HANSA – A Premium Residence has won the prestigious “Leading Designer Hotel”award at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, marking a significant milestone for the hotel and reaffirming its commitment to design-led hospitality and exceptional guest experiences, according to a press release.
Mr. Shakawath Hossain, Chief Executive Officer of Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC, received the award on behalf of HANSA.
The South Asian Travel Awards is a regional recognition program celebrating excellence and achievements across the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. The recognition of HANSA highlights its distinctive position in the regional hospitality sector and reflects the importance of thoughtful design, functional spaces, personalized service and attention to detail in creating a memorable hotel experience.
Commenting on the achievement, M. A. Kalam Talukdar, General Manager of HANSA – A Premium Residence, said,
“We are truly proud to receive this recognition, as it reflects the thought and care we have put into HANSA’s design. We wanted to create a space that feels state-of-the-art and comfortable while staying connected to our local heritage and cultural roots. For us, good design is not just about how a place looks; it’s about how it makes people feel and the experience they take away with them. This award encourages us to continue bringing our design vision to life, celebrating our local identity, and making every guest’s stay special and memorable.”
The achievement represents another important milestone in HANSA’s journey towards hospitality excellence. The recognition highlights the role of design in shaping a hotel’s identity and creating an environment that balances aesthetics, comfort and functionality to enhance the overall guest experience.
HANSA – A Premium Residence is part of Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC, the hospitality group behind renowned brands The Westin Dhaka and Sheraton Dhaka. The group’s portfolio reflects its established presence in Bangladesh’s premium hospitality sector, while HANSA continues to build its own distinctive identity as a locally developed hospitality brand.
HANSA extends its sincere gratitude to its valued guests, business partners and stakeholders for their continued trust and support. The hotel also acknowledges the dedication, professionalism and hard work of Team HANSA, whose collective efforts contribute to maintaining service standards and delivering a distinctive hospitality experience.
Catering to business travelers, corporate guests and visitors seeking comfort and personalized service in Dhaka, HANSA continues to focus on delivering a welcoming and distinctive stay experience.
With this latest recognition at SATA 2026, HANSA looks forward to building on its achievements, further strengthening its design-led hospitality identity, deepening relationships with guests and business partners, and contributing to the continued growth and development of Bangladesh’s hospitality industry.