Ocean House Collection properties earn Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice honors

Ocean House, Watch Hill Inn and Weekapaug Inn were all recognized in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, with two Rhode Island resorts ranking among New England’s top stays. The results underscore demand for the Ocean House Collection’s coastal settings, service and New England-style experiences.

Why it matters: - The three awards give Ocean House Collection broader visibility across both resort and hotel categories. - The recognition can help reinforce the group’s position as a destination for luxury coastal travel in Rhode Island. - The rankings also reflect reader preference for properties that combine service, setting and a distinct New England identity.

What happened: - Weekapaug Inn was named the No. 2 Resort in New England. - Ocean House was named the No. 4 Resort in New England. - Watch Hill Inn was named the No. 4 Hotel in the Northeast. - Condé Nast Traveler published the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards in its November issue and on its website. - The awards are reader-voted and cover hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, cruises and other travel categories.

The details: - Ocean House is a Forbes 15-Star, Five-Star Hotel, Five-Star Spa and Five-Star Restaurant in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. - Ocean House sits on a private white-sand beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. - Ocean House includes 49 guestrooms, 20 suites and private cottage residences. - The property’s dining includes COAST, The Bistro and seasonal outdoor dining. - Watch Hill Inn is located in the village of Watch Hill and offers contemporary suites with full kitchens, spacious living areas and private terraces. - Watch Hill Inn sits near boutique shops, the harbor and beaches. - Weekapaug Inn opened in 1899 and is located in the Weekapaug community near Quonochontaug Pond. - Weekapaug Inn has 33 guestrooms, including four Signature Suites. - Weekapaug Inn includes The Restaurant, The Lawn, a heated saline pool, a fitness center and a borrowing closet. - Condé Nast Traveler said it received more than 798,867 survey responses from readers across the United States.

Between the lines: - The spread of rankings suggests the Ocean House Collection is resonating with travelers in more than one segment, not just one flagship property. - The mix of high-touch service, coastal location and local character appears to be a strong differentiator for the brand. - Dant Hirsch, president and managing director of Ocean House Collection, said the honors belong to the teams whose hospitality drives repeat visits.

What's next: - Ocean House Collection will likely use the rankings in its marketing and guest outreach heading into the next travel cycle. - Travelers can find the full list of award winners on Condé Nast Traveler’s RCA page. - More information about Ocean House Collection is available at ohmcollection.com.

The bottom line: - Ocean House Collection added a clean sweep of Condé Nast Traveler recognition, with Weekapaug Inn and Ocean House near the top in New England and Watch Hill Inn landing among the Northeast’s top hotels.