The 12th annual awards recognized excellence in the wellness sector, spotlighting hotels that integrate regional traditions into their treatment menus. The Ritz-Carlton Spa in Grand Cayman claimed the title for the Cayman Islands' Best Resort Spa, utilizing vibroacoustic beds and specialized consultations to complement its Seven Mile Beach location. Meanwhile, Spa Botánico at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, took the top spot in Puerto Rico, leveraging a five-acre sanctuary that features garden bathing rituals and traditional local healers.

In the U.S. Virgin Islands, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, St. Thomas, was honored for its ocean-inspired therapies that draw on the surrounding tropical environment. Moving inland, The St. Regis Spa at The St. Regis Mexico City earned the award for Mexico's Best Hotel Spa. This urban site distinguishes itself by blending ancestral Mexican cosmology with modern therapeutic techniques, providing a quiet respite from the capital's dense atmosphere. These properties represent a broader trend within the Marriott Luxury Group portfolio, which continues to emphasize highly contextualized experiences across its global network.