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Rosewood Sand Hill Continues To Set The Standard In Ultra-Luxury Hospitality in Forbes Travel Guide's 2025 Star Ratings
Rosewood Sand Hill receives prestigious five-star distinction, recognized as one of the world's top luxury hotels in Northern California
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
MENLO PARK | February 13, 2025 – Rosewood Sand Hill proudly upholds its reputation as a global leader in ultra-luxury hospitality, earning the esteemed Five-Star status in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Star Ratings. As the premier global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises, Forbes Travel Guide honors establishments that deliver exceptional service and unparalleled excellence.
This distinguished accolade reaffirms Rosewood Sand Hill’s position among the finest hospitality destinations worldwide. Through impeccable personalized service, refined sophistication, and a deep connection to the region’s heritage, Rosewood Sand Hill continues to redefine luxury in Northern California. This is Rosewood Sand Hill’s 10thth consecutive win, underscoring its unwavering commitment to excellence.
“We are honored to once again receive the prestigious Five-Star distinction from Forbes Travel Guide. This recognition is a testament to our dedicated team’s commitment to providing unparalleled luxury, exceptional service, and a truly memorable experience for our guests. At Rosewood Sand Hill, we take great pride in delivering personalized hospitality that reflects the beauty and spirit of Northern California.”
Philip Meyer, Managing Director of Rosewood Sand Hill
Since its debut, Rosewood Sand Hill has been an iconic sanctuary for discerning travelers, offering world-class accommodations, innovative dining experiences at Madera, and rejuvenating spa treatments.
Designed to harmonize with its picturesque surroundings, the property’s lush gardens, expansive views, and thoughtfully curated guest experiences make it a benchmark of luxury hospitality. Rosewood Sand Hill is one of sixteen Rosewood hotels, restaurants, and spas recognized with the Five-Star distinction in 2025. To determine the ratings, Forbes Travel Guide’s highly trained inspectors visit and evaluate each experience against up to 900 standards, encompassing topics including gracious service, sense of luxury, guest comfort, sustainability, and more. The standards are refined annually, ensuring that the Five-Star winners reflect the very best of modern, ultra-luxury hospitality.
For a comprehensive list of the 2025 Five-Star award recipients, please visit Forbes Travel Guide's website.
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About Rosewood Sand Hill
Nestled amid 16 acres, Rosewood Sand Hill melds the relaxed style and beauty of California Ranch architecture with fragrant gardens and stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Whether relaxing in the spacious guestrooms, indulging at Asaya Spa, or enjoying Madera’s delicious offerings inspired by the freshest local ingredients, guests will experience unparalleled attention to detail and impeccable service at this urban oasis. Rosewood Sand Hill’s luxurious accommodations feature 121 elegantly appointed guest rooms, including 31 suites ranging in size from 527 square feet for the deluxe guestroom to 2,372 square feet for the two-bedroom Presidential Villa. All guestrooms and suites offer private balconies or terraces with views of landscaped courtyard gardens, the swimming pool, or the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts ®
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages a global collection of 33 one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts, and residences in 21 countries. Each Rosewood property embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture, and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as modern classics such as Rosewood Hong Kong and Rosewood São Paulo. For those who wish to stay a little longer, Rosewood Residences offer a distinct opportunity for the ownership or rental of properties co-located with a Rosewood hotel or resort and of standalone for-sale residences. Rosewood Residences are defined by the brand’s commitment to Enriched Living through thoughtful details and experiences that enhance the quality of life while evoking a sense of discovery and inspiration.
For more information on Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, please visit rosewoodhotels.com
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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 hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best 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.
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