#USA #Atlanta #Forbes Travel Guide #Hotel Star Bars #Luxury Bars

Forbes Travel Guide Unveils the 2025 Hotel Star Bars

On June 9, 2025, Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), recognized globally as the authority in luxury dining, announced the much-anticipated list of the 2025 Hotel Star Bars. The list highlights 58 exceptional hotel bars from around the world recognized for their outstanding contributions to the hospitality and beverage industry. Each bar on the list underwent rigorous personal inspections, emphasizing exemplary cocktail artistry, elevated service, and memorable guest experiences.

This year’s list spans 19 countries, showcasing FTG's longstanding tradition of reliable, anonymous evaluations. The selected bars were judged based on FTG’s star ratings from 2024 and 2025, during which inspectors assessed the quality of service, ambiance, and drinks in over 1,500 hotels worldwide. The recognition of these prestigious hotel bars pays homage to FTG's roots as the Mobil Travel Guide established in 1958.

"This list represents the pinnacle of hotel bar excellence," stated Hermann Elger, CEO of FTG. "Our personal inspections provide unparalleled insights, and the 2025 Star Bars are shining examples of luxury, creativity, and impeccable hospitality."

Among the 58 honored establishments, prominent icons and rising stars sit side-by-side. London leads with seven award-winning bars, followed closely by Paris with five and Dubai with four. Notably, independent hotels garnered the most honors with nine accolades, while Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts followed with eight. Other esteemed hotel brands like The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, and Rosewood Hotels and Resorts each collected five awards, showcasing the competitive nature of luxury hospitality.

Featured Award-Winning Bars

Some of the standout winners include:

• - Le Bar Américain at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, a beloved jazz haunt from the 1930s frequented by legends like Josephine Baker and Lady Gaga.
• - BKK Social Club in the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, famed for its Buenos Aires-inspired ambiance and agave-focused cocktails.
• - Scarfes Bar at the Rosewood London, where cocktails are inspired by the art of British caricaturist Gerald Scarfe.
• - Library by the Sea at Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa in Grand Cayman, which reinterprets classic literature through innovative mixology.

Bastien Gardrat, Forbes Travel Guide's Global Spirits Ambassador, noted, “These awards highlight the sophisticated environments, superior service standards, and artfully curated wine lists and cocktails that are skillfully crafted and creatively presented.” These elements come together to create an unforgettable hotel bar experience.

The winning cocktail and spirits selections from the 2025 Hotel Star Bars will be showcased at the Spirits Lab in Le Logis, Forbes Travel Guide's Center for Excellence located in Cognac, France, where visitors can appreciate and enjoy these fine creations.

For those interested, the complete list of the 2025 Star Bars can be accessed at ForbesTravelGuide.com. Stay connected with Forbes Travel Guide on Instagram @ForbesTravelGuide, X @ForbesInspector, and Facebook @ForbesTravelGuide for exciting updates and insights.

With its commitment to elevating the world of luxury travel, Forbes Travel Guide continues to pave the way for discerning travelers looking for exceptional experiences around the globe. Discover more about FTG, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and cruise ships, at their official website.