The Chatham Bars Inn on Cape Cod received a prestigious five-star rating from Forbes this week.
A Cape Cod staple for over a century, Chatham's luxury beachfront hotel is New England's only addition to the 2023 five-star list. The publication's 65th annual list features 360 five-star hotels, 585 four-star hotels, and 433 recommended hotels worldwide.
“These are extraordinary, often iconic properties with near-perfect service and outstanding amenities,” says the Forbes guide to the five-star hotel.
"Five Stars! We are pleased to announce that Chatham Bars Inn has received the coveted five-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide, the only independent global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas,” continued Chatham Bars Inn CEO. Facebook page: "We are very proud of our team and look forward to continuing to provide exceptional service and unforgettable vacation experiences to all of our valued guests."
Thirteen other New England hotels were again given five-star status. In Boston, these are Boston Harbor Hotel, Encore Boston Harbor, Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston, and Mandarin Oriental, Boston.
Multiple five-star winners in New England include: Chatham Inn in Chatham, Wequassett Resort & Golf Club in Harwich, Wheatleigh in Lenox, The Chanler at Cliff Walk in Newport, Rhode Island, Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn, both in Westerly, Rhode Island , White. Barn Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection in Kennebunkport, Maine and Twin Farms in Barnard, Vermont.
The Spa at Encore Boston Harbor, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Mandarin Oriental and Ocean House in Westerly, Rhode Island were again awarded five stars.
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New four-star hotels in New England include the Newbury Boston in Boston, the Cliff House Maine in Cape Neddick, Maine, and the Mirbeau Inn & Spa Plymouth in Plymouth.
“This is an exceptional hotel offering a high level of service and a level of comfort to match,” says the Forbes 4-star hotel guide.
They grouped with four-star hotels The Inn in Hastings Park, InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, XV Beacon, The Newbury Boston and The Ritz-Carlton Boston, all in Boston, and the Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island, USA. Charlotte Inn on Martha's Vineyard, The Wauwinet on Nantucket, and Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection in Washington, Connecticut.
"Travel is in an exceptional position to grow further because people are prioritizing authentic and personal experiences," said Amanda Fraser, President of Forbes Travel Guide, in a statement. “The hotels, cruises, restaurants and spas on our 2023 star list show an exceptional commitment to creating unforgettable environments that promote communication, joy and a sense of home as we experience the world at home.”
The winners are determined by an independent inspection process against 900 standards based on 75% service and 25% quality of the facilities, which are complemented by an undercover inspector living in the hotel.
Last year, readers of USA Today named the Chatham Bars Inn America's Best Waterfront Hotel.
See the full list of five star hotels and other winners.
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