Australia enters the A-league with two hotels named among the world's best

Two Australian hotels have been recognised among the world's best at a top awards program.

The World's 50 Best Hotels list was created by The World's 50 Best Hotels Academy, a group of more than 600 independent leaders, each selected for their expert opinion of the international hotel scene.

The list, according to organisers, promises to create the most egalitarian, useful and transparent hotel ranking system ever devised.

The 2024 winners were announced during a ceremony in London in September.

The Calile Hotel in Queensland's Fortitude Valley was named number 25 in The World's 50 Best Hotels, as well as winning the Best in Oceania gong. They were also represented in the top 50 in 2023.

In attendance for the ceremony, The Calile Hotel Co-owner Catherine Malouf said she was proud to be again representing the Malouf family (owners) and employees of The Calile at such a significant celebration.

"To have been selected two years in a row marks a significant affirmation of The Calile's place on the global hotel industry stage. This is a win for our team, our collaborators, our loyal guests and a win for Brisbane as a destination, and we are humbled to again represent Australia and be recognised as leading in the Oceania region," Ms Malouf said.

Hotel General Manager, Chris Kemlo, said being included again was a great win not just for The Calile, but for Brisbane and Australian tourism.

"Being ranked in such a prestigious and highly recognised list for the second year reaffirms our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible guest experience. This achievement is a testament to our dedicated team, whose unwavering commitment to excellence and exceptional service drives us to continually exceed our guests' expectations. Together, we embrace our values and strive to make every stay memorable," he said.

The Calile is a five-star hotel that embraces an "established tropical vernacular" with the elevated light green stone-tiled pool and leafy pool terrace, outdoor dining, cabanas and sun lounges. thecalilehotel.com

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, was named number 49 in the World's 50 Best Hotels 2024. Centrally located on Hobart's iconic waterfront, The Tasman is an elegant heritage reconstruction of former state government offices that offers guest rooms and suites carefully conceived to showcase the architectural narrative of the site.

The Tasman Hotel general manager, Stephen Morahan, said: "Tasmania has long been a jewel in Australia's crown as a place to experience natural and epicurean delights, and fabulous warm friendly hospitality.

"The Tasman embodies these experiences and to be celebrated on the world's stage is not only a testament to our offerings but those of the entire state. I would like to express my gratitude to The World's 50 Best judging panel for the acknowledgement and, of course, thank our amazing team who offer the exceptional service every day that puts The Tasman a cut above the rest."

The Tasman's epicurean offerings include Peppina, a signature restaurant headed-up by Tasmanian chef, Massimo Mele, as well as Mary Mary, an intimate cocktail bar and spirits library. marriott.com

In No. 1 spot was the Capella Bangkok, while Passalacqua on Lake Como in Italy and Rosewood Hong Kong won the second and third spots respectively.