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Rosewood Hotel Georgia Named No. 1 Hotel in Western Canada in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

Vancouver landmark recognized across hospitality, dining, wellness and design ahead of its 2027 centennial​


Vancouver, B.C. | October 9, 2026 – Rosewood Hotel Georgia enters the final months of 2026 celebrating a year of recognition across hospitality, dining, wellness and design, most recently being named the No. 1 Hotel in Western Canada in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. The latest distinction is especially meaningful as the hotel approaches its 100th anniversary in 2027, reflecting the experiences of the travelers and guests who continue to make Rosewood Hotel Georgia part of their time in Vancouver.​

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Originally opened in 1927, the downtown Vancouver landmark approaches its centennial following a year of recognition from travelers, hospitality inspectors, local audiences and design organizations. Its 2026 accolades include Two MICHELIN Keys, a Gold Badge in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels rankings, leading positions in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards and the Georgia Straight’s Best of Vancouver awards, and multiple distinctions for Reflections The Garden Terrace.​

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As Rosewood Hotel Georgia looks toward its centennial year, the hotel is grateful to the guests who have been part of its story and looks forward to continuing to welcome both longtime and new visitors with the thoughtful service and distinctly Vancouver experience that have defined the property for generations.​

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“As we look ahead to our centennial year, we are incredibly grateful to the guests who continue to choose Rosewood Hotel Georgia and make the hotel part of their time in Vancouver. Recognition from Condé Nast Traveler readers is especially meaningful because it reflects their experiences with us and the care our associates bring to every stay. We’re proud to celebrate this honor with our team and our guests, and look forward to welcoming them back as we enter this next chapter in the hotel’s history.” ​

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LEADING CHOICE FOR TRAVELERS​

The No. 1 ranking in Western Canada in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards follows recognition as the top city hotel in Vancouver and the No. 2 hotel in Canada in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards. Both programs are determined by readers, reflecting their experiences at the property.​

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Rosewood Hotel Georgia also earned a Gold Badge in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Hotels rankings, recognizing it among the top-ranked luxury hotels in its market, and retained Two MICHELIN Keys in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 hotel selection. The MICHELIN distinction recognizes an exceptional stay, considering service, architecture and design, individual character and the overall guest experience.​

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Closer to home, Rosewood Hotel Georgia was named the No. 3 Best Hotel in the Georgia Straight’s Best of Vancouver 2026 awards, adding local recognition from the city it has called home for nearly a century.​

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RECOGNITION FOR WELLNESS​

Sense, A Rosewood Spa was included among Newsweek’s World’s Most Extraordinary Spas 2026, adding wellness to the hotel’s range of recognized experiences.​

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REFLECTIONS THE GARDEN TERRACE RECOGNIZED FOR DINING AND DESIGN​

Reflections The Garden Terrace was named among Canada’s Top 50 Hotel Restaurants by OpenTable in 2026.​

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Designed by Vancouver-based studio Ste Marie, the rooftop restaurant was also shortlisted in the Alfresco & Biophilic Design and Rooftop categories of the 2026 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards. A further shortlist placement in the Restaurant category of AHEAD Americas 2026 recognizes the venue’s hospitality design.​

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The distinctions highlight both the dining experience and the garden-inspired setting at Reflections The Garden Terrace, a gathering place for hotel guests and Vancouver residents.​

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As Rosewood Hotel Georgia enters the final months of 2026, the hotel celebrates a year of recognition across hospitality, dining, wellness and design, culminating most recently in its No. 1 ranking in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. With its 100th anniversary approaching in 2027, the hotel looks forward to the year ahead and to continuing to welcome guests with the thoughtful service and distinctly Vancouver experience that have defined Rosewood Hotel Georgia for generations.​

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For more information or reservations, visit rosewoodhotels.com/en/hotel-georgia-vancouver.​

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KEY SUMMARY​

  • Rosewood Hotel Georgia ranked No. 1 among hotels in Western Canada in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.​

  • The hotel was named the top city hotel in Vancouver and No. 2 hotel in Canada in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, earned a Gold Badge in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Hotels rankings and retained Two MICHELIN Keys.​

  • Rosewood Hotel Georgia was named the No. 3 Best Hotel in the Georgia Straight’s Best of Vancouver 2026 awards.​

  • Sense, A Rosewood Spa was included in Newsweek’s World’s Most Extraordinary Spas 2026.​

  • Reflections The Garden Terrace received OpenTable recognition and shortlist placements in the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards and AHEAD Americas.​

  • The hotel will celebrate its centennial in 2027.​

"As we look ahead to our centennial year, we are incredibly grateful to the guests who continue to choose Rosewood Hotel Georgia and make the hotel part of their time in Vancouver. Recognition from Condé Nast Traveler readers is especially meaningful because it reflects their experiences with us and the care our associates bring to every stay. We’re proud to celebrate this honor with our team and our guests, and look forward to welcoming them back as we enter this next chapter in the hotel’s history.​"

​MAYKEL ESCALONA, MANAGING DIRECTOR, ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA​

ABOUT ROSEWOOD​

Rosewood is an ever-evolving global collection of hotels, resorts, and residences, born through the discovery of remarkable places. With 43 one-of-a-kind destinations, each property celebrates the culture and community that shapes it, upholding the ideal of hospitality as mutually revitalizing. Every detail is intricately woven to tell the story of the place, offering unexpected moments of discovery and connection. Rosewood Residences extends this spirit, inspiring a life where belonging and curiosity enrich every day.​

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For more information, please visit rosewoodhotelgroup.com.​

Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, WeChat @RosewoodHotels​

About Rosewood Hotel Georgia

Rosewood Hotel Georgia is a time-honored sanctuary in the historic heart of Vancouver. A meticulously restored 1927 landmark, it celebrates British Columbia’s vibrant multicultural spirit through art, cuisine and experiences. Within its stately façade, the elegant interiors of 156 refined rooms and suites bridge past and present. Terrazzo floors and mosaic tiles nod to the grandeur of the Jazz Age, while contemporary Canadian artworks capture the city’s modern character. Six distinct culinary concepts showcase Vancouver’s coastal abundance and gastronomic heritage, from year-round rooftop oasis Reflections The Garden Terrace to The Georgia Bar, celebrated for its whisky tastings. Whether rejuvenating at Sense Spa or exploring the city via tailored excursions, every stay offers a timeless and distinct discovery of Vancouver.

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