Nüwa Manila and Nüwa Spa at City of Dreams Manila achieved the Eighth and Sixth Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards in 2025. The world-renowned authority on excellence in luxury hospitality announced the much-awaited global awardees list on February 12.
These accolades account for the collective 18 FTG Star awards of City of Dreams Manila, along with its two other hotel brands – Nobu Hotel Manila and Hyatt Regency Manila — receiving Four Stars. The hotels have also maintained their respective ratings since 2018, and Nuwa Spa since 2020.
City of Dreams Manila’s awards contribute to the total of 107 stars achieved by the integrated resort’s parent company, Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited’s (Melco) portfolio of hotel, dining, and spa facilities across its integrated resort properties in Asia and Europe. Melco, which gained three new FTG Five Star awards for 2025, secures its position as the leading integrated resort in Asia, topping the competition across all of Macau.
Lawrence Ho, Chairman and CEO at Melco Resorts said: “We are excited to welcome new and returning guests at our properties in Asia and Europe in the year ahead, as we continue to and enhance our luxury hospitality and entertainment offerings across Melco’s portfolio.”
City of Dreams Manila Property President Geoff Andres also remarked: “We are deeply honored by these recognitions from the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide, marking another milestone in our journey as we celebrate our 10th year of delivering exemplary service. These awards, made possible by our hardworking and passionate team, inspire us further to set the bar high for hospitality and meaningful and sustainable luxury.”.
“Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality,” said 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.”
FTG is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises. Its annual and much anticipated list helps discerning travelers select the “world’s best experiences.” This year’s winners can be viewed on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
FTG compiles its ratings using an objective, independent and data-driven process. Incognito inspectors pose as everyday guests and stay at hotels, board cruises, receive spa services and dine at fine restaurants around the world. They test some 900 exacting standards, emphasizing exceptional service, which accounts for 70 percent of a property’s rating.
Newer standards focus on the guest experience. The remaining 30 percent comes from the quality and condition of the facilities, as inspectors are now required to reflect on whether there was great value in the experience. To learn more about how FTG compiles its Star Ratings, check the link.
