Fairmont Pacific Rim and Fairmont Spa Earn Coveted Five-Star Recognition in
Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Awards
Double Five-Star honor award for the fourth consecutive year
Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises, today announced its 2025 Star Awards. Fairmont Pacific Rim earned its eighth consecutive Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Recommended award alongside Fairmont Spa, marking the fourth consecutive year of dual recognition for the luxury hotel and its world-class spa, and is showcased with other honorees on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
An award-winning urban retreat, Fairmont Pacific Rim is where contemporary architecture meets sweeping mountain and harbor views. Receiving the five-star recognition for the eighth consecutive year, the hotel continues to set the standard with its exceptional standards, refined accommodations, and award-winning dining and cultural experiences.
Once again recognized alongside the hotel, Fairmont Spa at Fairmont Pacific Rim is a serene urban oasis celebrated for its luxurious treatments, world-class facilities, and highly trained therapists -offering a personalized self-care escape tailored to each guest’s lifestyle. In May 2026, the spa will unveil a refreshed experience following extensive renovations, introducing a holistic wellness retreat with on-site naturopaths, advanced technological treatments, and a state-of-the-art fitness facility.
“These enhancements reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering an elevated standard of service excellence.” said Jens Moesker, Regional Vice President, Pacific Northwest, and General Manager, Fairmont Pacific Rim. “Every upgrade – including our recent Fairmont Gold renovation – has been thoughtfully designed to refine the guest experience, providing the level of excellence, innovation, and personalization our guests expect.”
Forbes Travel Guide is the world-renowned authority on excellence in hospitality; Fairmont Pacific Rim earning its place on its illustrious annual Five-Star Rating list exemplifies the hotels commitment to innovation and service standards that continue to set the benchmark for hospitality excellence in Vancouver and beyond.
“Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality,” says Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide. “This year’s list continues to reflect the changing landscape of luxury with properties setting the standard for authentic experiences while offering unparalleled amenities, enhanced well-being and delivering unforgettable moments. We are thrilled to recognize their dedication to creating truly world-class travel options for today’s discerning guest.”
To view the new Star Award winners, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
About Fairmont Pacific Rim
Fairmont Pacific Rim – Vancouver’s definitive luxury hotel – was rated the World’s Best Business Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler readers and awarded the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Ratings. This ultramodern downtown hotel offers unobstructed mountain and harbour views, combining the best of the Pacific Rim in its architecture and décor. The hotel features three award-winning dining destinations, resort-style Forbes Five Star Willow Stream Spa, rooftop and pool sundeck, lavish guestrooms, and a variety of the city’s most luxurious suites
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About Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.