Deluxe Accommodation Hotel of the Year

Criteria for entry: : This category is open for upscale and luxury hotels. Nominees in this category represent the very finest facilities available in hotel accommodation. With attention to service, a range of facilities and those little extras that make the guest experience something extraordinary. Download the full judging criteria for this category here. 

Location: Statewide

JUDGING: Anonymous site inspection, Monday – Thursday.
Written submissions are not required and will not be considered during the judging process.

*ELIGIBLE FOR ENTRY INTO THE NATIONAL AWARDS FOR BEST DELUXE ACCOMMODATION AND OVERALL HOTEL OF THE YEAR – ACCOMMODATION DIVISION*

*Hotels nominating in this category will be invoiced to reimburse one night's accommodation - standard room, parking, breakfast, one drink and a room service option.*

Judges will be assessing the following points:

  • Valet parking service
  • General criteria - signage, cleanliness, décor, design, lighting, atmosphere, security and safety.
  • Reception
  • Dedicated concierge
  • Hotel facilities
  • Guest room
  • Turn down service
  • Hotel bar
  • Breakfast
  • Please note, this category is heavily weighted towards service execution and unparalleled guest experience.

Categories

Accommodation Awards

Hotels can only nominate in one accommodation specific category (e.g. Deluxe Accommodation Hotel of the Year) per venue.

Cost: $150 + Reimbursement to cover the cost of anonymous property judging.

Onsite Offering Awards

Hotels can make multiple nominations in the Onsite Offering Awards categories (e.g. Deluxe Restaurant of the Year, Hotel Bar of the Year, Hotel Club Lounge and Hotel Spa of the Year).

Cost: $150 + Reimbursement to cover the cost of anonymous property judging.