ME By Meliá Dubai Recognised For Excellence Across Hospitality, Design And Sustainability As Global Accolades Continue To Mount
ME Dubai by Meliá has secured its place among the Middle East’s leading hotels, earning a coveted spot in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards alongside a series of prestigious international and regional recognitions. The latest accolades celebrate ME Dubai by Meliá for its distinctive approach to hospitality, where art, architecture, gastronomy, and guest experiences come together.
In the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, ME Dubai ranked #10 amongst the best hotels in the Middle East, achieving an impressive guest satisfaction score of 94%. Voted for by readers of the internationally recognised travel publication, the ranking places ME Dubai among some of the region’s most celebrated destinations and reflects its growing appeal to discerning travellers.
Adding to this achievement, ME Dubai was named Dubai’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel at the World Travel Awards 2026, recognising its position within the city’s competitive lifestyle hospitality scene. The award acknowledges ME Dubai’s vision of going beyond traditional hospitality, bringing together bold interiors, creative expression, dining and personalised service to deliver an experience that reflects Dubai’s cosmopolitan character.
The hotel has also retained One MICHELIN Key in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 hotel selection, joining an exclusive collection of properties recognised for outstanding hospitality experiences. Awarded following evaluations by MICHELIN Guide inspectors, the distinction highlights hotels that demonstrate exceptional character, quality, service and a strong sense of place.
Beyond its hospitality achievements, ME Dubai has received the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp, Silver Tier, awarded by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The recognition reflects the hotel’s commitment to responsible hospitality and its contribution to Dubai’s wider ambitions for a more sustainable tourism sector.
With its fluid forms, sculptural interiors and design-led identity, ME Dubai has established itself as a distinctive presence in Dubai’s hospitality landscape, attracting travellers with an appreciation for art, culture and unparalleled hospitality experiences.
“To be recognised by Condé Nast Traveller readers, the MICHELIN Guide and the World Travel Awards is an incredible honour for our entire team. Each recognition speaks to a different part of what makes ME Dubai special, from our architecture and lifestyle experiences to the personal service at the heart of every stay. Equally important is our commitment to responsible hospitality, and we are proud to see that acknowledged through the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp. These achievements inspire us to keep evolving and creating experiences that leave a lasting impression.” says Arlette Richter-Picardo, General Manager of ME Dubai by Meliá.
Together, the accolades highlight ME Dubai’s ability to stand out in one of the world’s most dynamic hotel markets. As Dubai continues to attract international visitors seeking distinctive places to stay, the hotel’s latest achievements reinforce its position as a destination where design, hospitality and contemporary culture meet.
