Six Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Members Recognized in the 2026 MICHELIN Key Hotel Selection

Five Curator members retain their distinctions, while Canoe Place Inn & Cottages earns its first MICHELIN Key

BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of independent lifestyle hotels and resorts, is proud to announce that six of its member properties have been recognized in the 2026 MICHELIN Key hotel selection, including five returning honorees and one newly awarded property.

Curator members recognized in the 2026 selection include Little Palm Island, which retained its prestigious Three MICHELIN Keys, as well as The Aster, 1 Hotel San Francisco, Chamberlain West Hollywood and Fidelity Hotel Cleveland, each recognized with One MICHELIN Key. Canoe Place Inn & Cottages joins the list this year with its first One MICHELIN Key distinction.

Introduced as the hotel counterpart to the MICHELIN Star, the MICHELIN Key recognizes hotels that stand out for the quality of their hospitality experience. MICHELIN evaluates properties based on factors including architecture and interior design, service quality and consistency, individuality and character, value, and their connection to their destination. The 2026 global selection includes more than 2,800 One-, Two- and Three-Key hotels worldwide.

“Seeing six Curator members recognized in this year’s MICHELIN Key selection is a wonderful reflection of the distinctive experiences our independent hotels create for their guests,” said Jennifer Barnwell, President of Curator Hotel & Resort Collection. “We are especially proud to see previous honorees maintain their distinctions while seeing Canoe Place Inn & Cottages welcomed to the MICHELIN Key community. Each of these properties has its own identity and sense of place, while sharing a deep commitment to thoughtful, memorable hospitality.”

Curator Hotel & Resort Collection members recognized in the 2026 MICHELIN Key selection include:

Little Palm Island – Three MICHELIN Keys (Little Torch Key, FL):

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Little Palm Island offers an adults-only private island escape in the Florida Keys. Set across four secluded acres, the intimate resort features 30 suites housed within thatched-roof bungalows, along with beachfront dining, spa experiences and an atmosphere centered on privacy and tranquility. The property remains Florida’s only Three MICHELIN Key hotel in the 2026 U.S. selection.

The Aster – One MICHELIN Key (Los Angeles, CA):

Located in the heart of Hollywood, The Aster blends the intimacy of a private members’ club with a design-forward hotel experience. The property offers spacious suites alongside dining, wellness and social spaces designed as an urban retreat within one of Los Angeles’ most dynamic neighborhoods.

1 Hotel San Francisco – One MICHELIN Key (San Francisco, CA):

Set along San Francisco’s Embarcadero, 1 Hotel San Francisco combines nature-inspired design with the brand’s sustainability-focused approach to hospitality. Reclaimed materials, greenery and organic design elements complement views and easy access to some of the city’s best-known neighborhoods and attractions. The property was also among Curator’s inaugural MICHELIN Key honorees in 2024.

Chamberlain West Hollywood – One MICHELIN Key (West Hollywood, CA):

Located just off Sunset Boulevard, Chamberlain West Hollywood offers an intimate all-suite experience in the heart of West Hollywood. Its residential-style accommodations and rooftop terrace provide a relaxed urban retreat surrounded by the dining, entertainment, and culture of Los Angeles. Chamberlain was also recognized in the inaugural MICHELIN Key selection in 2024.

Fidelity Hotel Cleveland – One MICHELIN Key (Cleveland, OH):

Located in downtown Cleveland, Fidelity Hotel brings a contemporary hospitality experience to a historic city setting. The 97-room property pairs residential-inspired interiors with inviting gathering spaces, including a restaurant and bar, creating a neighborhood-oriented stay for visitors and locals alike.

Canoe Place Inn & Cottages – One MICHELIN Key (Hampton Bays, NY):

Newly awarded a MICHELIN Key for 2026, Canoe Place Inn & Cottages brings together the history and character of one of the Hamptons’ longstanding hospitality destinations with a contemporary resort experience. The property features 25 inn rooms, private cottages and waterfront residences complemented by landscaped outdoor spaces, dining, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.

For more information on Curator Hotel & Resort Collection, visit www.curatorhotelsandresorts.com.

About Curator Hotel & Resort Collection

Curator Hotel & Resort Collection is a distinct collection of small brands and independent lifestyle hotels and resorts worldwide, founded by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust and a group of industry-leading hotel operators. Curator provides lifestyle hotels access to a wide breadth of program offerings to enhance the guest experience, improve employee engagement, and create value while allowing their members the freedom to retain what makes their hotels unique. It offers the benefits of associating with other unique lifestyle hotels and brands while participating in best-in-class operating agreements, services, marketing, reporting, and technology. For more information, visit www.curatorhotelsandresorts.com and follow us at @CuratorHotelsResorts.