These are the 50 best hotels in the world

LTC Eugene Chu
"The best hotel in the world is Passalacqua, an 18th century villa on the edge of Italy’s Lake Como.

That’s according to the 50 Best organization, which announced the results of “The World’s 50 Best Hotels” in London on Tuesday.

The villa hotel is the former home of composer Vincenzo Bellini and sits among seven acres of terraced gardens. Rates start at $1,300 per night, according to the 50 Best organization.

The list marks the first time that 50 Best organization is delving into hotel rankings, though it’s been ranking “The World’s 50 Best Restaurants” and “The World’s 50 Best Bars” for years.

The rankings are based on nominations made by 580 anonymous voters comprising travel journalists, hoteliers and luxury travelers around the world, the organization said."...