Greenville Hotels Nominated for Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards
Three Greenville hotels have been nominated for Travel + Leisure’s prestigious 2024 World’s Best Awards
Greenville, South Carolina – Three Greenville hotels were recently nominated for Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards. Hotel Hartness, Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville, and Hotel Domestique are the three exceptional hotels that made the list.
What are the Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards?
The World’s Best Awards by Travel + Leisure showcase favorite hotels, destinations, cruise lines, airlines, railway journeys, and more for consideration. The results of the awards will be published in Travel + Leisure’s August issue, presenting readers with a comprehensive guide to exceptional travel experiences.
Key Statistics About International Travel in 2023
According to Travel + Leisure, an estimated 235 million people traveled internationally in just three months of 2023 alone, marking a significant 100% increase over the same period in 2022. The Middle East experienced a 15% increase in tourism numbers compared to pre-pandemic levels, while Africa and Europe saw numbers almost on par with pre-pandemic figures.
Hotel Hartness
One standout feature of Hotel Hartness is its surprising art gallery. The hotel, established in March 2023, showcases 50 local artworks carefully selected by Art Houzze, a woman-owned curating business in Greenville. Guests can explore these unique pieces and even learn more about the art and artists through QR codes placed around the gallery. Additionally, the hotel offers 73 luxurious guestrooms and suites, a 180-acre nature preserve, and delightful food and beverage options from the Captain’s Bar and Patterson Kitchen + Bar.
Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville
Opened in March 2022, the Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville by the Kessler Collection impresses guests with its artful decor. The hotel features an array of artwork from local and international artists, creating a visually stimulating environment. With rich woods, organic stone accents, and floor-to-ceiling windows, the lodge exudes a warm and intimate atmosphere. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the Reedy River and Liberty Bridge from the hotel balcony, relax at the Poseidon Spa, dine at Between the Trees and Spirit & Bower restaurants, and explore hiking trails.
Hotel Domestique
Nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Hotel Domestique draws inspiration from former American racing cyclist George Hincapie’s active lifestyle. Hincapie, known for his role as a key domestique for cycling legends like Lance Armstrong and Alberto Contador, infuses his world travels and tastes throughout the hotel. Hotel Domestique offers a blend of modern boutique and countryside charm, inviting guests to savor award-winning cuisine at Restaurant 17, soak up the sun poolside, and explore nearby vineyards. The hotel also caters to cycling enthusiasts with specialized expertise available as part of various package offerings.
