JW Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa at Ko Olina earned the No. 12 sport. The list ranks hotel properties based on several factors, including "the largest collection of qualified traveler reviews on the Web."

"Expedia.com is committed to delivering the tools and information that help people book their trip and travel with confidence, knowing they've selected the best hotel for their trip," said Paul Brown, President, Expedia, Inc. Partner Services Group and Expedia North America.

"The Expedia Insiders' Select gives our customers another powerful way to find the perfect hotel by harnessing the trusted insight of millions of travelers, and the destination expertise Expedia enjoys by having hundreds of employees in local markets across the globe."

The list formally recognizes the hotels that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a notable value. The hotels on the Insiders' Select list represent the top 1 percent of more than 70,000 hotels Expedia.com offers.

The list showcases a diversity of travel destinations, Expedia travelers choose from, ranging from the 4-star colonial-style Cozumel Palace All Inclusive in Mexico (#1) to Budapest's all-suite Starlight Suiten Hotel (#13).