Our lives are increasingly getting more and more hectic in this rapidly globalizing world. It is often difficult for us to find the time to just relax and chill. Vacations are a distant thought; even weekends are often full of work and stress.
In this atmosphere, we often opt for a ‘stay-vacation’ at a hotel or a resort over a day or weekend. If you are a corporate go-getter and in town for work, or have money to splurge, then you may find a short break in luxurious hotels to be a heavenly escape. These hotels are also perfect for a vacation with family and friends.
Here are. the top 5 most luxurious hotels in the world.
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Number 5. Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas.
The Caribbean is the best place to go to unwind, relax and enjoy an exotic, grand vacation. The best place in the Caribbean to do just that is the Atlantis Paradise Island luxury resort and hotel located in The Bahamas.
The hotel is spread across 141 acres and features a host of facilities like an 18-hole golf course, 11 pools, a spa, a water park, yoga and Pilates studio, tennis courts, and a wide variety of nightlife options.
The premier suite in the hotel is the Royal Towers Bridge suite. Located on the 23rd floor, the suite features full-sized mirrors and windows for stunning views, 12 feet ceilings, 10 chic rooms, twin entertainment areas, and a large dining room with a gold chandelier. Guests of this suite can avail of the services of a permanent staff of attendants and butlers.
Number 4. The Plaza in New York City, United States
Often seen in big Hollywood blockbusters, The Plaza is one of the most iconic luxury hotels in the world. It was constructed in 1907 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1969. Located in midtown Manhattan, it is at a convenient distance from the Rockefeller Center, Central Park, New York City Center, and the Radio City Music Hall.
NYC is home to numerous high-end luxury hotels but The Plaza is often the Numero Uno choice for VIP visitors. It has hosted world leaders, Hollywood celebrities, royalty, and other dignitaries from around the world for more than 100 years.
The hotel has classic, stylish, and opulent décor. The Royal Three Bedroom Suite is the preferred choice of the rich and the famous. It has old-world elegance and features a large dining room, a majestic piano, a gym, a library, a private elevator, and a kitchen to be used by personal chefs of guests. Guests can also avail of the hotel’s butler service.
Number 3. Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai, UAE
This is a stunning Middle East luxury hotel that makes it to this list. The Burj Al Arab features spectacular architecture and is built to look like a billowing yacht sail. It is the seventh tallest resort & hotel and one of the most photographed structures in the world. Even though it has the highest 5 star rating, it is typically regarded as a 7 Star hotel.
Every room in the hotel is a luxury suite spread across 2 floors. Each room offers stunning views, 24 carat gold leaves walls, state-of-the art furnishings, and Hermes full-sized amenities. The outrageously extravagant hotel even has hovering tennis courts as playground for the rich and royal and a rooftop helipad.
Guest care is ultra luxurious and intensive. There is a wide variety of nightlife and futuristic dining options available for all guests. There is even a pillow menu featuring 9 types of pillows to choose from. Also, there are upscale add-ons like 24/7 on-call personal butlers, in-suite check-ins, and chauffer driven service in a fleet of Rolls Royce.
Number 2. The Westin Excelsior in Rome, Italy
Located in the historical Via Veneto district in Rome, The Westin Excelsior was constructed way back in 1906. Thus, it is not just a luxury hotel but also a prized heritage landmark in the city known for its elegance and sophistication. If you want to indulge in Italian opulence, then this is the place to stay.
The luxury hotel has indoor pools designed like Pompeian baths, Empire era styled furniture, bohemian chandeliers, and grand rooms with serene views of the city. It is famous for the lounge bar Café Doney which offers varied entertainment options, including opera singers during Sunday brunches.
A good thing about the hotel is that most of the rooms are fairly affordable. Hence you can get to enjoy the lavishness even if you are on a budget. However, the rich and the famous like to stay at the uber luxurious Villa La Cupola Suite.
The Villa La Cupola Suite was renovated recently for a price of over $6.9 million. The opulent suite is spread across 2 floors which makes it the largest hotel room in the country. The suite features cathedral-style hand-frescoed domes, old style furnishings, and all possible advanced gadgetry and facilities. It also has a dining room, a Jacuzzi, and a private workout section.
And Number 1 is, Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Constructed at a cost of around $3 billion, the Emirates Palace is a high-end luxury hotel that offers a life of indulgence. It is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi in the Middle East.
This breathtaking fortress of pleasure comprises of over 390 lavish rooms and suits with the most comfortable beds and amazing garden views, a myriad of fountains and pools, over 990 chandeliers of Swarovski crystal, over 39 conference and meeting rooms, and imported marble from countries across the world. The iconic hotel also features one of the most exalted marina developments in the region.
You can spend the entire day at any one of the two opulent spas and get pampered like royalty. You can also soak up the sun and get a tan on the 1.29 km of private white sandy beach. Additionally, there is an array of delectable cuisines from around the world at your beck and call.
The sumptuous and decadent surroundings at the Emirates Palace would have definitely pleased any monarch from the past. The plethora of modern amenities and technology at this grand hotel will surely fulfill all the needs of a business tycoons.
