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Rosewood Sand Hill Earns Five-Star Award by Forbes Travel Guide in the 2022 Star Rating List

Rosewood Sand Hill honored among the world’s best luxury hotels, restaurants and spas by one of the world’s premier travel authorities

Released 26 April 2022

Rosewood Sand Hill, the luxury hotel in Menlo Park, is pleased to announce that it has been named a Five-Star Hotel on the 2022 Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list. Additionally, Sense, A Rosewood Spa at Rosewood Sand Hill has been named a Four-Star Spa on the distinguished organization’s Star Rating list. This marks the seventh year Rosewood Sand Hill has received a Five-Star Hotel award. Based on the experiences of a highly qualified team of anonymous inspectors who assess nearly 1,700 entities against 900 objective industry standards, the world-renowned and only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, offers designations for Five-Star, Four-Star and Recommended properties.

“We are thrilled to receive our seventh Five-Star Hotel award from Forbes Travel Guide,” said Philip Meyer, Managing Director of Rosewood Sand Hill “It is a true testament of our associate’s hard work and dedication, despite the challenges and uncertainties of the past few years, our team have continued to deliver the highest level of service and we are extremely grateful for their loyalty & commitment to excellence” Meyer continued.

Rosewood Sand Hill sits on 16 acres with the stunning backdrop of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Representing the pinnacle of California luxury, Rosewood Sand Hill offers guests luxurious accommodations and amenities in Northern California. Guests can experience exclusive treatments at the award-winning Sense®, A Rosewood Spa, while its Michelin-starred restaurant, Madera, serves visitors elevated American fare inspired by the freshest local ingredients.

The only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, Forbes Travel Guide’s annual list has been revered as a global authority on travel since its launch in 1958. The winning properties, restaurants and spas are showcased on ForbesTravelGuide.com. For a detailed explanation of how Forbes Travel Guide compiles its Star Ratings, click here.

About Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on up to 900 objective standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best luxury experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.

About Rosewood

Rosewood is an ever-evolving global collection of hotels, resorts, and residences, born through the discovery of remarkable places. With 42 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.

For more information, please visit rosewoodhotelgroup.com

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About Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill is the modern clubhouse for Silicon Valley; a trusted retreat for visionaries where well-being is a way of life. Tucked into the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Menlo Park, California, the escape is shaped by its surroundings, blurring the lines between indoors and out. Accommodation spans 121 rooms, including 31 suites, alongside six unique Rosewood Residences; each an expression of its Northern Californian setting. The retreat invites guests to spend time with intention. Whether by the bar, at the fire or on the terrace, dining is refined but relaxed, grounded in region and season. Finnish saunas, basalt and limestone clad steam rooms and sound baths at Asaya Spa recalibrate energy and sharpen focus, while curated speaker series and personalized cycling routes inspire creative thought and meaningful connection.

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