The brand-new list celebrates fifty more of the world’s most exceptional hotels across six continents

Borgo Egnazia in Italy has been named No.63 in the first-ever extended 51-100 list as part of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025. The announcement was revealed today by Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World’s 50 Best Hotels, on an exciting live countdown.

The first edition of this extended list includes fifty more industry-defining hotels from across six continents worldwide. This significant expansion shines a spotlight on an even broader spectrum of outstanding properties and the passionate teams behind them.

The World’s 50 Best Hotels extended 51-100 list was curated by the 50 Best Hotels Academy – a global panel of more than 800 independent experts, each selected for their insight into the international hotel scene.

Since 2010, Borgo Egnazia has offered a unique space for mental and physical wellbeing, blending Puglian traditions with innovative experiences. Guests embark on a journey of true regeneration, connecting with nature, local culture, and customs, all year round. Personalized hospitality and immersive activities inspire new passions, creating benefits that go beyond travel pleasure. Every stay is a harmonious balance of wellness, culture, and innovation, inviting visitors to rediscover themselves while embracing the spirit of Puglia.

Emma Sleight, Head of Content for The World’s 50 Best Hotels, says: “We’re thrilled to expand our ranking to spotlight fifty more of the world’s best hotel experiences. This extended 51-100 list celebrates a wider community of outstanding properties and the dedicated teams behind them, all shaping the future of global hospitality. Each hotel on the list has earned recognition from our newly expanded Academy of travel experts, a list which we hope inspires travellers as they plan their next trip.”

‘We are truly honored to be recognized on The World’s 50 Best Hotels extended list. This acknowledgment reflects the passion of our entire team and our dedication to creating a space where guests can reconnect with themselves, with nature, and with the rich culture of Puglia. Borgo Egnazia has always been about more than luxury – it’s about wellbeing, discovery, and genuine experiences, and this recognition inspires us to continue raising the bar.”

Aldo Melpignano, Co-Owner of Borgo Egnazia and Founder of Egnazia Ospitalità Italiana

The awarded establishments will be recognised at the third edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels awards ceremony at London’s iconic Old Billingsgate on the banks of the River Thames taking place on 30 October. It’s a pivotal date in the global travel and hospitality calendar, that will inspire consumers, travellers and hoteliers around the globe.