Recognizing the Year’s Best Hotels
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., January 23, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) (the “Company” or “Pebblebrook”) today announced the nominees for the 14th Annual Pebby Awards. Chosen by Pebblebrook’s selection committee, this year’s nominees recognize the hotel teams that delivered outstanding performance in 2025—driving exceptional execution, profitability, and guest satisfaction in a demanding environment.
The 2026 Pebby Award nominees include a diverse array of urban hotels and resorts from across the portfolio. Several properties received multiple nominations, led by Newport Harbor Island Resort and Argonaut Hotel with seven nominations each. This year’s nominees showcased determination and resilience, setting the stage for one of the most highly contested Pebby Awards ceremonies to date.
“Each year, the Pebby Awards are our moment to roll out the red carpet for the people who actually make the magic happen — our hotel teams,” said Jon E. Bortz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pebblebrook Hotel Trust. “In 2025, they delivered a performance worthy of a standing ovation: navigating a fast-changing and challenging operating environment, absorbing disruption, and still finding smart ways to drive profitability while elevating the guest experience across our distinctive portfolio. These nominations celebrate the disciplined leadership, creative problem-solving, and relentless execution we saw across the portfolio. I want to congratulate every team recognized this year. The competition is fierce — and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”
Best PictureFor best overall performance by a hotel, based on operating execution and profitability, and adaptation to a challenging operating environment.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills
Best DirectorFor best overall leadership by a management team, including revenue management and comprehensive expense management.
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
Newport Harbor Island Resort
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
The Westin Copley Place, Boston
Hotel Zelos San Francisco, Hotel Zetta San Francisco, & Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
Best Actor / ActressFor best overall sales and marketing team.
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica & Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Hotel Zelos San Francisco, Hotel Zetta San Francisco, & Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
Best International Feature FilmFor best overall effort made by a hotel team to positively impact their community and neighborhood.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Hotel Zena Washington DC & Viceroy Washington DC
Best Live Action Short FilmFor best overall revenue management strategies and execution.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
Southernmost Beach Resort & The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
The Westin Copley Place, Boston
Hotel Zelos San Francisco, Hotel Zetta San Francisco, & Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
Best Production DesignFor best overall hotel profitability flow-through.
Harbor Court Hotel San Francisco
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
Newport Harbor Island Resort
The Westin Copley Place, Boston
Best Visual EffectsFor best overall performance during a major renovation, following the Company’s standard of “relentless pursuit of continuous improvement” and maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor while going through disruptions, surprises, and great inconveniences.
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica
LaPlaya Beach Resort & Club
Best Original ScoreFor best overall performance following a prior year major renovation, as measured by increases in market share and operating cash flow.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Best Adapted ScreenplayFor best overall forecasting accuracy of operating profitability.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
LaPlaya Beach Resort & Club
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Best CinematographyFor best overall implementation of energy conservation programs and green initiatives to reduce energy, water, waste, and overall greenhouse gas emissions.
Harbor Court Hotel San Francisco
Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf
Best Documentary FeatureFor best leadership in financial reporting, accounting discipline, and internal controls—paired with strong expense stewardship.
Harbor Court Hotel San Francisco
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel
W Los Angeles – West Beverly Hills
Best Animated Feature FilmFor best overall restaurant and/or bar, as measured by profitability, creativity, operating models, and guest experience.
Adelaide Restaurant at L’Auberge Del Mar
Barefoot Bar & Grill at Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Blue Mermaid Restaurant at Argonaut Hotel
Covewood at San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Dirty Habit at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC
Terrene at 1 Hotel San Francisco
The Beach Café at Southernmost Beach Resort
Torpedo Bar & Lounge at Newport Harbor Island Resort
Best Original ScreenplayFor most improved STR performance, as evidenced by market share gained during 2025, with consideration for market circumstances.
Chamberlain West Hollywood Hotel
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills
Hotel Zelos San Francisco, Hotel Zetta San Francisco, & Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
Academy Honorary AwardFor most improved Tripadvisor rankings, as determined by guests.
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills
Revere Hotel Boston Common
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel
The 14th Annual Pebby Award winners will be announced on Monday, March 16, 2026, beginning at 3:00 PM ET. Follow along on X (formerly Twitter) at @PebblebrookPEB to receive live updates as the Pebby winners are announced, and check out http://www.pebblebrookhotels.com to learn more about Pebblebrook’s hotels and the esteemed management teams leading them.
About Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (“REIT”) and the largest owner of urban and resort lifestyle hotels in the United States. The Company owns 44 hotels, totaling approximately 11,000 guest rooms across 13 urban and resort markets. For more information, visit www.pebblebrookhotels.com and follow @PebblebrookPEB.
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Raymond D. Martz, Co-President and Chief Financial Officer, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust – (240) 507-1330
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