Marriott International is celebrating the recognition of The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, W Melbourne and The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel Hobart among the top 10 properties in Australia and New Zealand in Condé Nast Traveler US 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay was also recognised at #17 in the World Resorts category. In the Condé Nast Traveller UK 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne and The Tasman were also recognised among the top 10 properties in Australia and New Zealand.
The annual Readers’ Choice Awards are among the travel industry’s longest running and most prestigious accolades, with more than 798,867 readers voting on their travel experiences across the globe. The 2026 results recognise hotels, resorts, destinations and travel experiences that continue to inspire travellers around the world.
The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, #1 in best Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast US – Set on the banks of the Swan River at Elizabeth Quay, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth brings the timeless luxury of The Ritz-Carlton together with a strong sense of place. Across its 205 guest rooms and suites, views stretch across the river and city, while a river view infinity pool and The Ritz-Carlton Spa offer a tranquil counterpoint to the rhythm of the city. At Hearth, Western Australian produce is celebrated through fire and season, while at Songbird rooftop bar and lounge, cocktails are served alongside sweeping city views.
The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne #2 in best Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast US. #5 Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast UK – Rising above Melbourne’s CBD, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne occupies the tallest hotel tower in the city. The 257 guest rooms and suites feature views across Melbourne. Dining includes Atria, which focuses on local and seasonal produce, Cameo Bar and the 80th-floor Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, while the 64th floor is home to the spa and infinity pool, offering panoramic city views.
W Melbourne #4 in best Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast US – Located on Flinders Lane, W Melbourne brings the city’s laneway culture into its 294 guest rooms and suites, with a rebellious take on luxury designed for the art and culturally curious traveller. The hotel’s dining line-up includes Warabi, a Japanese omakase restaurant; Belasco, offering New York Italian cuisine and award-winning subterranean cocktail bar, Curious. The hotel also features a pool and poolside bar with city views, alongside a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart #8 in best Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast US. #5 Australia and New Zealand Hotels: Condé Nast UK – Overlooking Hobart’s historic waterfront and close to Salamanca Market, the 152-room The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, occupies a collection of restored heritage buildings within Parliament Square. The dining experience is led by Peppina, which celebrates Tasmanian produce through Italian-inspired cuisine, alongside Mary Mary, the hotel’s cocktail bar showcasing Tasmanian spirits and local ingredients. The recently opened LUMINA adds a distinctive new event space within Parliament Square, complemented by unique access to Tasmania’s people, places and stories.
In addition, Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay was recognised at #17 in the Australia and New Zealand ranking. Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay is set on a private lagoon on Fiji’s Coral Coast, with 250 guest
rooms and overwater bures, five restaurants and bars, three swimming pools and a spa, offering a resort stay centred around the surrounding tropical landscape.
“We’re proud to see five of our properties across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific recognised in the highly regarded Condé Nast Traveler US Readers’ Choice Awards. It is particularly meaningful to receive recognition directly from travellers and is a great acknowledgement of the teams behind each of these exceptional properties and the incredible experiences they deliver,” said Jason Nuell, Regional Vice President, Marriott International, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific.
The recognition reflects the quality of Marriott’s portfolio across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Together, the properties showcase the diverse experiences available to travellers across the region, while highlighting the continued appeal of Oceania destinations to an international audience.
