Bangkok named the most 9th luxurious destination in the world as 7% of its hotels earn a 5 star rating

New research has revealed the most luxurious destination in the world. Here we take a look at which places are considered the most luxurious holiday destinations. 
The study, conducted by the team at Slingo, looked at the number of spas, hotels with massage facilities and number of fine dining restaurants to reveal the most luxurious destinations in the world- including the locations with the most 5-star hotels. 
The top 10 destinations with the most 5 star hotels: 

Rank

Region

% of 5 star hotels 

1

Bequia

42%

2

Abu Dhabi 

22%

3

Cabo San Lucas

15%

4

Sharm El Sheikh

12%

4

Punta Cana

12%

4

Koh Samui 

12%

4

Antigua

12%

8

Montego Bay 

8%

9

Bangkok

7%

9

Saint Tropez

7%

Bequia, the second largest island in the Grenadines, tops the list of 5 star retreats with nearly half of hotels being awarded a 5-star rating. Known for its white sand beaches, Bequia is 100 miles west of Barbados and reaches high temperatures. 
Home to world-class beaches and year-round sunshine, Abu Dhabi comes in at second place, with over one-fifth (22%) of hotels receiving a 5-star rating. In third place is Cabo San Lucas, in Mexico. With 15% of all hotels in Cabo San Lucas being 5-star, it is the perfect place to relax and unwind. 
The study also looked at the destinations with the most spas. In first place is Paris Home to an unmatched offering of relaxation innovations, Paris has 87.64 spas per 10km2. From microabrasion with sapphire crystals at Dior Institut to a liquid gold organic face massage at Spa Le Bristol by La Prarie, a range of luxurious treatments can be found in Paris. 
Next on the list is Barcelona with 57.42 spas per 10km2. The city is known for its vibrant colours, fast paced lifestyle, and cultural visits, but a slow paced and relaxed day can also be spent in one of its many spa facilities. Paphos, Cyprus comes in at third place with 13.19 spas per 10km2. 
Further Insights
  • Paris is the destination with the most Michelin-starred restaurants: 45.09 per 10 km2.

  • Bali, Indonesia has the most hotels with massage facilities, with 46% of hotels offering massage services. 

  • Cabo San Lucas is the destination with the most infinity pools, with 10% of hotels having one. 

The full study can be found here and high-resolution images are available to download here
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