The Spire was named Australasia's leading boutique hotel, New Zealand's leading boutique hotel and New Zealand's leading ski resort hotel at the 2011 World Travel Awards - recognised as the travel industry's "Oscars" - presented recently in Thailand.
The awards celebrate excellence in the global travel and tourism industry and are voted for by travel agents worldwide.
The luxury 10-room property has also been nominated for the WTA's best world boutique hotel, alongside internationally renowned hotels in Hong Kong, Mauritius, Florida, South Africa, Canada and many other international destinations.
Voting is under way, and the winner will be announced soon.
Amelia (24) and Lucy (22) have revitalised the five-star CBD complex since buying it in December 2010.
Lucy said the pair had taken an "avant-garde approach" to the way the hotel was run, and aimed to provide the complete package.
"We have a fantastic team, who all share our passion for the hotel's success.
"The World Travel Awards will reinforce our profile internationally, but just as importantly, they validate the huge effort the whole team has put in over the last year.
"We certainly feel very excited about being listed among some of the better known international properties."Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler paid tribute to The Spire and its operators.
"The Spire is a cool and stylish hotel, with a fantastic future ahead of it.
"It is a leading example within the hospitality industry, providing a personal yet professional service in a sophisticated and contemporary environment," Mr Bowler said.
