Hong Kong, January 23, 2014 - Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its official 2014 Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list.  The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, for the second consecutive year, has been named "Five-Star Hotel" and its spa, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA, has been named "Five-Star Spa". 

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is one of 97 hotels worldwide to achieve the Forbes five-star rating and The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA is one of the 41 spas worldwide to achieve the Forbes five-star rating.

"We're honored to be crowned with five stars for the second consecutive year by The Forbes Travel Guide, which signifies that our hotel and spa are among the finest establishments in the world to deliver guest service and an experience beyond expectations," said Pierre Perusset, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.  He continued, "The achievement truly echoes the service philosophy of our company—to provide the finest personal service and facilities for our guests.  Our Ladies and Gentlemen will continue to focus on creating unique, memorable and personal experiences that stay with guests for life". 

"Our Star Ratings recognize the finest hotels and spas in the world.  These ratings serve as guideposts for consumers seeking exceptional travel experiences, and our primary mission is to serve the consumer," said Michael Cascone, President of Forbes Travel Guide.  "We're proud to be associated with the new additions to our global list".

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Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, is the originator of the prestigious Five Star Rating system, and has provided the travel industry's most comprehensive ratings and reviews of hotels, restaurants and spas since 1958. Forbes Travel Guide has a team of expert inspectors who anonymously evaluate properties against up to 800 rigorous and objective standards, providing consumers the insight to make better-informed travel and leisure decisions. Forbes Travel Guide is the gold standard for luxury hospitality ratings worldwide. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, visit www.forbestravelguide.com.

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About The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Occupying floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon,

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is the highest hotel in the world. The 312 guest rooms all providing spectacular city and harbour views. With six dining venues including state-of-the-art designer Italian restaurant Tosca, Michelin-starred Chinese Restaurant Tin Lung Heen and The Lounge and Bar that serves a signature afternoon tea. The rooftop bar Ozone is a truly stunning venue at 490 meters above sea level. For those wishing to relax and indulge, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA located on 116th floor features nine deluxe treatment rooms and two couple's suites, re-defining the urban spa experience in the city and across Asia. The hotel features a fully-equipped fitness centre and an indoor pool on the 118th floor with a 28m x 7m LED screen on the ceiling.  The hotel also boasts one of the largest ballrooms in the city at 870sqm. Complemented by an additional four meeting rooms, it has fast become the new social centre for Hong Kong and has set the benchmark for events in the region.  For more information, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/hongkong.

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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 85 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company website at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)