Centara Hotels & Resorts reports that 2024 proved an exceptional year for the Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, its debut property in Japan.
The hotel attained global recognition thanks to a number of awards won throughout the year, including the Sky Design Award that recognised the innovative design of the 33-storey edifice in the city’s Namba district.
The property’s first design accolade celebrates its breathtaking aesthetics and originality, with judges also recognising the hotel’s ability to enhance the community, underscoring its transformative approach to modern hospitality.
Centara Hotels & Resorts chief operating officer Michael Henssler said of the Osaka property’s accolades: “We are incredibly proud of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka’s achievements in its first full year of operation. These accolades are a testament to the creativity and dedication of our team, as well as our commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality and design that inspire both our guests and the communities we serve.”
Living the art of contemporary luxury
Further adding to its achievements, the hotel received seven wins across the Hotel, Spa, and Restaurant categories at the World Luxury Hotel Awards, including Luxury New Hotel-Continent Winner: Asia, Luxury Traditional Thai Spa-Global Winner for SPA Cenvaree, and Innovative Cuisine- Continent Winner: Asia for Innovative French KUNSEI.
These prestigious awards, based on votes from over 300,000 industry professionals and guests, acknowledged the property’s seamless fusion of Thai and Japanese cultural elements, impeccable service, and commitment to excellence.
The hotel’s innovative steakhouse, Steakhouse WhiskeyNova, also earned a spot on the shortlist for the AHEAD Asia 2024 Awards in the Bar, Club or Lounge category.
Renowned for celebrating excellence in hospitality design, AHEAD highlighted Steakhouse WhiskeyNova’s captivating interiors, panoramic city views, and unique guest experience.
Definitely the place to be
Since it opened in July 2023, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka has redefined urban hospitality in Japan, blending world-class design with authentic cultural experiences.
As the year comes to a close, these recognitions further reinforce its position as The Place to Be in the region.
Centrally located in Osaka’s lively Namba district, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka is a contemporary architectural marvel featuring 515 elegantly designed rooms, diverse dining experiences, award-winning wellness facilities, and state-of-the-art event spaces.
The property blends Thai warmth with Japanese precision to offer a truly unforgettable stay.
