When it comes to hotel awards, Bangkok properties are never far from the spotlight. The city is packed with everything from budget stays to ultra-luxe escapes. This year, the French guide La Liste released its 2025 ranking of the world’s finest places to stay, with Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok standing out as the only establishment from Southeast Asia to make the cut.
Known for its annual list of the world’s top 1,000 restaurants, La Liste uses the same algorithm-based approach for its hospitality ratings. The guide compiles thousands of critic reviews, expert insights and guest feedback. It also aggregates and analyses data from over 400 international sources, ensuring an objective evaluation that transcends cultural preferences and regional biases.
‘Our algorithm doesn’t lie: these establishments truly represent the pinnacle of global hospitality,’ said La Liste’s founder Philippe Faure. ‘Each transcends the simple concept of accommodation to offer a transformative experience to its guests.’
For its inaugural year, the accolade crowns ten properties worldwide with a top score of 99.5 – six in Europe, two in the Americas and two in Asia. A big shoutout goes to Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, which is not only one of just two Asian stays but also the only one representing Southeast Asia.
Mandarin Oriental Bangkok is no stranger to international acclaim. Located on the historic Chao Phraya River, it stands as a living legend of Asian hospitality. Despite changes over the years, the place continues to uphold a 145-year tradition of dedicated service that remains Bangkok’s beating heart.
Here’s the full list of the world’s best hotels in 2025, according to La Liste