El Paso, Texas – Destination El Paso proudly announces five local venues earning top honors in this year’s Stella Awards. The awards recognize the most prestigious winners in the meetings, hospitality and destination marketing industry.

This year’s awards underscore the high value for venues that exemplify excellence in service, innovation and guest experience. Earning a Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Finalist title places each recipient in the national spotlight and celebrates their commitment to setting the standard for quality in the travel and hospitality industry. El Paso’s award-winning venues in the Southwest Region include:

• The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park – Gold Winner for Best Boutique Property

• Hotel Paso Del Norte, Autograph Collection – Silver Winner for Best Hotel

• El Paso Convention Center – Bronze Winner for Best Convention Center

• Visit El Paso – Bronze Winner for Best Destination Marketing Organization

• Stanton House – Bronze Winner for Best Hotel Décor/Design

“These recognitions reflect El Paso’s continued growth as a destination that offers world-class accommodations, modern meeting spaces and exceptional hospitality,” said Jose Garcia, President and CEO of Destination El Paso. “To see five local venues honored among the best in the Southwest is a proud moment for our community and a testament to the passion and professionalism of our local hospitality partners.”

The Stella Awards, presented annually by Northstar Meetings Group, celebrate excellence across the meetings industry, recognizing hotels, convention centers, destination marketing organizations, and other key players that consistently deliver outstanding experiences for planners and guests alike. These new accolades add to Visit El Paso earning the Gold Medal and the El Paso Convention Center earning the Bronze Medal in last year’s Stella Awards. El Paso’s achievements in this year’s awards highlight the city’s growing reputation as a standout destination for meetings, conventions and leisure travel.