The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) recently revealed the 2024 BLLA Awards winners. Now in its 14th year, the BLLA Awards continue to honor the most daring and innovative achievements in the global boutique hospitality industry, recognizing the world’s finest hotels, visionaries and partners.

2024 award winners included:

• In the Best Boutique Hotel Under 50 Rooms category, Hotel 1928 in Waco, TX, claimed the top prize. When Chip and Joanna Gaines partnered with AJ Capital Partners to transform a historic early 20th-century Moorish Revival lodge into a boutique hotel, they meticulously preserved original details like the square rooftop penthouse, unique brickwork and intricate trim, ensuring that the hotel not only honored its past but also provided a home-like experience for future guests. The runner-up, The Culver Hotel in Culver City, CA, also received recognition for its timeless elegance and cultural significance.

• The Best Boutique Hotel Over 50 Rooms award was secured by The Ranch at Laguna Beach in Laguna Beach, CA. Kurt Bjorkman, COO of The Ranch, shared his excitement, stating, “I am beyond thrilled that The Ranch at Laguna Beach has been selected as the Best Boutique Hotel for 2024! Being recognized by BLLA and the awards committee, comprised of our peers—peers I greatly look up to—is rewarding beyond words.” The runner-up in this category, Montauk Yacht Club in Montauk, NY, was commended for its stunning coastal setting and impeccable service.

• In the highly competitive Best Boutique Hotel Design Project category, Dawn Ranch in Guerneville, CA, took the top honor. Designed by Bridgeton Studio in collaboration with Brian Smith and Whitney Clark, the project was praised for “thoughtfully integrating the resort’s rich history with contemporary design.” Atit Jariwala, founder/CEO, Bridgeton, remarked, “The design of Dawn Ranch is intentional to its location and pays homage to the many lives the resort has lived in its storied history. Thank you to BLLA for continuing to give lifestyle boutiques a platform to promote their authenticity and adventure. We are honored to have been selected as the best Boutique Hotel Design Project and inspired to continue our passion for creating meaningfully designed hospitality spaces.” The runner-up, Otis Harbor Springs in Harbor Springs, MI, impressed with its innovative design approach.

• The Best Boutique Hotel Owner award was presented to Jon Kully, founder, LEFT LANE of New York City. Kully reflected on the recognition, saying, “I am honored to receive this recognition alongside other exceptional category leaders. Together with our teams, we have the rare opportunity to impact hospitality in a meaningful way. I’m looking forward to what’s to come for our Bardo and Recess brands and am grateful to BLLA for embracing us early on in the journey.”

• In the Best Boutique Hotel General Manager category, McClinton Heil, GM at Halcyon, a hotel in Cherry Creek in Denver. was honored for his leadership. Heil expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am honored to receive this remarkable recognition on behalf of the entire team at Halcyon. I feel lucky to work in this incredible industry and lead the team at Halcyon. I am blown away by their daily commitment to creating unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences for our guests, and it is not without them that this achievement is possible.”

• The Best Boutique Hospitality Vendor award was presented to Hyperion Essentials, a company dedicated to providing sustainable hotel amenities. Hyperion Essentials was recognized for its outstanding contributions to enhancing the guest experience through innovative, eco-friendly solutions tailored specifically to the needs of boutique hotels.

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