VANCOUVER, BC (November 20, 2025): The 2025 World Luxury Awards concluded with two distinguished gala ceremonies celebrating the world’s leading hospitality, spa, restaurant, and travel brands. Recognizing excellence across four international programs, the awards honour properties that exemplify innovation, service, and guest satisfaction worldwide.
This year’s celebrations took place on two continents, with events held on October 25 at the InterContinental Barcelona and October 31 at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering in Singapore. Beyond public voting, winners were evaluated on guest feedback, service excellence, and first-hand assessments by a judging panel.
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver: A Triple Win for a Waterfront Icon
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver earned three 2025 World Luxury Awards, reaffirming its position as one of Canada’s most distinguished hospitality destinations:
- Best Luxury Business Hotel in North America
- Best Luxury Waterfront Hotel in North America
- Best Luxury Hotel in Canada
These honours underscore the hotel’s dedication to creating experiences that inspire balance and well-being, combining thoughtful design, elevated amenities, and genuine service within one of Vancouver’s most scenic waterfront settings.
H Tasting Lounge: Innovation and Excellence in Dining Recognized Across the Americas
The hotel’s signature restaurant, H Tasting Lounge, also earned international acclaim with three prestigious awards:
Best Luxury Innovative Restaurant in North America- Best Luxury Hotel Restaurant in Canada
- Best Cocktail Menu in North and Central America
These awards celebrate H Tasting Lounge’s commitment to innovation and artistry in both its culinary and beverage programs. The restaurant continues to push boundaries through its imaginative cocktail creations, seasonal tasting menus, and immersive guest experiences that highlight craftsmanship and creativity.
"We are honoured to be recognized alongside so many inspiring leaders in global hospitality," says Sarah Woodgate, Hotel Manager at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver. "These awards are a reflection of our team's unwavering passion and dedication to excellence. From the associates who bring our brand's promise of well-being to life each day to the talented culinary and bar teams at H Tasting Lounge who continue to redefine Vancouver's dining and cocktail scene, we are incredibly proud to see both the hotel and the lounge celebrated on the world stage."