Select Registry Announces 2026 Craft Lodging Award Winners
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 11, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Select Registry, a company with over 50 years of experience in personalized hospitality, has announced the winners of its 2026 Craft Lodging Awards. The awards, presented on November 10 during the Select Registry National Meeting & Conference in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, recognize the outstanding achievements of independent lodging properties that embody the values of excellence, creativity, and dedication to the guest experience.
Among the winners is the 1900 Inn on Montford in Asheville, North Carolina, which was named the Southeast's Best Craft Lodging Property. This recognition highlights the inn's commitment to providing exceptional service and personalized attention, setting a standard for quality stays in the region.
The awards also included the Spouter Inn Bed and Breakfast in Lincolnville, Maine, as the New Member of the Year. This award celebrates the Spouter Inn's immediate engagement and passionate support of Select Registry, marking its successful integration into the network of quality-assured Craft Lodging properties.
Cherry Ridge Retreat in New Plymouth, Ohio, was honored with the Select Registry Sustainability Champion award. This accolade acknowledges the property's innovative green initiatives and programs, demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
The Best Restaurant Award went to L'Auberge Provencale Inn & Restaurant in Boyce, Virginia, for its exceptional cuisine, atmosphere, and customer service. Similarly, The Grand Hacienda in Abiquiú, New Mexico, was awarded the Best Breakfast Award for its innovative and delicious breakfast offerings.
The Best Social Media and Content Creation Award was given to Cherry Ridge Retreat, further emphasizing the property's active engagement with consumers through social media platforms. This recognition highlights the importance of digital presence in today's hospitality industry.
The Community Engagement Award was presented to Inns of Dorset in Dorset, Vermont, recognizing the outstanding contributions of the innkeepers to the local community. This award underscores the significance of community stewardship in the hospitality sector.
Tatiana Michelizza at Top of the Ridge Farm Bed & Breakfast in New Durham, New Hampshire, was honored with the Innkeeper of the Year Award, celebrating her dedication to furthering excellence in craft lodging.
Camp DeForest in Lincolnville, Maine, was awarded the Stay for the Story Award, recognizing its ability to create memorable experiences for guests by infusing the unique essence of the property, the innkeepers, local culture, and history.
The Best Craft Lodging Property for the Northeast was awarded to Swift House Inn in Middlebury, Vermont, while the Southeast's Best Craft Lodging Property was the 1900 Inn on Montford in Asheville, North Carolina. The Central region's winner was Jail Hill Inn in Galena, Illinois, and the Mid-Atlantic region's Best Craft Lodging Property was Woolverton Inn in Stockton, New Jersey. For the West, Sheridan House Inn in Williams, Arizona, emerged as the winner.
The Quality Assurance Award was given to The Inn at Bay Ledge in Bar Harbor, Maine, for its consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences. The Stay for the Story Award was also awarded to Sheridan House Inn in Williams, Arizona, for its ability to create memorable experiences.
Finally, the Travelers' Choice Award was presented to Sheridan House Inn in Williams, Arizona, recognizing its commitment to providing quality stays and service that exceed expectations and industry standards.
Select Registry currently boasts over 230 boutique properties located across the United States, from backcountry roads to big-city neighborhoods, along coastlines, and in heartlands. These properties offer a diverse range of experiences, from authentic storytelling and thoughtful design to meaningful community engagement and culinary excellence.