A new benchmark for Caribbean luxury
In the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman once again emerged as the Caribbean’s only Triple Five-Star property, underscoring its status as one of the world’s most exceptional luxury destinations. Forbes Travel Guide awarded Five-Star ratings to the resort itself, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Grand Cayman, and Blue by Eric Ripert, achieving a coveted trifecta that only a handful of properties globally can claim.
This recognition further strengthens the resort’s reputation on Grand Cayman’s famed Seven Mile Beach, where refined elegance is paired with warm, intuitive service in a setting that feels both exclusive and effortlessly relaxed.
Triple Five-Star excellence: hotel, spa and Blue by Eric Ripert
The resort’s latest accolades highlight three distinct pillars of the guest experience:
- The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman hotel – A 369-room beachfront retreat offering expansive ocean-view accommodations, thoughtful residential-style design by Champalimaud Design, and a sophisticated yet welcoming Caribbean atmosphere.
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Grand Cayman – Newly reimagined, the spa is now among the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star spas in the Caribbean, recognised for its elevated wellness offerings and meticulously crafted guest journeys.
- Blue by Eric Ripert – The Caribbean’s only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurant, delivering masterful seafood tasting menus by Chef Eric Ripert, paired with an award-winning wine list featuring more than 700 selections.
Together, these achievements make The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman one of the most decorated luxury resorts in the world, layering Forbes Five-Star honours atop its MICHELIN Key and AAA Five Diamond distinctions.
A reimagined spa: first-to-market wellness in the Caribbean
Following a complete transformation by award-winning design firm Champalimaud Design, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Grand Cayman now offers a next-generation wellness sanctuary that completes the property’s Triple Five-Star status. The redesigned space blends serene architecture with luxurious details, featuring:
- Tranquil treatment rooms and a private couple’s suite
- Expanded hydrotherapy amenities, including cold plunge pools
- Curated wellness journeys guided by expert consultants
The spa partners with renowned luxury skincare brands 111SKIN and ESPA to deliver highly personalised, results-driven treatments. Standout experiences include the exclusive 111SKIN Exosome Regeneration Facial and immersive vibroacoustic sound therapies, introducing spa technologies and modalities not found elsewhere in the Caribbean.
Elevated experiences on Seven Mile Beach
Set along the white sands and turquoise waters of Seven Mile Beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is designed as a refined Caribbean escape where every element of the stay reflects the island’s natural beauty and culture. Guests can enjoy:
- Spacious, ocean-inspired guest rooms and suites with sweeping sea views
- An award-winning culinary program that spans casual beachfront dining to the gastronomic artistry of Blue by Eric Ripert
- Immersive on-property experiences that celebrate Caymanian heritage, local flavours and the surrounding marine environment
From sunrise over the Caribbean Sea to evening wine pairings at Blue, the resort focuses on creating moments of connection, comfort and quiet indulgence for discerning travellers and families alike.
World-class recognition for a world-class resort
For the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide accolades are both an honour and a reflection of the team’s unwavering dedication to service. The Triple Five-Star status, combined with the resort’s MICHELIN Key and AAA Five Diamond honours, positions the property at the pinnacle of global luxury hospitality.
As demand for immersive, high-touch travel continues to grow, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman stands as a beacon of sophisticated island living—where elevated design, culinary distinction and transformative wellness converge on one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated beaches.
Travellers interested in exploring the full list of 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Star Award winners, or learning more about the Star Rating process, can visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
