2026 Asia Hospitality Awards Opens Registration: A Clear Pathway To Recognition
Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition in 2025, which drew more than 300 project submissions and culminated in a dazzling Winner’s Night in Seoul, the 2026 AHA continues its mission to spotlight innovation, sustainability, and cultural authenticity in hospitality.
Winner of 2025 AHA - Project Etro Residences Phuket (The One Atelier)
A Streamlined Process for Industry Excellence
𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝟏: 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐔𝐏 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐀𝐇𝐀 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓
To begin your application, you will need an official account on the AHA website (https://ahawards.co/registration).
Click LOGIN/SIGN UP and choose CREATE ACCOUNT.
Already a member? Simply enter your registered Email and Password to access your account.
𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝟐: 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒
Once you select Create Account, a registration form will open asking for more details:
Personal Profile: Provide your Full Name, Email, and a secure Password.
Organization Info: Fill in your Organization Name, Country, Postcode, Email, plus a Website or Facebook link (optional).
Click “Next” to confirm.
Note: Proceeding indicates your agreement to the AHA Terms & Conditions.
Winner of 2025 AHA - Project Around the World in one Day
(Torres Farm Hotel and Resort)
𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝟑: 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐑𝐘
After setting up your account, the system will guide you directly to Nominate Your Entry.
Pick the award category (or categories) you wish to enter.
AHA features 30 categories across 5 core disciplines.
Multiple submissions are welcome, but each category requires a separate entry fee.
Select “Payment” to move forward.
𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝟒: 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
Clicking “Pay” will direct you to a secure PayPal gateway or bank transfer option to process your entry fee.
Once payment is confirmed, you will receive an official invoice by email.
Important: Entries remain incomplete until payment is made. Categories cannot be changed after payment, though you may still update project descriptions.
Winner of 2025 AHA - Project Symphony Tokyo Bay
𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏 𝟓: 𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐌𝐈𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘
With your account active and payment confirmed, you can manage your application via the AHA User Dashboard.
The dashboard provides:
Submission Overview: A snapshot of all projects you’ve registered.
Progress Tracker: Percentage completion for each judging criterion.
Entry Management: Tools to review, edit, and finalize before submitting.
Unlike other awards that rely on public voting, AHA remains committed to an expert-driven evaluation process to ensure transparency, credibility, and industry-wide respect.
Winner of 2025 AHA - Project Transforming Urban Hospitality: Wellness, Sustainability, and Innovation at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore
(Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore)
Key Dates for Registration
Official Opening Date for Registration: August 2025
Early Bird Specials Entry Deadline: 30 November 2025
Standard Entry Deadline: 25 February 2026
Shortlisted Nominees’ Announcement: April 2026
Judging Period: April – May 2026
Winner Announcement: June 2026
Winner’s Night in Vietnam: July 2026
The Asia Hospitality Awards 2026 invites hoteliers, restaurateurs, designers, and visionaries from across the Asia-Pacific to showcase their projects and join a platform that honors those who shape the future of hospitality.
For more information or to begin your registration, please visit https://ahawards.co/registration or contact hello@ahawards.co.
