Anantara Earns Rare Triple Crown Recognition Across Three Global Destinations

(NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-Jun-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury hotel awards have become increasingly crowded in recent years, but few distinctions require recognition from industry experts, travel editors, and guests at the same time.

That is the premise behind the newly launched Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown Collection, a new accolade reserved for hotels that have appeared across all three of the publication’s most influential rankings: the Hot List, Gold List, and Readers’ Choice Awards. In its inaugural year, three properties from Anantara Hotels & Resorts have earned a place in the collection, highlighting the brand’s growing reputation across several of the world’s most competitive luxury travel markets.

The recognised hotels include Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, and Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara. Together, they represent three very different travel experiences, from mountain retreats and urban riverside resorts to wildlife-rich destinations near one of the world’s most famous natural landmarks.

Based on official press update shared by Minor Hotels, the recognition arrives during a significant year for Anantara, which is marking its 25th anniversary in 2026. Since launching in 2001, the brand has expanded from its Asian roots into a global portfolio spanning more than 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.

In northern Thailand, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort has established itself as one of the city’s leading luxury addresses. Positioned along the Mae Ping River, the property combines contemporary architecture with experiences linked to Chiang Mai’s artistic, culinary and cultural heritage, reflecting the growing appeal of destination-led urban resorts that connect guests more deeply with local life.

Meanwhile, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort occupies one of the Middle East’s most dramatic settings. Located approximately 2,000 metres above sea level in Oman’s Green Mountains, the resort has become known for its canyon views, wellness programmes and experiences rooted in Omani culture, helping establish the destination as a leading luxury mountain retreat in the region.

In southern Africa, Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara offers a very different experience. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River and within walking distance of Victoria Falls, the property combines classic safari-era elegance with direct access to one of the world’s most iconic natural attractions. Wildlife encounters, river experiences and visits to the falls remain central to its appeal.

The Triple Crown Collection itself draws on nearly four decades of Condé Nast Traveller rankings and editorial coverage, recognising hotels that have consistently performed across expert assessments and guest voting alike. Unlike one-off awards tied to a single year, inclusion reflects a longer-term record of recognition and guest satisfaction.

For Anantara, the inclusion of three properties underscores a strategy focused on destination-driven luxury, where the location and local experience are as important as the hotel itself. Whether overlooking mountain canyons in Oman, exploring cultural traditions in northern Thailand, or experiencing one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders, each property has built its reputation around a strong connection to place.

As travellers continue to seek more distinctive and experience-led stays, destinations that combine luxury hospitality with authentic local character remain among the strongest performers in the global travel market — a trend reflected in the hotels selected for the inaugural Triple Crown Collection.