Four Seasons Maintains Luxury Hospitality Dominance with 62 Forbes Five-Star Ratings

Event summary

  • Four Seasons secured 62 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star ratings across 42 hotels, 16 spas, and 4 restaurants in 2026, marking its 11th consecutive year as the leader in luxury hospitality.
  • The Pearl Spa and Wellness at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi earned its first Five-Star rating, highlighting the brand's expanding wellness offerings.
  • Blanca López Giménez, a Reservations Agent at Four Seasons Resort Mallorca, was named a finalist for Forbes Travel Guide's Employee of the Year award.
  • Four Seasons operates 135 hotels and resorts in 47 countries, with over 60 projects under development.

The big picture

Four Seasons' continued dominance in Forbes Travel Guide's Five-Star rankings underscores its strategic focus on service excellence and cultural consistency. As the luxury hospitality sector faces increasing competition, Four Seasons' ability to maintain its brand integrity while expanding globally will be critical. The company's emphasis on wellness and employee recognition further differentiates it in a market where guest experience is paramount.

What we're watching

Expansion Strategy
Whether Four Seasons can sustain its leadership position while scaling its global pipeline of 60 projects under development.
Wellness Focus
How the brand's emphasis on wellness, exemplified by The Pearl Spa, will influence future property development and guest preferences.
Employee Retention
The pace at which Four Seasons can maintain its service culture as it grows, particularly with recognition programs like Forbes Travel Guide's Employee of the Year.