Wynn Resorts Earns 18 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards for 2026, Extends Industry Record
Both Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace garnered a combined total of
ย 63 stars from FTG in 2026

Wynn Resorts secured 18 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards for 2026, maintaining the longest-running Five-Star record among independent hotel companies and reinforcing its leadership in global luxury hospitality across Las Vegas, Macau and Boston.

Wynn Resorts once again received the highest ratings across its integrated resort portfolio in the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards.

The company earned 18 Five-Star awards, underscoring sustained performance across hotels, spas and fine dining venues.

According to the company, Wynn Resorts now holds the longest-running Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star record among independent hotel operators globally, reflecting two decades of consistent ratings at flagship properties.

Craig S. Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts, described the milestone as a reflection of operational precision and service consistency across the groupโ€™s portfolio.

Wynn Palace Maintains Global Leadership in Macau

In Macau, Wynn Palace retained its position for the third consecutive year as the worldโ€™s largest Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort.

Together, Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace hold the most Forbes Travel Guide stars of any resorts in Macau, with a combined 63 stars across the two properties.

Wynn Palace also continues to distinguish itself in the culinary category:

  • Four Five-Star restaurant designations
  • Most Five-Star restaurants worldwide for seven consecutive years

The awarded restaurants include:

  • Mizumi
  • Chef Tamโ€™s Seasons
  • SW Steakhouse
  • Sushi Mizumi

The recognition reinforces Macauโ€™s positioning as a global luxury hospitality hub within the Greater Bay Area.


Wynn Tower Suites Marks 20 Consecutive Five-Star Years

At Wynn Tower Suites at Wynn Las Vegas, 2026 marks the 20th consecutive year of Five-Star recognition.

This milestone represents the longest-held Five-Star hotel recognition in Las Vegas, highlighting long-term service consistency in one of the worldโ€™s most competitive luxury markets.


Encore Boston Harbor Retains Regional Distinction

Encore Boston Harbor continues to stand out as North Americaโ€™s largest regional resort destination to achieve Five-Star recognition.

The propertyโ€™s continued inclusion in the Forbes Travel Guide rankings reflects growing recognition of regional integrated resorts beyond primary gaming hubs such as Las Vegas and Macau.


Why It Matters

The 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards reinforce several broader industry trends:

  • Sustained demand for ultra-luxury hospitality experiences
  • Increasing emphasis on service consistency and operational precision
  • Competitive differentiation through fine dining excellence
  • Strong positioning of integrated resorts within global luxury travel

For Wynn Resorts, the concentration of Five-Star ratings across hotels, spas and restaurants strengthens brand equity in key gateway destinations including Las Vegas, Macau and Boston.

At a time when luxury travelers are prioritizing experiential depth and service reliability, multi-property recognition across continents signals operational resilience and brand consistency.


At a Glance

  • 18 Five-Star awards for 2026
  • Longest-running Five-Star record among independent hotel companies
  • Wynn Palace: Worldโ€™s largest Five-Star resort (3 consecutive years)
  • 63 total stars across Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace
  • Four Five-Star restaurants at Wynn Palace
  • Wynn Tower Suites: 20 consecutive Five-Star years
  • Encore Boston Harbor: Largest regional Five-Star resort in North America

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Paul Lo

Paul Lo is an independent travel journalist and editor focused on global hotel openings, airline lounges, and hospitality industry developments. Originally from Hong Kong and now based in Shanghai, he previously worked at South China Morning Post, Apple Daily, Shanghai Daily, and Global Times, covering news and developments across Asia.