In Brief: Cvent, a market-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has released its annual list of top meeting destinations and hotels in the Asia Pacific region for the year 2026.
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Hilton Singapore Orchard – Image Credit Hilton
Cvent today unveiled its lists of the Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for Asia Pacific. Cvent’s rankings have become indispensable for event planners, highlighting top-of-the-line cities, hotels, and venues for all their event needs. The annual lists are also issued regionally for North America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America & Caribbean.
The destination and hotel rankings are determined based on insights gleaned from more than $20B of global sourcing and request-for-proposal (RFP) activity through Cvent’s sourcing platforms in 2025, including a record-breaking amount through the Cvent Supplier Network, one of the world’s largest venue sourcing marketplaces. The unparalleled volume of business sourced in 2025 underscores the high demand for quality, in-person touchpoints. Across Asia Pacific, planners are still actively sourcing and booking events despite softer sentiments, and nearly 74% of respondents cite up to a 20% increase in in-person meetings, reflecting a strong and sustained resurgence in MICE activity across the region.
Cvent Top Meeting Destinations | Asia Pacific
The top five cities remained consistent year over year, with Singapore maintaining its #1 ranking for the eighth time. Seoul made the most notable move in the top tier, rising one spot to #7, while Bali dropped one place to #8. The rest of the top 10 held steady, underscoring the stability and deep-rooted appeal of Asia Pacific’s leading MICE destinations.
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Top 10 Meeting Destinations
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1. Singapore
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2. Bangkok, Thailand
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3. Sydney, New South Wales
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4. Tokyo, Japan
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5. Melbourne, Victoria
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6. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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7. Seoul, South Korea
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8. Bali, Indonesia
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9. Shanghai, China
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10. Beijing, China
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Ms Carrie Kwik, Executive Director, Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Travel, Singapore Tourism Board said, “We are honoured to be awarded this title for the eighth time since 2016, a recognition that speaks to Singapore’s strength as a premier MICE destination. This accolade is testament to the depth of our industry’s commitment — grounded in world-class infrastructure, the highest standards of safety and trust, and driven by bold innovation that sets new possibilities for what exceptional events can deliver.”
Mrs. Supawan Teerarat, President of Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, TCEB said, “We deeply appreciate the continued confidence MICE professionals place in Bangkok. Its ranking as the second top destination in Asia Pacific for 2026 reflects the strong collaboration behind world-class business events and reinforces Bangkok’s growing role as a global meetings destination. With strong connectivity, world-class venues, experienced professionals, and a commitment to sustainability, Bangkok continues to meet the evolving needs of the global business community. We also thank Cvent for its continued support of Thailand’s MICE industry. Together, we remain committed to strengthening Thailand’s destinations and advancing MICE as a platform for growth, knowledge exchange, and business success.”
Cvent Top Meeting Hotels | Asia Pacific
Hilton Singapore Orchard rose two spots to claim the #1 position in Asia Pacific for the first time, building on three consecutive years of top three recognition since 2023. Hyatt Regency Sydney held steady at #2, while Hilton Sydney made an impressive jump of six places to enter the top tier at #3. ANA InterContinental Tokyo was the region’s biggest mover to rank #4. Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park rounded out the Top 5.
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Top 10 Meeting Hotels
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1. Hilton Singapore Orchard
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2. Hyatt Regency Sydney
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3. Hilton Sydney
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4. ANA InterContinental Tokyo
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5. Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park
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6. The Westin Tokyo
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7. Conrad Singapore Marina Bay
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8. Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
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9. voco Orchard Singapore by IHG
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10. Hilton Tokyo Bay
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Michael Janssen, General Manager of Hilton Singapore Orchard said, “We are honoured to be named the #1 Top Meeting Hotel in APAC by Cvent. Having ranked among the Top 10 in Asia Pacific over the past three years — including #3 in 2025 — this recognition is especially meaningful and reflects the trust planners continue to place in Hilton Singapore Orchard. Group and event business remains a strategic priority for us. Our versatile event spaces, extensive room inventory and central Orchard Road location give planners the flexibility to host events of different scales, with the confidence that our team will deliver them seamlessly in Singapore. Technology plays an important role in how we work. Our team actively uses platforms such as Cvent as part of our day-to-day to engage planners and manage enquiries efficiently.”
Jane Lyons, General Manager of Hyatt Regency Sydney said, “We’re incredibly proud to be recognised by Cvent as one of the top hotels in APAC and the leading hotel in Australia. MICE and group business remains central to our success, and at Hyatt Regency Sydney, every event is designed to bring people together in meaningful ways through our ‘Together by Hyatt’ philosophy. Planners continue to choose us for our scale, harbourside location, seamless delegate experience and the care we take in delivering events responsibly. Technology platforms like Cvent have also been instrumental in helping us connect with planners more effectively, respond quickly to enquiries and build long-term partnerships that drive strong business outcomes.”
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