Auberge Collection lands 25 spots in Condé Nast Traveler awards

Condé Nast Traveler named 25 Auberge Collection properties among the world’s top hotels and resorts in its 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, with five earning No. 1 or No. 2 destination rankings. The results give Auberge Collection a strong showcase as it expands in Europe and major U.S. city markets next year.

Why it matters: - Auberge Collection had the highest share of properties recognized among luxury hotel portfolios in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. - The rankings reinforce Auberge Collection’s position in high-end travel at a time when the brand is also adding new properties in London and Dallas. - The awards can influence traveler demand because the Readers’ Choice Awards remain a widely watched signal of guest preference.

What happened: - Condé Nast Traveler announced its 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards on October 8, 2026. - Readers ranked 25 Auberge Collection properties among the world’s most exceptional hotels and resorts. - Five Auberge Collection properties earned top destination rankings. - Goldener Hirsch in Deer Valley, Utah, was named the No. 1 U.S. hotel in the West & Southwest. - Collegio alla Querce in Florence ranked No. 2 among world hotels in Florence. - Grace Hotel in Santorini ranked No. 2 among world hotels in Greece. - Madeline Hotel & Residences in Telluride ranked No. 2 among U.S. hotels in Colorado. - Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut, ranked No. 2 among U.S. hotels in the Northeast.

The details: - Other Auberge Collection properties recognized by Condé Nast Traveler include Auberge du Soleil in Napa Valley, Bishop’s Lodge in Santa Fe, Chileno Bay Resort & Residences in Los Cabos, and Commodore Perry Estate in Austin. - The list also includes Domaine des Etangs in Massignac, France; Esperanza and Chileno Bay Resort & Residences in Los Cabos; Etéreo in Riviera Maya; Hacienda AltaGracia in Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica; and Hotel Jerome in Aspen. - Additional honorees include Mauna Lani in Hawaii, Stanly Ranch in Napa Valley, Susurros del Corazón in Punta de Mita, The Dunlin in Johns Island, and The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos. - The remaining recognized properties include The Lodge at Blue Sky in Park City, The Lodge at Primland in the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Vanderbilt in Newport, The Woodward in Geneva, White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, and Wildflower Farms in Hudson Valley. - Condé Nast Traveler said it received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States. - The publication said the awards reflect travel experiences around the globe and remain one of the industry’s longest-running honors. - The 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on cntraveler.com/rca and will be featured in the November issue. - Auberge Collection has 39 hotels, resorts, safaris, residences, and private clubs in its portfolio.

Between the lines: - The breadth of winners suggests Auberge Collection’s luxury model is working across resort, city, and international destinations. - The recognition also lines up with Auberge Collection’s push into urban European and U.S. markets, which could broaden the brand beyond its core resort base. - Christian Clerc, Auberge Collection’s president and CEO, called the recognition an honor and linked it to the company’s focus on personal guest experiences.

What’s next: - Auberge Collection plans to add two properties early next year: Cambridge House in London and The Knox in Dallas. - Cambridge House is expected to bring luxury service, dining, and a dedicated wellbeing destination to Mayfair. - The Knox is planned as an urban retreat in Dallas’s Knox Street district with elevated design, dining, and curated guest experiences. - Auberge Collection also directs readers to More information.

The bottom line: - Auberge Collection turned a readers’ poll into a portfolio-wide win, then used the spotlight to underline a larger expansion strategy.