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The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has secured four prestigious accolades at the Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026, further cementing its position as a primary benchmark for regional luxury hospitality and excellence within the kingdom.
The awards honour its striking coastal setting, world-class corporate facilities, and a visionary approach to crafting bespoke celebrations.
The iconic property triumphed as Best Beachfront Hotel in Bahrain, Best Convention Hotel in Bahrain, and Best Destination Wedding Hotel in Bahrain.
Furthermore, general manager Bernard de Villèle was crowned Best General Manager in Bahrain, acknowledging his transformative leadership over an illustrious eight-year tenure.
Mr de Villèle
Reflecting on the milestone, Mr de Villèle noted that the achievements mirror a wider organisational ethos focused on resilience, sustainable growth, and staff welfare.
Notably, the resort previously earned the Best Beach Hotel title from Haute Grandeur in 2021.
From left, Executive Chef Joergen Sodemann, Finance director Nadeem Ikram, Human Resources director Rasha Ghoul, Mr de Villèle, Operations director Ekaterina Akatcevich and Food and Beverage director Jaehak Lee
“We are deeply honoured to receive these four Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards, which are a wonderful reflection of the dedication and passion of our owners, the leadership team and our ladies and gentlemen,” said Mr de Villèle.
“Being recognised for our beachfront experience, conventions facilities and destination weddings, while also receiving recognition for leadership, is particularly meaningful.
“These awards inspire us to continue transforming challenges into opportunities, raising the bar and creating exceptional experiences for all guests and members. My principle and vision as general manager are to transform challenges into opportunities while setting new benchmarks for operational excellence, sustainability, and people-first leadership.”
Set across a secluded private island overlooking the tranquil Arabian Gulf, the resort spans an expansive footprint integrating luxury with authentic regional hospitality.
Its extensive lifestyle ecosystem features a pristine private shoreline, comprehensive recreational amenities, and a renowned culinary collection comprising 17 distinct, award-winning dining outlets.
The convention accolade underscores the property’s robust capacity for high-profile corporate functions, ranging from intimate executive meetings to large-scale international conferences, driven by adaptable function spaces and a specialist events division. Similarly, its wedding distinction highlights a versatile portfolio of picturesque outdoor beachfront backdrops, private luxury villas, and sophisticated indoor ballrooms tailored for memorable ceremonies.
The global awards platform annually evaluates top-tier hospitality contenders worldwide based on verified guest satisfaction and service distinction.
With these latest honours, the premier Bahraini resort reinforces its enduring legacy of exceptional standards.
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