October 15, 2025 – The Michelin Guide today officially announced the results of its inaugural “Michelin Keys” global hotel selection, with a total of 2,457 hotels worldwide receiving this prestigious recognition.
This year, Taiwan stood out in the global Michelin Keys selection with its unique philosophy of hospitality and design aesthetics, being included for the first time in the global hotel evaluation.
Among them, four hotels in Taiwan received the “Michelin One Key” distinction. As a representative of Taiwan’s top luxury hotels, Mandarin Oriental, Taipei is deeply honored to receive this accolade, affirming the hotel as one of the world’s most outstanding accommodation experiences.
About the “Michelin Keys” Global Selection
Since the implementation of the Keys system in 15 destinations last year, the Michelin Guide’s inspection team has conducted in depth evaluations of over 7,000 previously recommended hotels worldwide, selecting the most representative top accommodations. The best-performing hotels are awarded one to three Michelin Keys, symbolizing a new international standard for accommodation quality.
The Michelin Key represents a new benchmark for outstanding hotels worldwide, with selection based on five criteria: design, service quality, uniqueness, value, and overall guest experience. Just as Michelin stars honor the world’s finest restaurants, Michelin Keys recognize hotels that elevate the accommodation experience into an unforgettable memory, perfectly integrating design, service, and location to create unparalleled memories for guests.
This honor marks an important milestone for Taiwan’s hotel industry. Mandarin Oriental, Taipei has been recognized for its integration of European classical architectural style with luxurious design, legendary attentive service, and exquisite dining experiences. Karan Berry, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Taipei, stated: “We thank all our guests for their support. We are deeply honored to receive this global recognition, which reflects every colleague’s dedication to passion, professionalism, and exceptional service. In addition to being awarded the ‘Michelin One Key.’
We also cherish our previous achievement as the only hotel in Taiwan to receive the Michelin ‘Five Red Houses’ distinction for several consecutive years, symbolizing our long-standing commitment to excellence in luxury, design, and service. We will continue to provide legendary service to create unforgettable experiences for our guests and will persistently strive for excellence in all aspects, maintaining the high standards of Mandarin Oriental.”
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Mandarin Oriental, Taipei “Italian Epicurean Star Feast” Sine by Di Pinto Michelin Star Chef Guest Appearance
Four-Hands Collaboration with Bencotto’s Head Chef
October 17th to 19th September 26, 2025 – Mandarin Oriental, Taipei’s Michelin Guide-listed Italian restaurant Bencotto continues its commitment to premium gastronomy this autumn by inviting Michelin one-star restaurant “Sine by Di Pinto” chef Roberto Di Pinto from Italy to guest chef in Taipei. Together with Bencotto’s Italian Head Chef Emanuele Bergamo, they will present the limited-time “Italian Epicurean Star Feast” four-hands culinary event from October 17th to 19th.
Chef Roberto is renowned for his bold interpretations of Neapolitan cuisine infused with refined Milanese style, seamlessly blending Mediterranean passion with contemporary creativity. This collaboration will integrate both chefs’ inherited Italian classics and innovative craftsmanship, offering guests a prestigious and exquisite Italian dining experience, reimagining the flavors of modern Italian cuisine.
The exclusive “Italian Epicurean Star Feast”
will be available for three days only, with limited seating. From the 17th to the 19th, a seven-course dinner menu is offered at TWD 8,888 +10% per person, including five sommelier-selected wines. On October 18th and 19th at lunchtime, a five-course menu is available at TWD 3,888 +10% per person, with optional wine pairing at an additional cost. Reservations can be made via the official
website
https://www.mandarinoriental.com/zh-hk/
taipei/songshan/dine/bencotto or by calling +886 2 2715 6888.
Bencotto is located at 6F., No.158, DunhuaN. Rd., Songshan Dist., Taipei City
Email: MOTPE-Bencotto@mohg.com.
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