We understand that no one aims to come in second place; there is no recognition for mediocrity. We at Five Star Alliance understand better than anyone the importance of offering the most luxurious resorts in the world, so we notice what’s going on in the industry, and it matters to us, because it matters to you. We work hard to offer you the best in the industry, and we’d like to welcome you to our second blog series where we feature the best and most luxurious resorts in the world. But don’t take our word for it. These resorts have been recognized as the best in the business and have made the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2012.

The Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2012 is the eighth of their annual lists, and the hotels chosen by their team of editors and experts are the best for service, food, location, rooms, leisure facilities, ambiance and design.

The Opposite House in Beijing, China is featured on the Gold List 2012: Best for food. This urban hotel is designed by Kengo Kuma, a renowned Japanese architect. The hotel name stems from a translation of a Chinese word, and it represents the lively city of diversity and opposites – east and west, bohemian and chic, old and new. The hotel’s 3 restaurants and its chic late night bar use the highest quality ingredients to bring guests the best Mediterranean flavors and the best food options in China.