Aulani Earns Top Spot in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Ranking

The U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Hotels list was announced this morning, and Disney’s Aulani Resort has earned a top spot.

Aulani Earns Top Spot

The exterior of the pool and building at Disney's Aulani

In tabulating their results, U.S. News & World Report considers over 31,000 hotels across 400 destinations. And Aulani in Ko Olina, O’ahu, has been named the #1 Best Family Hotel in the U.S.A. this year.

“The hotels highlighted in U.S. News’ 2026 Best Hotels rankings set the standard for top-tier customer service, stellar amenities and truly memorable guest experiences,” said Zach Watson, senior data editor, travel at U.S. News, in a release. “Recognition in this year’s rankings sets hotels and resorts apart as the industry’s best, and each list provides a central starting point for travelers seeking the best options for them.”

Four Seasons Resort Orlando Also Receives Top Rank

The exterior of Four Seasons Orlando resort hotel — The Four Seasons Orlando

The Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World also received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Hotels Report. For the 12th year in a row, the resort earned both the #1 Best Hotel and #1 Best Resort in Walt Disney World.

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