Thanks to reviews written by guests who have actually stayed in the properties, Hotels.com® has introduced a new program to recognize hotels that have achieved excellent to outstanding guest review ratings from customers around the world.

To receive an award, properties must have received an average customer review score of 4.5 or higher, based on a minimum of 50 reviews as of January 31, 2015.

Among APAC countries, Thailand garnered the most awards with 146 properties being recognized. In Korea, 24 hotels received a certificate of excellence, including Oakwood Premier Coex Center, JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul, and The Shilla Seoul.