NAIROBI, Kenya, June 15 – Hemingways Collection has secured nominations in two of the world’s most prestigious travel awards — the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards and the World Travel Awards — further cementing its position as a leading force in East African luxury hospitality.
The dual recognition highlights Kenya’s growing reputation for world-class visitor experiences, premium hospitality standards and culturally immersive tourism offerings.
Under the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards nominations, the collection’s flagship properties — Hemingways Nairobi, Hemingways Eden Residence, Hemingways Watamu, Hemingways Retreat Kigali and Hemingways Ol-Seki Mara — are among the shortlisted luxury destinations.
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are determined entirely through public voting, with travelers ranking their favorite hospitality and travel experiences worldwide.
Meanwhile, the World Travel Awards — regarded as one of the highest honors in the global tourism and hospitality industry — recognized Hemingways Nairobi and Hemingways Watamu for maintaining exceptional luxury and service standards.
Speaking following the nominations, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ross Evans said the recognition reflects both the dedication of the Hemingways team and East Africa’s rising stature in global tourism.
“This recognition is a great compliment for the entire Hemingways team, and East Africa as a whole. We are proud to be an example of the region’s growth, as we extend our warmth and showcase our culture to our guests. We will continue innovating to ensure our guests have great memories, rooted in the Kenyan spirit,” he said.
The recognition comes amid rising demand for meaningful and experience-driven travel, where guests increasingly prioritize personalized services, authentic cultural encounters and premium hospitality over traditional destination appeal alone.
Industry observers say the growing visibility of East African luxury brands through global awards platforms is helping position the region as a competitive high-end tourism destination while driving investor confidence and international interest.
The nominations are also expected to contribute to tourism growth by influencing travel decisions, increasing visitor spending, supporting job creation and strengthening East Africa’s standing in the global hospitality market.
Hemingways Collection’s continued presence in international travel awards reinforces Kenya’s enduring footprint in luxury tourism and signals greater opportunities for the region’s hospitality sector in the years ahead.
