An esteemed honour reflecting Minor Hotels’ commitment to service excellence
Minor Hotels proudly reaffirms its dedication to world‑class service as 11 of its properties across seven countries—under three brands: Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts and Avani Hotels & Resorts—collectively earned a total of 13 MICHELIN Key awards in the 2025 global announcement on 8 October. Among them, six properties received their first‑time awards this year, five of which are located in newly included countries; in Thailand, Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas is one of eight hotels to receive the award for the first time.
The MICHELIN Key is one of the hospitality industry’s most prestigious distinctions, granted to hotels and resorts that excel in architecture and interior design, service quality, distinct identity, value for money and meaningful involvement in the local community. This year, two of Minor Hotels’ properties — Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort and Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam Hotel — received two MICHELIN Keys each, recognising exceptional properties that stand out in every aspect, including striking design or architecture and a lodging experience that is truly memorable. The other nine properties earned one MICHELIN Key each, signifying an authentically special stay, as judged by MICHELIN inspectors.
New‑Awarded Minor Hotels Properties in 2025
Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam Hotel (Netherlands) – 2 MICHELIN Keys
This historic Amsterdam hotel, housed in a more than 300‑year‑old building in the city centre, charms with its traditional character and picturesque canal views, offering a perfect synthesis of heritage and luxury in one of Europe’s great cities.
Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas (Thailand) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Positioned on the serene white‑sand beach of Thong Nai Pan Noi, one of Thailand’s most beautiful beaches, this resort offers private‑villa luxury and tranquility away from the island’s famed full‑moon parties, delivering elevated experiences and a peaceful, exclusive holiday.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara (UAE) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Nestled in the Liwa Desert, part of the Empty Quarter, approximately an hour‑and‑a‑half from Abu Dhabi, this luxurious resort impresses with its sweeping sand‑dune landscape and tranquil ambience, delivering a premium desert escape.
Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel (Hungary) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Occupying a majestic palace near the Grand Boulevard in central Budapest, and home to the famous New York Café, this hotel features suites adorned with silk drapery, Murano glass chandeliers and marble bathrooms with teak finishes—beautifully evoking the timeless elegance of Budapest.
Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas (Tunisia) – 1 MICHELIN Key
The only awarded hotel in Tunisia, this resort embodies local heritage through its Moorish and Berber‑inspired architecture and decor, merged seamlessly with the striking desert scenery and high‑end amenities typical of an exclusive Tunisian retreat.
FCC Angkor by Avani (Cambodia) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Situated behind a historic Indochine‑Art Déco villa, FCC Angkor is a boutique design hotel that fuses modern minimalism with fine Eastern detail, blending cultural heritage and contemporary comfort in the heart of Siem Reap.
Five Minor Hotels Properties Continuing Their MICHELIN Key Streak
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort (Thailand) – 2 MICHELIN Keys
Perched on a hillside overlooking the Mekong River, this legendary resort exemplifies luxury that merges seamlessly with nature.
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel (Thailand) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Located in the heart of Bangkok, this elegant hotel embodies Thai refinement with sophisticated design and a premium guest experience beloved by discerning travelers from around the world.
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort (Thailand) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Offering genuine privacy and serenity, this resort on Koh Samui delivers full‑service comfort and island vibrance in one flawless stay.
Anantara Hua Hin Resort (Thailand) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Set on Thailand’s Gulf coast in the famous resort town of Hua Hin, this resort combines classic charm with scenic beachfront views and warm Thai hospitality.
Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort (Spain) – 1 MICHELIN Key
Standing out for its architecture which blends Tuscan‑style villas and English country‑house charm, this resort offers luxurious accommodation and first‑class service while maintaining its hallmark excellence.
In its second year of such recognition, the MICHELIN Guide has awarded over 2,400 hotels worldwide with MICHELIN Keys—including 143 hotels awarded three keys, 572 awarded two keys and 1,742 awarded one key—spanning nearly 100 new countries and updated selections in existing markets like Spain and Thailand.
