Shortlists revealed for AA Hospitality Awards 2025

The AA has unveiled shortlists for eight major categories at its annual hospitality awards, set to take place on September 22 at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London.

This year features a new AA Rising Star Award, designed to recognise individuals in hospitality who demonstrate exceptional promise and potential in their field.

“We’re thrilled to announce the shortlists for this year’s award categories, featuring truly exceptional finalists who embody excellence and the true spirit of hospitality,” said Simon Numphud, managing director of AA Hotel & Hospitality Services.

“From deeply embedded sustainability ethos to outstanding guest experiences, these individuals and establishments represent the best our industry has to offer.

“We look forward to celebrating their achievements at the awards ceremony next month.”

2025 AWARD SHORTLISTS

AA HOUSEKEEPER OF THE YEAR

Recognising outstanding commitment and performance, this award honours housekeepers who consistently go above and beyond.

Amit Pal – Prestonfield, Edinburgh
Almudena Gomez - The Savoy, London
Lina Mikalauskaite - The Beaumont Mayfair, London

AA RISING STAR AWARD

Celebrating emerging talent in the hospitality industry

Nataliia Maiseionok - Fischer's Baslow Hall, Derbyshire 
Cameron Baxter - Grantley Hall, North Yorkshire
Lily Ockendon - Boys Hall, Kent 

AA SPA HOTEL OF THE YEAR

Celebrating excellence in spa experiences.

Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire
Fairmont Windsor Park, Surrey
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Lancashire

AA SUSTAINABLE AWARD 

This award recognises exceptional commitment to eco-friendly practices.

The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder
Mandarin Oriental, Hyde Park, London
Galgorm, County Antrim

AA RESTAURANT TEAM AWARD

This award honours restaurants that deliver outstanding service, technical excellence, and food and beverage expertise.

Brown's Hotel, London 
Mauro Colagreco, London
The Goring, London

AA INN OF THE YEAR

Recognising exceptional quality, local character and warm hospitality

The Colintraive, Argyll & Bute
The George Inn, Somerset
The Nags Head Inn, Powys

AA BED & BREAKFAST OF THE YEAR

This award recognises excellence in bed & breakfast establishments, specifically highlighting those offering outstanding hospitality.

The 25 Boutique B&B, Devon 
Ramsey House, Pembrokeshire
The Townhouse, Perth & Kinross

AA RESTAURANT WITH ROOMS OF THE YEAR

This award celebrates establishments offering a superb dining experience alongside high-quality accommodation.

Plas Dinas Country House, Caernarfon
Restaurant Interlude, West Sussex
The Dipping Lugger, Highland

The AA Hospitality Awards span 18 categories and honour the very best in UK hotels, guest accommodation, restaurants, spas, and their dedicated teams.

This year’s ceremony will also feature individual recognitions, including the Lifetime Achievement Award and the coveted Chefs’ Chef Award.

To buy tickets for this year’s event please visit the AA Hospitality Awards website. 

Those attending will be treated to an exceptional menu curated by Adam Smith, executive chef at Woven by Adam Smith at Coworth Park Hotel in Berkshire, which proudly holds 5 AA Rosettes.