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The 12 best Mr & Mrs Smith hotels in the world

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Mr & Mrs Smith is a hand-picked collection of the most special boutique hotels in the world and they all have their own luxurious qualities.

At the annual Smith Hotel awards, which took place at the beginning of November, more than 1,000 hotels in the collection competed to be the named the best hotel in 12 specially selected categories.

Click through the gallery to see the world's best hotels in 2015.

The Pig   on the Beach_UK

Best Smith Hotel 2015

Winner: The Pig – on the Beach, Dorset, England

"The Pig has come of age, transplanting its winning code to the natural playground of the Dorset coastline. Timeless interiors, top-notch food and spot-on service all help it continue to flourish." – Sophie Lam Head of travel at The Independent

Runners-up: Soneva Fushi, Maldives | Halcyon House, Australia

Roccia Suite at Bellevue Syrene_Italy

Sexiest Bedroom in the World

Winner: Roccia Suite at Bellevue Syrene, Italy

"In-room massage pool and canopied four-poster in an Italian grotto: Hellooooo hat trick." – Immodesty Blaize Burlesque star

Runners-up: Sansovino Suite at Aman Canal Grande Venice, Italy | Water Villa 5 at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam

Ett Hem_Sweden

Best-Dressed Hotel

Winner: Ett Hem, Sweden

"Ilse Crawford's bespoke interior is sublime – timeless and contemporary in equal measure. The design references the traditional Swedish Gustavian colour palette, brilliantly and luxuriously updated with modern and vintage furnishings. It's an architectural jewel, too." – Neale Whitaker Editor-in-chief, Vogue Living Australia

Runners-up: The Battery San Francisco | Ham Yard Hotel, London

Amangiri_USA

Best Hotel Pool

Winner: Amangiri, USA

"You can't beat it: the light, the rocks, the pool snaking around this wondrous gleaming edifice that changes colour as the day wears on. The best mixture of natural and sophisticated." – Melinda Stevens Editor in chief, Condé Nast Traveller

Runners-up: Rayavadee, Thailand | Cap Estel, France

Huka Lodge_New Zealand

Above and Beyond

Winner: Huka Lodge, New Zealand

"The guest comments on the personalised service of this property are amazing – the general manager personally driving guests to the airport, and the front-desk attendant jumping off her bus as she passed by when she spotted guests they were going the wrong way. They really do go above and beyond the call of duty, and that made this hotel stand out for me." – Amanda Shadforth Founder, Oracle Fox blog

Runners-up: Aenaon Villas, Greece | Southern Ocean Lodge

Jean Michel Cousteau Resort_Fiji

Best for Families

Winner: Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji

"This looks like such a dreamy place, both for kids and grown-ups. My sea-creature-obsessed kids would absolutely LOVE to visit here." – Courtney Adamo Co-founder, Babyccino Kids and Instamum

Runners-up: Marbella Club, Spain | Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, Australia

Masseria Cervarolo_Italy

Best Budget Boutique Hotel

Winner: Masseria Cervarolo, Italy

"After recently visiting the region I feel like a traditional Puglian farmhouse is the perfect way to explore the gorgeous surrounding areas" – Henry Holland Fashion designer

Runners-up: Brody House, Hungary | Claska, Japan

Song Saa Private Island

The Eco Award

Winner: Song Saa Private Island, Cambodia

"I’m amazed at how much they are doing with the environment and the local community" – Livia Firth Founder, Eco Age

Runners-up: Soneva Fushi, Maldives | El Silencio, Costa Rica

The Battery San Francisco

Best Newcomer

Winner: The Battery San Francisco, USA

"For all its hipness, San Francisco sorely lacks the type of hotel you get giddy at the thought of staying at. Or at least it did. The Battery practically aches cool. So much so that you want to check in, and stay in… regardless of what's going on outside." – Susan Riley Deputy editor, Stylist

Runners-up: Hotel Urso, Spain | Halcyon House, Australia

The Nam Hai_Vietnam

Best Spa Hotel

Winner: The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam

"A beautiful part of Vietnam and a stunning resort. The spa is set in pavilions: the ultimate in privacy and luxury" – Peony Lim Fashion and lifestyle blogger

Runners-up: Corinthia Hotel London, UK | Dormy House, UK

The Zetter london

Hottest Hotel Bar

Winner: The Zetter Townhouse, London, England

"It’s a masterpiece by Tony Conigliaro that continues to rack up awards and turn out superb bar talent." – Paul Gabie Founder of 28 Hong Kong Street and CEO of Proof & Company

Runners-up: The Elephant Bar at the NoMad, USA | Cafe Gray Deluxe at the Upper House, Hong Kong

Oreade at Monteverdi_Italy

Best Hotel Restaurant

Winner: Oreade at Monteverdi, Italy

"This is one very special place, a farm to table homage to the surrounding Tuscan bounty and where chef Giancarla Bodoni serves up delectable Italian dishes from a killer menu, with daily specials thrown in so you can dine with indulgence every night of your stay" – Tamara Heber-Percy Co-founder, Mr & Mrs Smith

Runners-up: Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons, UK | NoMad at The NoMad, USA

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