Resplendent Ceylon has once again been recognised at the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, marking the fifth consecutive year of international acclaim for the luxury hospitality brand.

At the 2025 awards, Kayaam House was ranked 3rd in the Best Hotels in the Rest of Asia category, while Ahu Bay secured 3rd place in the Best Resorts in the Rest of Asia category. In addition, Ceylon Tea Trails was awarded 9th place among the Best Resorts in the Rest of Asia, reaffirming its enduring appeal as Sri Lanka’s iconic tea country escape.

“These awards are especially meaningful to us because they reflect the voices of discerning travellers from around the world,” said Malik J. Fernando, Chairman of Resplendent Ceylon. “We are constantly evolving to elevate Sri Lanka’s luxury hospitality offering and are immensely proud of the international recognition this brings to Sri Lanka. It is particularly gratifying that two of our newer properties, Kayaam House and Ahu Bay have been recognised on this global stage, whilst Ceylon Tea Trails is celebrating its 20th anniversary and still setting the benchmark.

The Readers’ Choice Awards, now in their 37th year, are among the most respected in the travel industry. Each year, hundreds of thousands of Condé Nast Traveller readers worldwide vote on their favourite destinations, hotels, resorts, and experiences. Being included in these rankings is a mark of both exceptional quality and consistent guest satisfaction, underscoring Resplendent Ceylon’s role as a pioneer of luxury travel in Sri Lanka.

Resplendent Ceylon is also part of the Dilmah Tea family, Sri Lanka’s iconic, family-owned tea company founded on principles of taste, tradition, and sustainability. This connection brings an authentic tea heritage to the guest experience while reinforcing the brand’s values of ethical luxury and environmental responsibility.