Northstar Meetings Group recognizes Hard Rock Hotel Maldives as a Gold Winner at the 2024 Stella Awards’ Best International Hotel/Resort category, honoring outstanding achievements in the meetings and events industry. The Stella Award is a mark of distinction that celebrates venues for their exceptional service, innovative offerings, and top-tier event experiences. Voted on by meeting professionals and judged by a panel of industry experts, this award is a testament to Hard Rock’s unique ability to deliver unforgettable event performances.

The Breakout program at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives takes meetings beyond the ordinary. Offering a mix of creative team-building activities such as Sound of Your Stay®, which allows participants to craft their own soundtracks, and Rock Om®, which blends music and wellness, Hard Rock takes a bold approach to corporate events. The hotel boasts 1,300 square meters of versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, including the CROSSROADS Event Hall, a function lawn, and a poolside terrace, providing the perfect stage for gatherings of any size.

With a focus on delivering experiences that inspire and engage, Hard Rock Hotel Maldives has set a new standard for meetings in paradise. From high-energy brainstorming sessions to elegant evening receptions, the Breakout team ensures every event hits all the right notes. Whether it’s through the hotel’s signature music-infused experiences or its cutting-edge facilities, Hard Rock turns every event into a one-of-a-kind production.

“This award highlights the dedication of our Breakout team, whose creativity and passion ensure that every meeting becomes an event to remember,” states Frederic Lebegue, General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. “Our goal has always been to deliver legendary events that make a lasting impact, and this recognition reinforces our commitment to providing unmatched service and unforgettable experiences for our clients.”

The Stella Awards honor excellence across key industry segments: hotels, convention and conference centers, airlines, cruise lines, and Destination Management Organisations. This year’s winners, selected from more than 8,000 votes and 1,001 nominations, exemplify overall excellence, superb food and beverage offerings, professionalism of staff, sustainability initiatives, and other critical aspects of the meetings and events experience.