Galaxy Macau once again sets the benchmark for luxury hospitality, earning an unprecedented 12 Five‑Star distinctions in the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide, its fourth consecutive year of redefining consistency at the highest level.
This achievement reaffirms its position as a global leader and marks the fourth consecutive year it has broken its own record for the most Five‑Star hotels under a single roof, underscoring a steadfast dedication to quality and service while further elevating Macau’s status as a World Centre for Tourism and Leisure.
This year’s distinction is bolstered by the inclusion of three notable new additions to its decorated roster: Capella at Galaxy Macau, the newly-opened, penthouse-leaning all-suite hotel offering a new tier of cloistered luxury; Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa, the first international outpost for the celebrated Master Chef Masaaki Miyakawa, located at Raffles at Galaxy Macau; and Lai Heen, the renowned Cantonese fine-dining destination on the 51st floor of The Ritz Carlton, Macau.
The Galaxy Macau 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards Roll:
Hotels
- Capella at Galaxy Macau (Five-Star Award winner on official opening)
- Raffles at Galaxy Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the second consecutive year)
- Galaxy Hotel (Five-Star Award winner for the fourth consecutive year)
- Banyan Tree Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the 13th consecutive year)
- The Ritz-Carlton Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the 10th consecutive year)
- Hotel Okura Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the fifth consecutive year)
Spas
- Banyan Tree Spa Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the 13th consecutive year)
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa Macau (Five-Star Award winner for the 10th consecutive year)
Restaurants
- Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa (Inaugural Five-Star Award winner)
- Lai Heen (Five-Star Award winner for six years)
- Yamazato (Five-Star Award winner for the second consecutive year)
- 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA (Five-Star Award winner for the fourth year in a row)
“For our discerning guests, the experience is paramount,” remarked Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau at Galaxy Entertainment Group. “These new accolades are a reflection of our team’s commitment to our ‘World-Class Asian Heart’ service philosophy. It’s about delivering sincere, detailed service that defines a new standard for luxury, not just in Macau but globally.”
The independent global authority on luxury, Forbes Travel Guide evaluates and rates top-tier hotels, restaurants, and spas around the world, employing a professional review team that assesses properties across hundreds of exacting criteria and stringent standards, making Galaxy Macau’s record-breaking 12 Five-Star Awards all the more impressive.
Forbes Travel Guide noted Galaxy Macau’s singular commitment. “The team at Galaxy Macau has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to elevating the guest experience,” noted Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings at Forbes Travel Guide. “Their staff are as passionate as they are exacting, a quality that distinguishes them, year after year.”
Galaxy Macau continues its constant evolution to expand its visionary footprint, offering a plethora of service touchpoints throughout the luxury district, driven by a vision to create a world-class resort experience catering to today’s global guests in their pursuit of quality, variety and personalised service. Galaxy Macau’s standout recognition by Forbes Travel Guide is testament to this visionary achievement.
