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    World Spa Awards: Winners & Voting

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    Overview

    World Spa Awards recognizes spas and wellness retreats through public and verified industry voting. Awards are separated by geography and facility category, not combined into one worldwide numerical ranking.

    The 12th annual program announced its 2026 winners on September 22. Day spas, hotel spas, resort spas and wellness retreats have different categories. Recognition attaches to the named recipient and category, not automatically to every property in its brand. World Spa Awards uses registered public voting and verified industry voting, with each industry vote carrying twice the weight of a public vote. The highest valid weighted vote total determines the winner, subject to the organizer's rules. This is not an anonymous inspection program, a clinical accreditation or a published score for treatment outcomes.

    Reviewed October 10, 2026 against publisher announcements and methodology. Each list retains its edition and category; historical recognition does not guarantee current operations.

    World Spa Awards recognizes spas and wellness retreats through public and verified industry voting. Awards are separated by geography and facility category, not combined into one worldwide numerical ranking.

    Quick Facts

    Recognition
    Edition-specific selections and awards
    Reviewed
    October 10, 2026

    About

    The 12th annual program announced its 2026 winners on September 22. Day spas, hotel spas, resort spas and wellness retreats have different categories. Recognition attaches to the named recipient and category, not automatically to every property in its brand.

    Selection Process

    World Spa Awards uses registered public voting and verified industry voting, with each industry vote carrying twice the weight of a public vote. The highest valid weighted vote total determines the winner, subject to the organizer's rules. This is not an anonymous inspection program, a clinical accreditation or a published score for treatment outcomes.

    Significance

    The awards indicate voting-based recognition within spa hospitality. They should not be represented as evidence of clinical effectiveness, a medical qualification or an inspection-based quality certificate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does an industry vote count?
    Twice as much as a public vote, subject to industry verification.
    Are winners selected by anonymous inspectors?
    No. The program uses voting.
    Does a national winner also hold the world title?
    Not automatically. Geographic categories have separate winners.

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