Analyzing a year's worth of Tripadvisor reviews (January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022) from more than 1.5 million hotels, Traveller's Choice Best of the Best Hotels presents the preferred accommodations among travelers across 10 categories. Along with the comprehensive list of Top Hotels, the sub-categories include All-inclusive, B&Bs, Family-Friendly, Hottest New Hotels, Luxury, Out of the Ordinary Hotels, Small Hotels, and two new additions for 2023: Best Hotels for Sleep and Best Hotels with Spas.
The top-ranking hotel in the prestigious Top Hotels category for this year is Rambagh Palace in Jaipur, India. Known as 'The Jewel of Jaipur,' this former palace from 1835 has been transformed into a luxurious hotel. With over 5,000 five-star reviews, it is cherished for its polo bar, historic sites, and high tea.Puneet Chhatwal, the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Indian Hotels Company, stated, "The recognition of Rambagh Palace, Jaipur as the No.1 Hotel in the World 2023 Travellers' Choice Awards by Tripadvisor is a testament to the trust our guests have placed in us over the years. We are humbled by this global honor, which truly reflects the world-class hospitality provided in an authentic palace setting by the iconic brand Taj. The Taj brand has stood for excellence for over a century, and we remain dedicated to delighting our guests and spreading the magic of Tajness."
Here are the top 10 hotels in India:
1. Rambagh Palace – Jaipur
2. Taj Krishna – Hyderabad
3. The Westin Goa – Goa
4. Blanket Hotel & Spa – Pallivasal
5. Chandys Windy Woods – Chithirapuram
6. JW Marriott Hotel Pune – Pune
7. Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa – Chennai
8. Courtyard Amritsar – Amritsar
9. JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru – Bengaluru
10. The Leela Palace Udaipur – Udaipur