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The most coveted title in the industry’s most prestigious award competition.
14 November, 2023 (Niseko) – SC Global’s inaugural hotel Setsu Niseko is the proud winner of the title ‘World’s Best New Ski Hotel’ one of the most coveted categories in the prestigious World Ski Awards competition. An exquisite haven nestled in the heart of Japan’s skiing paradise; Setsu Niseko fought stiff competition from top luxury ski resort properties across the globe to win the top spot for this celebrated accolade.
The results announced by the World Ski Awards on 13th November 2023 recognises excellence in ski tourism. Endorsed globally by the ski industry and international media, World Ski Awards now in its 11th year, has become the most prestigious annual honours programme in the field of ski tourism. Each year, hundreds of thousands of ski industry professionals, tourists, and skiers from around the world participate by voting for their favourite venues and brands. Other nominees in this year’s ‘World’s Best New Ski Hotel’ category included Six Senses Crans Montana, The Comodo (Austria) and Badia Hill (Italy).
Expressing his delight over the award, Simon Cheong, Founder and Chairman of SC Global Developments, the visionary behind the development of the property, remarked, “This tremendous achievement fills us with immense pride and was only made possible by the dedication of the SC Global family. A passion for excellence is ingrained in our DNA and to receive this global recognition is a testament to the hard work of the team. This award is wonderful news not just for the hotel, but for Niseko tourism at large, shining a spotlight on one of the finest ski destinations in the world.”
Hotel Manager Michiko Tamoto added “We are all incredibly honoured to receive this prestigious award and we would like to thank the industry, our guests, and the local community for their recognition and support. Your vote is a fitting tribute to the team’s dedication to providing an outstanding experience for our guests and we are looking forward to welcoming them back to Setsu Niseko this winter season.”
This isn’t the first time Setsu Niseko has garnered attention in the awards circuit. In June this year, the hotel claimed the impressive position of top three finalist in the acclaimed ‘Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023’, solidifying its stature as a premier destination in Japan’s Beach and Upcountry Hotel category. More recently Setsu Niseko was conferred the IALD Award of Merit at the 40th IALD International Lighting Design Awards. In Japan, the development has been recognised with multiple design awards including Kukan Design Award 2023, Japan Interior Design (JID) Award 2023, and JIPA’s Interior Planning Award 2023.
With its commitment to elevating the guest experience and ongoing quest for excellence, Setsu Niseko is set to leave an indelible mark on the world of luxury ski hotels. A full list of winners of the World Ski Awards is available at worldskiawards.com/winners/2023.
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