New York - Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, the premier manager for ultra-luxury properties, announces over two-thirds of their properties rank in Departures’ first-ever readers’ favorites hotel survey, with three Rosewood properties ranking number one in their category. The survey is published in the current May/June issue of Departures.

Published by American Express for Platinum Card and Centurion members, American Express’ most prestigious customers, Departures caters to a sophisticated and well-traveled audience reaching over 650,000 readers. Compiled from over 50,000 reviews, the survey categorizes each property according to the size or location of the hotel and ranks them according to readers’ preferences.

“We are extremely proud that Rosewood fared so well with Departures’ readers,” said John Scott, Rosewood’s newly appointed President and CEO. “To be number one in three categories is especially rewarding as it proves to us that our attention to detail and dedication to service is resonating with our guests.”

Among the ranked hotels were the following:

THE MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK: Dallas, Texas
#1, US & Canada Big-City Hotels -
Noted particularly for an unparalleled level of service and the ability to compete with hotels in larger markets such as New York, The Mansion on Turtle Creek was also commended for Chef Dean Fearing’s pioneering Southwestern cuisine.

BADRUTT’S PALACE: St. Moritz, Switzerland -
#1, European Ski Lodges
A glamorous and internationally renowned town set in the picturesque Swiss Alps, Badrutt’s Palace was recognized for it’s ability to capture the overall essence of the Alps and for the spectacular renovation, which was recently completed.

LAS VENTANAS AL PARAISO: Los Cabos, Mexico -
#1, Mexico, Central America & South America
Set on the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, Las Ventanas al Paraiso was particularly noted for it’s stunning location, celebrity following and beautifully appointed rooms.

CANEEL BAY: St. John, U.S Virgin Islands
#5, Atlantic and Caribbean -
A perennial favorite for over 40 years, Caneel Bay is and ideal destination for honeymooners boasting seven private, pristine beaches.

LITTLE DIX BAY: Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
#6, Atlantic and Caribbean -
Boasting a new spa and crystal blue waters, Little Dix Bay is a favorite among families who return year after year and generation to generation.

JUMBY BAY: Antigua, West Indies
#16, Atlantic and Caribbean - 
A private island and lover’s paradise, Jumby Bay recently completed a $6 million dollar renovation complete with outdoor bathing gardens and beautiful safari-inspired breezy rooms.

KING PACIFIC LODGE, Princess Royal Island, British Columbia
#10, Beach Hotels US & Canada -
An intimate lodge of only 18 rooms in a pristine and tranquil setting in which views abound, King Pacific Lodge accommodates adventurous guests as well as those looking for extreme relaxation.

Unlike many of their competitors, Rosewood is an unconventional brand in the world of luxury hotels. None of the properties in the collection incorporate Rosewood into its name, nor does any property fly a Rosewood corporate flag. Additionally, no two properties in the collection are alike. However, the differences are not just aesthetic. Each Rosewood Hotel and Resort incorporates the local culture, history and soul of its environment creating A Sense of Place® within each property.
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