The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026 | Condé Nast Traveler

"Located away from Dubai’s main traveler trail, the Bvlgari Resort Dubai feels like a secret refuge. The line-up of supercars on the driveway may hint at a clientele of crypto bros and reality TV influencers, but inside there’s a grown-up, understated crowd. There’s nothing showy about the building, but everything looks and feels expensive, from the gleaming Mongolian black granite in the lobby to the green-and-gold mosaic tiles in the spa and the cashmere blankets in the bedrooms. Gardens are filled with shade-giving palms and fragrant frangipani, the beach is soft and powdery, and the poolside cabanas are perfect for mindless lounging. There’s a cluster of Michelin stars at the Italian and Japanese restaurants—the latter a 17-seat counter that feels straight out of Ginza—and the 20 resort villas are among the best in the city, perfectly private residences for those who don’t want to be seen. From $568. —Nicola Chilton" - CNT Editors