The Best Peninsula Hotels in the World

The only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star-rated hotel in Southern California every year since 1993, The Peninsula Beverly Hills offers 195 guest rooms, including 38 suites and 17 private villas, nestled among lush tropical gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Voted as the #1 City Hotel in Los Angeles for 2019 by the readers of Travel + Leisure, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is located at the intersection of Wilshire and South Santa Monica Boulevards, within easy walking distance of Century City and Beverly Hills’ legendary Rodeo Drive. The Peninsula Hotels is also thrilled to be the only hotel brand to achieve the highest possible Five-Star status across all ten of its hotels, an honor first announced by Forbes Travel Guide in 2019 and continued for 2020.

Perfectly situated at 19 Avenue Kléber, The Peninsula sits in the heart of Paris within walking distance of some of the world’s most famous monuments, museums and luxury shopping districts. The Peninsula houses 200 luxurious rooms, including 86 suites. Inspired by Haute Couture, the theme suites at The Peninsula Paris hotel – some of the French capital’s most spacious and the world’s most highly customised – are veritable showcases of French heritage and savoir-faire.

Ideally located on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street in Midtown Manhattan, The Peninsula New York is in the heart of the city’s most prestigious shopping, entertainment and cultural district. The hotel is within walking distance of Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue shopping, excellent restaurants, historic museums and exciting Broadway theatres. The Peninsula New York is honored to be the recipient of some of the most prestigious accolades in the hospitality industry, including the Forbes Five Star rating and the AAA Five Diamond awards. Recently announced by Forbes Travel Guide, The Peninsula Hotels are thrilled to be the only hotel brand to achieve the highest possible Five-Star status across all ten of its properties.

The Peninsula Chicago is the five-star hotel that brought traditional Asian service to a city already renowned for the warmth of its hospitality. The hotel has become an integral part of Chicago life and is considered the top choice for everything from accommodation to celebrations and corporate events. For this, the hotel credits its strong links to both the local community and international heritage. The Peninsula Chicago has proudly received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating each year since its opening. In 2021, The Peninsula Chicago was named the #1 Hotel in Chicago and #3 hotel in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report.

Building on its long history as a global beacon of hospitality, the legendary “Grande Dame of the Far East” continues to set hotel standards worldwide, offering a blend of the best Eastern and Western hospitality in an atmosphere of unmatched classical grandeur and timeless elegance.

The Peninsula Beijing achieved the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star distinction for 3 year in a roll (2018, 2019 and 2020) as the culmination of a complete structural overhaul of the property, followed by a lavish refit in 2016 and 2017. The hotel offers a combination of timeless Chinese artistry and craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology and superlative service in the heart of China’s dynamic capital. Welcoming guests through a traditional Chinese gate, the palatial lobby combines antique furnishings, contemporary art and a sweeping marble staircase.

Located in the center of Makati City, The Peninsula Manila has set the benchmark for luxury and sophistication for over four decades. Known affectionately as the “Jewel in the Capital’s Crown” for its legendary presence in the heart of the Philippines’ primary business district, it is a luxurious haven of comfort, quality service and fine cuisine, and is as much a favorite with discerning locals as it is with visitors from overseas. For the second year, The Peninsula Manila is awarded the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating – the only hotel in the principal central business districts of Makati and Bonifacio Global City to receive the coveted ranking in the publisher’s annual announcement of the world’s finest luxury hotels.

Superbly located opposite the Imperial Palace and Hibiya Park in Marunouchi district, and within minutes’ walk of the shopping capital of Ginza, The Peninsula Tokyo offers commanding views of the Japanese capital skyline, sophisticated facilities, extraordinary dining options and the legendary Peninsula service. The Peninsula Tokyo was once again named a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel in 2021, the sixth consecutive year that the hotel has received the coveted ranking in the publisher’s annual announcement of the world’s finest properties. The hotel’s Peninsula Spa also received Forbes Five-Star status for the seventh year in a row.

Opened on the historic Bund in 2009, The Peninsula Hotels’ flagship hotel in Mainland China and a beacon of luxury hospitality on the city’s iconic riverfront promenade. Equipped with extraordinary facilities, world-class services and critically acclaimed Michelin star-rated restaurants, The Peninsula Shanghai harmonises effortlessly exquisite Art Deco-inspired interiors with contemporary comforts. The Peninsula Shanghai was once again named a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel in 2021, the tenth consecutive year that the hotel has received the coveted ranking in the publisher’s annual announcement of the world’s finest hotels and No.1 of The Best Hotels in Shanghai by Travel + Leisure’s The World’s Best Awards of 2020.

Where the signature Peninsula style meets genuine Thai charm, The Peninsula Bangkok is a truly distinct urban resort experience. From the moment one disembarks the iconic Peninsula green tuk tuk shuttle boat, the inspiring journey begins. The Peninsula Bangkok sits by the majestic Chao Phraya River and serves up authentic Thai recipes and comforting international fare. With an abundance of culinary surprises, wellness programmes and recreational activities, the hotel is the ideal holiday destination for families. There is a dedicated Peninsula Academy to help children design their very own travel itineraries within the hotel, including cultural immersions that spark creativity for all ages. The Peninsula Bangkok ensures that there is something special for everyone. With a keen sense of style and savoir-faire, The Peninsula Hotels is the only hotel brand to be awarded the highest possible five-star status across all ten of its hotels by Forbes Travel Guide in 2019 and 2020.