Everyone loves a little bit of luxury. But if money was no object where would you find the most expensive hotels in the world?
1. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
Costing around $3 billion to build, Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi comes out at the top of the list.
The hotel boasts marble imported from 13 different countries and over 1,000 Swarovski crystal chandeliers.
Emirates Palace has 394 grand rooms and suites, 40 meeting and conference rooms, a white sand beach, a myriad of pools and fountains, two sumptuous spas,
2. The Westin Excelsior, Rome
The Westin Excelsior in Rome, built in 1906 has an impressive pedigree in the Via Veneto district. Although most of the rooms at the hotel are affordable to the masses, the Villa La Cupola Suite, the largest in the whole of Italy spanning two who floors of the hotel, was renovated at a cost of $7 million.
With cathedral-style domes, modern high-tech gadgets, its own gym and jacuzzi along with a formal dining room for when you want to throw a swanky dinner party, this is definitely a hotel room for those who deem money to be no object.
3. Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai
The stunning architecture of Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai ensures the hotel is one of the most photographed in the world.
All of its luxurious suites span two floors and come with state-of-the art everything.
The roof space contains a helipad and ‘hovering’ tennis courts and with a butler on call 24/7 and a chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce waiting for you out front, its not hard to see why this hotel attracts many VIP’s and even royalty.
4. The Plaza, New York City
You will probably recognise this hotel as the one out of Home Alone 2 but did you know this is one of the favourite hotels in New York for visiting VIP’s?
Built in 1907, and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1969, The Plaza hotels Royal Three Bedroom Suite comes with its own formal dining room for up to 12 guests, a library, a gym, a grand piano and a full kitchen (for your private chef of course)
5. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, California
Guests at the Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in Southern California is the only hotel in the world (we believe) where you can take a newly-released Porsche fort a quick lap around the parking lot. Need we say anymore?
If you are planning a stay at one of the world’s top hotels or anywhere else, Swindon travel professionals, Now Lets Travel will be happy to help on 01793 297 147.
