NANAIMO, BC (April 17, 2026) — The British Columbia Hotel Association (BCHA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 BCHA Awards of Excellence. Recognized by peers and industry leaders at the Awards of Excellence Gala on April 15 during the BCHA Summit in Nanaimo, this year’s recipients represent the highest standard of hospitality across British Columbia.
Selected from a strong group of finalists, seven individuals, teams, and properties were honoured for their leadership, performance, and commitment to excellence in the industry. The full list of 2026 BCHA Awards of Excellence winners is as follows:
Accommodation of the Year
The Parkside Hotel & Spa (pictured)
Housekeeping Excellence
Summerland Waterfront Resort Hotel
Hotelier of the Year
David MacKenzie, Owner & Managing Director, Pemberton Valley Lodge
Sustainability Champion
The Parkside Hotel & Spa (pictured)
Leader of the Future
Savannah Cannatella, Director of Rooms, Magnolia Hotel & Spa
Guest Service Excellence
Guest Experience Team, Nimmo Bay Resort
Culinary Excellence
Danai Hongwanishkul, Executive Chef, Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa
For the full list of finalists and more details, visit the official BCHA Summit website: https://bcha.com/bchasummit/