Honouring the region’s most outstanding hoteliers shaping the future of hospitality.
For over a decade, Stelliers has been the definitive platform for recognising and celebrating excellence in the hospitality industry across Asia. More than just an awards programme, Stelliers is a movement that honours the individuals who go above and beyond to create extraordinary guest experiences, setting the standard for the future of hospitality.
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As one of the most respected and transparent award platforms in the region, Stelliers is 100% free to enter, and each hotel can nominate as many candidates as they wish. Furthermore, Stelliers facilitates a rigorous two-part judging process, led by an esteemed panel of expert judges. For Stelliers Asia 2025, the judging panel includes:
Simon Kahn, Chief Marketing Officer at Google APAC
Dr. Jennifer Cronin, Former President of Wharf Hotels
Mark De Cocinis, Former Chief Executive Officer of Boutique Group
Bernhard Bohnenberger, Co-Founder and CEO of Discover Collection
Yona He, Head of Asset Management & Owner Relations, JAPAC, at Oracle.
Open to hoteliers working in Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam, Stelliers Asia features 20 award categories covering all aspects of hotel operations:
Full List of Award Categories for Stelliers Asia 2025
Butler
Chef
Concierge Hotelier
Engineering Hotelier
Finance Hotelier
Food & Beverage Hotelier
Front Office Hotelier
General Manager
Green & CSR Hotelier
Hotel Manager / Resident Manager
Housekeeping Hotelier
Human Resources Hotelier
Hygiene & Food Safety Hotelier
Information Technology Hotelier
Marketing & Communications Hotelier
Revenue Management Hotelier
Sales Hotelier
Sommelier & Mixologist
Unsung Hero
Wellness & Spa Hotelier
Nominating a colleague, peer, or leader is more than just celebrating their achievements – it’s about inspiring the next generation of hoteliers and fostering a culture of recognition and excellence within the hospitality community. Winners and nominees of Stelliers are recognised as industry leaders, gaining not only prestige but also access to a vibrant network of top professionals across Asia.
Looking Ahead: Stelliers Asia 2025
As applications for Stelliers Asia 2025 come to a close, the next stage of Stelliers will soon begin – the rigorous judging process to determine the outstanding individuals who will be recognised among Asia’s most exceptional hoteliers. Stelliers’ distinguished panel of industry experts will carefully evaluate each nominee, selecting the finalists who have demonstrated remarkable dedication, leadership, and innovation in their respective fields.
The excitement will continue to build towards June 6, 2025, when the official Stelliers Asia 2025 Finalists will be announced during a virtual broadcast.
The journey will culminate in a spectacular awards ceremony on September 26, 2025, where the winners will be unveiled during an unforgettable evening of celebration, inspiration, and industry recognition. Set to take place at the Capella Bangkok, the event promises to be an unparalleled gathering of Asia’s top hospitality professionals, offering a night to remember for all in attendance.
This year, NORDAQ also joins Stelliers as Title Partner, reinforcing a shared commitment to excellence and innovation in hospitality. NORDAQ empowers customers to produce superior water using local potable sources anywhere in the world, eliminating the need for water transportation and single-use plastics within the hospitality industry. Learn more about NORDAQ here.
Stelliers Asia is distinct from Stelliers Greater China, which is an exclusive competition for professionals within the Greater China hospitality industry. For details on Stelliers Greater China, stay tuned for upcoming announcements.
Please visit www.stelliers.com for more information.
For images from Stelliers Asia 2024, please click here.
To view previous Stelliers Finalists and Winners, please click here.
About Stelliers
Stelliers is the leading accolade in Asia that honours the dedicated professionals of the hotel industry. The annual rendezvous is an overdue recognition bestowed upon those individuals who are the best in their field. Stelliers mission is not only to recognise the most talented hoteliers, but also to inspire the younger generations to pursue a career in hospitality.
