With the Global Michelin Keys, the Michelin Guide takes another step into this realm. Gwendal Poullennec, the international director of the Michelin Guide, recently made the announcement. This new award recognizes hotels and properties worldwide. It brings attention to the very best of them — in design, architecture, service and personality. The reveal marks a huge growth opportunity for the Michelin name. Long known and often debated for its restaurant stars, Michelin is taking a big step into the hotel space.
The Michelin Keys have been awarded as a hotels’ highest honor. They are the American equivalent of the Michelin Stars given to restaurants. The choice is made up of 2,457 hotels from all over the world. These properties are ranked into three tiers based on their overall excellence. The top award, the Michelin Three-Keys, represents an “exceptional experience” with the best comfort, service, style and personality.
Breakdown of the U.S. Selection
In the United States, you’ll find 232 One-Key properties to indulge in extra-special stays. New this week are 69 Two-Key properties that guarantee an incredible experience. Most impressively, 16 U.S. hotels received the coveted Three-Key designation. The varied mix of winners showcases the high-quality, unique places to stay that can be found across the country, offering a range of experiences for all types of travelers.
For many of the hotels recognized with Michelin Keys for the first time, it truly was a crowning achievement for these hotels. This fledgling award allows guests to instantly identify the best lodging for pet travelers. What’s more, it draws attention to how important independent properties are to the hospitality industry.
“One hundred twenty-five years after its creation as a guide for discerning travelers, the Michelin Guide is once again redefining excellence,” – Gwendal Poullennec.
A New Standard in Hospitality
For hotels, the Michelin Guide’s inspectors focus heavily on design, fascinating architecture, service and personality. The rigorous assessment procedure guarantees that only the finest establishments are awarded the highly sought-after keys. The Global Michelin Keys The most coveted badge of honor for ardent travelers and explorers. In doing so, they unlock one-of-a-kind local cultural experiences and unforgettable stays.
Eden Roc Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic is one of the properties that have received Two Keys. This accomplishment serves to highlight the growing international influence of this fledgling and alternative ranking system. Poullennec underlined the importance of this initiative, which will revolutionize hotel experiences in every corner of the world.
“Michelin Keys now honor hotels that offer truly remarkable stays, where design, service, and location come together to create unforgettable moments.” – Gwendal Poullennec.
Implications for Travelers
The release of the Global Michelin Keys comes as a huge gift to travelers, offering one of the best ways to find exceptional hotels. By focusing on independent properties that prioritize quality and unique experiences, the Michelin Keys encourage guests to explore accommodations that may have previously been overlooked.
This new award emphasizes a major trend towards experiential travel. Today’s travelers are looking for experiences that are immersive and make them feel connected to a destination, not just a place to lay their heads. The Michelin Keys are invaluable for bringing attention to those opportunities and showcasing the best in hospitality.
