10 hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants – and how to use points to pay
For travelers who are passionate about food like themselves Explore new destinationsPlanning a vacation around a Michelin-starred dining experience can be the ultimate culinary adventure. It’s the perfect excuse to check out famous chefs, discover unique ingredients and sample new techniques – and doing so might even give you a greater appreciation for the culture and region you are visiting.
From famous destinations to far-flung corners of the world, some of the best culinary destinations are hidden within luxury hotel — and all of the offerings we feature here can be booked through a credit card travel rewards program or through a major hotel loyalty program. Depending on which credit card you keep in your wallet or which loyalty program you use, you can book the properties below via Amex Fine Hotels + Resortsthrough key hotel brands like Marriott (we’re looking at you, Ritz-Carlton) or through partnerships such as between Hilton and other small luxury hotels around the world.
So whether you’re dreaming of indulging in innovative tasting menus created by famous chefs or enjoying a meal with a view as unforgettable as the food itself, these 10 Michelin-starred restaurants at hotels around the world are worth planning ahead for (read: you’ll definitely need to book in advance)—and you might even have the chance to earn and score points along the way.
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Il Carpaccio at Le Royal Monceau — Raffles Paris
Located in luxurious District 8, Le Royal Monceau — Raffles Paris offering impeccable luxury and impeccable service, and a Michelin-starred Italian restaurant, Il Carpacciois no exception. The restaurant’s mission statement of “complexity expressed in simplicity” comes to life through immersion in Italian cuisine with signature dishes such as beef carpaccio with Caesar dressing, crispy amaranth and black truffles or the famous Da Vittorio-style paccheri. Can’t get in for dinner or want to save some money? The two-course lunch (starter and main course) is generous, served on beautiful copper plates and changes weekly. The best part is that it’s only 70 euros ($76).
Le Royal Monceau — Raffles Paris participates in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
Tang Court at The Langham, Hong Kong
A paradise in the tourist hub of Tsim Sha Tsui, Langham, Hong Kong bringing a premium, unforgettable experience to guests throughout the hotel. In Road Court In particular – the Cantonese restaurant has been awarded three Michelin stars nine times – diners can enjoy an extensive selection of dim sum dishes as well as a la carte tasting menus and additional specials. Consider ordering the juicy crab with onions topped with breadcrumbs, the tender Japanese wagyu beef with green onions and wasabi, or the fresh lobster paired with three kinds of onions.
The Langham, Hong Kong participates in Langham’s own loyalty program, Langham’s brilliance, and the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
Joel Robuchon at MGM Grand, Las Vegas
Is the only restaurant in Las Vegas to achieve three Michelin stars, MGM Grand‘S Joel Robuchon is the pinnacle of fine dining in Sin City – in fact, chef Robuchon also has the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world. Once inside his “castle” (designed to resemble a chic art deco townhouse with marble floors and plush purple furniture), they can splurge to the tasting menu which includes countless delicious dishes, such as Le Foie Gras, a carpaccio of foie. gras and potatoes, garnished with white truffles. This experience features four amazing tableside offerings, including a bread cart, cheese cart, tea cart, and mignardise cart. You can book this property through Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts.
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MGM Grand can be booked using Marriott Bonvoy points and can also participate in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
Al Muntaha at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Dubai
What else would one expect from Dubai’s most iconic hotel but one Michelin two-star restaurant Sitting on the 27th floor? In addition to breathtaking panoramic views, guests will enjoy a fine dining menu that artfully blends French cuisine with Mediterranean influences and is helmed by chef Saverio Sbaragli. Signature dishes such as calamari, osetra caviar and Brittany lobster are perfect to enjoy for dinner – or stop by to sample the mouth-watering menu, a four-course lunchtime journey.
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab participates in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
La Baie at The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka
Meaning “bay” in French, Ritz-Carlton Osaka‘S La Baie celebrates all things seafood while drawing inspiration from traditional French techniques. Chef de cuisine Christophe Gibert creates eye-catching dishes that can be enjoyed with all five senses. Choose from three priority menus for lunch and dinner with variations ranging from five to seven courses. Think dishes like char-grilled blue lobster with radish cream and crustacean coulis, abalone mixed with butter and shellfish juices and grilled wagyu beef with red wine sauce.
You can book the Ritz-Carlton, Osaka using Marriott Bonvoy points and also participate in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil, Napa Valley
Renowned for its laid-back sophistication and commitment to sourcing ingredients from neighboring farms and suppliers, Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil has been awarded an impressive Michelin star for 17 consecutive years. Guests can make reservations here to enjoy French-inspired dishes, access to a spacious 15,000-bottle international wine cellar, and idyllic views (located in a 33-acre olive grove on the slopes of hills in California’s legendary wine capital). The menu at The Restaurant changes seasonally and includes breakfast, two- or three-course prix fixe lunches, three-course brunches, three- or four-course dinners, tasting menus and a la carte menus – all available with the option of course of a wine pairing from the house sommelier.
Auberge du Soleil participate in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
L’Olivo at Jumeirah Capri Palace, Italy
A cliffside dinner on the enchanting island of Capri is an unforgettable moment and L’Olivothe only two-Michelin-starred restaurant on the island, takes hosting a magical evening very seriously. Inspired by his roots on the nearby island of Ischia, chef Andrea Migliaccio serves up traditional Mediterranean flavors with standout dishes like lemon tagliolini with red shrimp and smoked green lobster. The restaurant is decorated in a chic coastal style and regularly schedules live piano performances, and the terrace offers ocean views you’ll never forget.
Jumeirah Capri Palace participate in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
RE-NAA at Eilert Smith Hotel, Norway
In Stavanger, Norway, where you’ll find dramatic beaches and magical fjords, there’s a 12-room boutique. Eilert Smith Hotelexudes Scandinavian elegance from every angle. On the spot you will find LA-NAAa Michelin three-star restaurant headed by renowned chef Sven Erik Renaa. The menu focuses on seafood and comes with local produce and homemade bread. Some diners have likened RE-NAA to a theatrical atmosphere thanks to its open kitchen and artistic presentation. Reservations open for a three-month period and run about six months in advance.
Eilert Smith hotels can be booked using Hilton Honors points.
Cocnia de Autor at Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Mexico
All-inclusive resorts are often not praised for their culinary skills and this is exactly why Grand Velas Riviera Maya such a special place to stay: Dinner and wine at a Michelin-starred restaurant, Cocina de Autorincluded in the nightly rate. This multi-course tasting experience – created by executive chef Nahum Velasco – highlights the diversity of Mexican cuisine, with dishes like shrimp with honey and yogurt, cauliflower with bone marrow and caviar as well as pork with black garlic, figs and watercress.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya participates in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
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Caruso’s at Rosewood Miramar Beach, Montecito, California
the Miramar Rosewood Beach radiates an estate-style atmosphere and is located on the stunning shores of the “American Riviera” in Montecito, California. For an enhanced experience, plan a meal at by Carusoa Michelin-starred beachfront restaurant. Chef Massimo Falsini’s ties to California’s Central Coast combine with his Italian roots and create cuisine that highlights the area’s local farmers, fishermen and ranchers. As an added bonus, this location has also earned a Michelin Green Star for its sustainability efforts. Dine from the premium tasting menu or chef’s tasting menu and choose from a selection of wines sourced from the nearby Central Valley and other internationally renowned regions.
Rosewood Miramar Beach participates in the Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts program.
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