3 Israeli hotels win prestigious awards at the 'Oscars of tourism'

Three Israeli hotels have won prestigious titles at the 2026 World Travel Awards, considered the Oscars of the tourism industry. The Carlton Tel Aviv won the title of Leading Hotel in Israel, the American Colony Hotel Jerusalem was chosen for the tenth time as the Leading Boutique Hotel, and the David InterContinental Tel Aviv won the title of Leading Conference Hotel.

Three Israeli hotels have won prestigious titles at the 2026 World Travel Awards, considered one of the main award bodies in the global tourism and hospitality industry and often called "the Oscars of the tourism industry." The ceremony was held on September 13 in Dubai. The Carlton Tel Aviv won the title of "Leading Hotel in Israel for 2026," a major category in the competition. For the hotel, this is a significant achievement after winning the title of Leading Business Hotel in Israel for the ninth time in 2025. The American Colony Hotel Jerusalem was chosen for the tenth time as the "Leading Boutique Hotel in Israel," an achievement that makes it one of the most prominent and consistent names in the competition over the years. The hotel is associated with the history and unique character of Jerusalem and hosts tourists, businesspeople, diplomats, and cultural figures from around the world. The David InterContinental Tel Aviv was chosen as the "Leading Conference Hotel in Israel" for 2026, its fifth win in this category. The hotel operates a conference and exhibition center spanning over 3,400 square meters, along with 12 meeting rooms and a ballroom. In the past year, the hotel underwent an upgrade with an investment of about 40 million shekels, which included the renovation of about 105 rooms and the launch of the Premium Terrace category. The World Travel Awards competition was founded in 1993 and annually awards prizes to hotels, airlines, destinations, and organizations, based on votes from industry professionals and the public.