Monday, January 27, 2025 Booking.com, a global leader in travel experiences, has revealed the winners of its 13th annual Traveller Review Awards, recognizing the dedication of its partners to delivering exceptional service and memorable stays. Based on an astounding 360 million verified customer reviews, the 2025 awards honor a record-breaking 1.
71 million partners—marking a 16% growth compared to the previous year. This year’s recognition spans 1,711,539 accommodations, 1,329 car rental providers, and 124 taxi services worldwide, showcasing Booking.com’s extensive network of travel solutions.
Italy has once again taken the crown as the country with the most award-winning properties, securing 207,652 accolades for the eighth consecutive year. France (155,141) and Spain (147,603) followed closely, highlighting Europe’s dominance in hospitality excellence. Other countries in the top ten include Germany (101,951), the United Kingdom (88,114), the United States (70,133), Poland (69,693), Brazil (67,857), Greece (66,942), and Croatia (56,630).
For the eighth year running, apartments have dominated as the most-recognized accommodation type, with 847,627 awards. Holiday homes (259,105) claimed second place, continuing to outperform hotels (190,670) for the third straight year. Capsule hotels led the way in growth, boasting a 35% increase in awards, followed by villas (25%) and cabins (21%).
With an overall 17% increase in recognition for vacation rentals and unique stays, it.