BA - The Club - The Readers’ Awards 2016: meet the winners

Hotel with the greatest wow factor

The winner: Shangri-La, The Shard, London
You said: “Fabulous service and one of the best views of the world’s greatest city.”
The Club says: “A wonderful place to stay and wake up, with a view that never disappoints.”
Runner up: Grace Santorini, Greece

Hidden gem hotel

Winner: The Library Hotel, New York
You said: “You’ll feel like you’re in on a great New York secret.”
Runner up: Capri Palace Hotel and Spa, Capri

Outstanding design hotel

Winner: Hotel Arts Barcelona
You said: “An iconic hotel with impeccable design.”
The Club says: “A hotel that perfectly blends city, beach and art.”
Runner up: M by Montcalm, London

Friendliest family hotel

Winner: Four Seasons Walt Disney World, Florida
You said: “Really friendly, warm staff, plus superb accommodation.”
The Club says: “As part of the complimentary ‘Kids For All Seasons’ programme, children can enjoy a couple of hours of fun in the kids’ club, or there is easily enough to keep them entertained all day.”
Runner up: Calcot Manor, Cotswolds, UK

Paradise-on-earth resort

Winner: Per Aquum Huvafen Fushi, the Maldives
You said: “An island paradise”, “the last word in barefoot luxury”, and “a truly unforgettable experience.”
The Club says: “A pure, away-from-it-all, luxury island paradise with an amazing underwater spa.”
Runner up: Hanging Gardens of Bali, Indonesia

Most in-the-know concierge

Winner: Harry Deasy and Andrew Davies (pictured right) and their team at The Dorchester, London
You said: “Who knows more?” The staff are “extremely knowledgeable” and “unbelievably helpful.”
The Club says: “Luxurious and elegant, you’ll be greeted by doormen in top hats and tails at this iconic London hotel.”
Runner up: Indira Pun and her team, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

Swoon-worthiest swimming pool

Winner: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
You said: “Amazing views of the city from the pool, especially lovely at dusk as the night sky changes colour.”
The Club says: “A pool that will certainly make you drool (in the best possible way, of course).”
Runner up: One & Only Reethi Rah, the Maldives

Ultimate mind-blowing spa

Winner: Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, the Maldives
You said: “The tranquil and tropical surroundings are a heavenly setting for a massage.”
Runner up: Lime Wood, Lyndhurst, UK

Bar to be spotted in

Winner: 1-Altitude, Singapore
You said: “Good vibes, brilliant cocktails and truly mesmerising views.”
Runner up: Chiltern Firehouse, London

Restaurant worth the hype

Winner: Roux at The Landau, London
You said: “Attentive service”, “fabulous food” and a “surprisingly relaxed atmosphere.”
The Club says: “Top notch service, unforgettable food and charming surroundings.”
Runner up: The Three Chimneys, Isle of Skye

Destination with the most epic driving

Winner: The Amalfi Coast, Italy
You said: “Not for the faint hearted” but “negotiating the hairpin bends is worth it for the stunning scenery.”
The Club says: “A trip that has to be made at least once in your life.”
Runner up: Pacific Coast Highway (California State Route 1), USA

Best British Airways Lounge

Winner: Galleries Lounge, Heathrow T5
You said: “A chic oasis of luxury… you forget that you are in one of the busiest airports in the world.”
Runner up: Singapore

Most surprising city escape

Winner: Cape Town, South Africa
You said: “Food, wine, views, paradise.”
Runner up: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Destination with the greatest countryside

Winner: Scottish Highlands, Scotland
You said: “There’s no competition here. The mountains, lochs and glens are to die for.”
Runner up: Piemonte, Italy

The Readers’ Awards 2016: meet the winners

Hotel with the greatest wow factor

Hidden gem hotel

Outstanding design hotel

Friendliest family hotel

Paradise-on-earth resort

Most in-the-know concierge

Swoon-worthiest swimming pool

Ultimate mind-blowing spa

Bar to be spotted in

Restaurant worth the hype

Destination with the most epic driving

Best British Airways Lounge

Most surprising city escape

Destination with the greatest countryside

Hotel with the greatest wow factor

Hidden gem hotel

Outstanding design hotel

Friendliest family hotel

Paradise-on-earth resort

Most in-the-know concierge

Swoon-worthiest swimming pool

Ultimate mind-blowing spa

Bar to be spotted in

Restaurant worth the hype

Destination with the most epic driving

Best British Airways Lounge

Most surprising city escape

Destination with the greatest countryside

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