The public can vote to help decide which restroom will take the title now through August 15 at 12 p.m. ET

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) invites the public to vote for the top nine finalists in the 2025 America’s Best Restroom^® contest. This 24^th annual competition celebrates innovative and hygienic public restrooms across the country, and now it’s time for the public to help decide who will take the crown. Voting is open now through August 15 at www.bestrestroom.com.

“For over two decades, this contest has honored businesses that understand the value of clean and memorable restroom experiences,” said Emily Ramos, Director of Marketing at Cintas. “This year’s finalists showcase the perfect balance of creativity, cleanliness and customer care. We’re excited for the public to help determine the winner.”

The top nine finalists in the 2025 America’s Best Restroom contest include (in alphabetical order):

1. Bear Head Lake State Park (Ely, Minnesota): Nestled within one of Minnesota’s most beloved parks, the restroom and shower building at Bear Head Lake State Park provides more than just function—it offers thoughtful design in a stunning setting. With a fully accessible layout that meets all ADA guidelines, this facility ensures comfort for all visitors. The exterior dishwashing sinks are a camper-friendly touch, providing a convenient space to clean up without trekking back to a waterless site. Surrounded by the serene beauty that earned Bear Head Lake the title of America’s Favorite State Park in 2010, this restroom is proof that practicality and natural beauty can go hand in hand.
2. City of Fruita (Fruita, Colorado): This self-cleaning restroom is a standout example of modern public infrastructure that combines technology, sustainability and practicality. Designed with an automated cleaning system, it sanitizes the toilet and floor after each use, ensuring a consistently hygienic environment with minimal need for manual upkeep. Built from durable, vandal-resistant materials like fiber-reinforced concrete and galvanized steel, and coated with anti-graffiti protection, it’s well-suited for high-traffic areas. The restroom is also ADA-compliant and equipped with safety features, such as automated locking and emergency exits. With energy-efficient LED lighting and low water consumption, the unit supports environmental sustainability.
3. Footprints (Lawrence, Kansas): What was once a cramped, outdated restroom was transformed into a whimsical, locally inspired barn-themed restroom that reflects the rich agricultural heritage of Kansas. Designed and built by local artists and craftsmen, the space features custom ceramic tile work, including farm animals, corncobs and a WREN flour sack that nods to the town’s milling history. With a playful mix of art and history, this memorable restroom turns a necessity into an experience rooted in place, purpose, and pride.
4. Little America Hotel (Salt Lake City, Utah): The restrooms at Little America are designed to leave a lasting impression, including the lobby restroom, often referred to as the iconic Pink Restroom. Wrapped in imported Italian marble and featuring floor-to-ceiling stall doors with crystal chandeliers, it combines elegance with unmatched privacy. Just beyond the stalls, a plush sitting room offers softly lit vanities, French Richelieu furnishings and English wool carpet. The blush-pink palette ties the entire space together, creating a serene, refined atmosphere. Whether dining, shopping or attending an event, guests are sure to remember this serene space as part of the signature Little America charm.
5. Moderne Bar (Orlando, Florida): Step into the spotlight at The Moderne Bar in Orlando, where the restrooms are just as iconic as the cocktails. Featuring striking black-and-white tiling, gleaming gold accents, and elegant marble countertops, the restrooms have become thego-to photo spot for guests looking to capture that perfect glam shot. The restrooms also received a nomination for “Best Bar Restroom” in Orlando Weekly’s annual “Best Of” awards.
6. The Rooftop at Pier 17 (New York, New York): The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City features expansive, luxurious restrooms with stunning panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Designed with both elegance and accessibility in mind, the space includes 75 stalls and well-maintained family-friendly facilities. Smooth concrete walls, soft lighting and stylish ADA-compliant sinks create a clean, modern atmosphere. Natural light pours in from oversized windows, enhancing the airy, open feel of the restroom. The restrooms offer a thoughtful extension of the rooftop’s upscale experience.
7. Rosebrook Lodge (Bretton Woods, New Hampshire): Located at the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa, the award-winning Rosebrook Lodge features restrooms that reflect the elegance and craftsmanship found throughout the property. The entrance welcomes guests with warm wood tones that mirror the lodge’s natural alpine surroundings. Inside, modern finishes like sleek stone flooring, geometric wall tiles and touchless fixtures combine with subtle design accents to create a clean, calming environment. Full-length stall doors, integrated lighting, and stylish mirrors add both privacy and polish. Like the lodge itself, the restrooms balance luxury and functionality with thoughtful design rooted in the surrounding landscape. The Rosebrook Lodge sits atop the Bretton Woods Ski Area’s Skyway Gondola and is a recipient of Hospitality Design’s Awards for Excellence, as well as the American Institute of Architects’ Merit Awards.
8. Tatsu (Dallas, Texas): Every detail matters at Tatsu, including the restroom. From the crystal-clear mirrors to the polished fixtures, the spotless and elegant space echoes the meticulous care shown throughout the meal. A fresh, clean scent creates an inviting and comforting atmosphere for guests. The restroom features a sophisticated Toto toilet and walls adorned with vivid Koi fish, adding a whimsical yet calming touch. The thoughtfully designed restroom reflects Tatsu’s broader commitment to hygiene, especially in the kitchen, where culinary creativity comes to life.
9. Tecolote Shores (San Diego, California): The new restroom at Tecolote Shores in San Diego is designed for functionality and coastal charm. It features eight all-gender restrooms, including two spacious, ADA-accessible family restrooms. Inside, slip-resistant epoxy flooring handles wet, sandy feet. Amenities include an exterior shower, three drinking fountains, a bottle filler, and four sinks. A modern butterfly roof and Pacific blue accents complement the natural CMU block, blending seamlessly with the park’s architecture and capturing that classic San Diego beach vibe.

The top nine finalists were selected based on five key criteria, including cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. The restroom that receives the most votes will win a Cintas UltraClean^® restroom cleaning service and $2,500 in facility services or restroom cleaning from Cintas, in addition to national recognition as a premier public restroom. To view photos of this year’s finalists and vote daily, visit www.bestrestroom.com.

Last year’s winner, Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop, earned the title of America’s Best Restroom for its commitment to cleanliness and comfort, with sparkling fixtures, spacious stalls and fresh amenities that make each pit stop along your adventure a pleasant experience.

The 2025 America’s Best Restroom winner will be announced in the fall. For more information about the contest, please contact Christina Alvarez at [email protected] or (708) 908-0898.

About Cintas Corporation:

Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday^®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.

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