list.
World’s 10 best hotels in 2025
- Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, Mexico
An adults-only resort in the heart of the Riviera Maya, the Secrets Akuma is all about luxury when it comes to hosting its guests. With 434 exquisite suites, six a la carte restaurants, seven bars and lounges, several pools and nightly entertainment, this hotel is redefines what luxury truly means. Right on the shores of the Mesoamerican Reef, this is one of the best hotels in the world.
- Grandvrio Ocean Resort Danang, Vietnam
Up next, a Vietnamese hotel. Situated between Danang City and Hoi An, the historic village, this resort features one of the cleanest and most beautiful beachfront in Vietnam. The resort has 54 villas, all with private pools, thus taking its guests on a ride of luxury like nothing else. There are also 96 ocean-view rooms apart from the villas, all equipped with high-end amenities.
- Gokulam Grand Turtle on the Beach, India
The first Indian hotel on the list, Turtle on the Beach is situated near Hawa Beach. Blending exquisite luxury with fine art, this is a unique boutique hotel that stands out from the rest. Offering modern rooms but with wooden accents and traditional Indian touches here and there, the dining options here are diverse and vast.
- Romance Istanbul Hotel, Turkiye
If romance had a home, this would be it. At the heart of the old city of Istanbul, this hotel stands tall when it comes to offering Turkish opulence at its best. With beautifully designed rooms in one of the most historically significant areas of the city, Romance Istanbul Hotel is known for its Turkish hospitality.
- Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort Aruba, Caribbean
How could a Caribbean resort not make it to the list? This award-winning resort is for adults only, operated by an owner that focuses on romance and wellness primarily. Sitting on the breathtaking Eagle Beach of Aruba, this hotel is for any couple who’s seeking peace and wants to embark on some romantic adventures. They also have an on-site international restaurant, Elements, which serves world-class breakfast, lunch and dinner against the backdrop of stunning sea views.
- St. Ermin’s Hotel, Autograph Collection, UK
Located in St. James, London, this iconic luxury hotel belongs to Marriott’s Autograph Collection. A seamless blend of vintage interiors with modern amenities, this hotel is ideal for escaping the city’s bustle and noise.
- Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, Caribbean
Another Caribbean hotel on the list, this too is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort that sits in the gated community of Cap Cana. A tropical paradise, this retreat is all about luxury with ocean views for all the water babies.
- French Quarter Inn, USA
Spotless clean and well-maintained rooms, tastefully done furnishings, thoughtful elements that elevate the stay – this American hotel is one of the best in the world.
- Chandys Windy Woods, India
The next Indian hotel to be on the list of 10 best hotels in the world is situated near a plantation village in Munnar. The Chandys Windy Woods offers world-class amenities to its guests, like a heated pool, various activities and an artificial forest. Guests also love the service and the attentiveness of the staff.
- Siyam World Maldives, Maldives
As Maldives has emerged to be the next ‘it’ travel destination in the world, this resort offers breathtaking ocean views from elegant villas, paired with world-class amenities. Whether you are looking to go snorkelling or diving, or purely just to relax, this tropical haven will take care of all your needs.