Paradise City, a complex resort in Incheon, has been recognized for its exceptional hospitality by the global hotel and dining guide, La Liste.
On July 8, La Liste announced that Paradise City and its Art Paradiso hotel received three awards at the 'La Liste Hotels 2026' ceremony held at the Le Meurice hotel in Paris. Choi Jong-hwan, CEO of Paradise, attended the event.
Both hotels made it onto the 'La Liste World's 1,000 Best Hotels 2026,' which selects the top hotels worldwide. Notably, the adult-only luxury boutique hotel Art Paradiso entered the list for the first time this year, achieving a score of 93.5, tying for sixth place with Paradise City Hotel.
This year, the number of South Korean hotels listed in La Liste dropped significantly from 21 to 16. However, Paradise City demonstrated its unique position by having two facilities recognized within a single resort. La Liste evaluates over 7,300 luxury hotels across more than 200 countries and regions, using expert assessments and international indicators to compile its rankings.
In the 'Style & Design Hotel Awards 2026,' Art Paradiso was the only hotel in South Korea to receive an award. This year, only six hotels worldwide were selected for this honor, placing Art Paradiso alongside renowned establishments like The Emory in the UK and Capella Kyoto in Japan.
La Liste praised Art Paradiso for elevating contemporary art beyond mere decor, making it integral to the hotel's identity. The hotel is described as a unique boutique hotel in Korea, offering a cohesive artistic experience through its dramatic lighting, spatial volume, and high-quality art collection.
In addition to these awards, Paradise City has consistently received top ratings in the global hospitality industry, including a four-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for six consecutive years and a Michelin one-star designation.
A representative from Paradise City stated, 'Achieving these three awards demonstrates that our consistently pursued art-centered hospitality strategy has resonated on the global stage. We will continue to lead the enhancement of South Korea's tourism industry through differentiated services that integrate culture, art, and entertainment.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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