The PALACE OLD TOWN DUBAI

Set in the splendor and allure of Ancient Arabian, on Old Town Island near Burj Dubai is The Palace Old Town. Its Ancient Arabian architecture and décor mixed with state-of-the-art amenities makes this a luxury hotel indeed. Situated within walking distance of the new Dubai Mall, opening in Sept. 2008, this mall will be one of the largest in the world. Guests will also find Souk Al Bahar with its unique blend of Boutique Shops in a Souk Style Setting nearby. There are plenty of attractions in the area to enjoy. Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, Burj Al Arab, the iconic structure that represents the spirit of Dubai, and the Mall of the Emirates with its own Indoor Ski Resort, Ski Dubai, are all within reach

ASCOT HOTEL

This Georgian-Style Hotel is located in Bur Dubai. Just 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and just 3 km from the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Ascot Hotel caters to the business traveler. With its elegant lobby, well-designed rooms, and gourmet restaurants, the Ascot focuses on comfort and style. Guests will find plenty in the area to keep themselves entertained. Shopping Malls abound, those who love to shop will not be disappointed with Wafi City, Deira City Centre, and the up-scale BurJuman all in close proximity. Dubai Creek has a lot to offer, enjoy a stroll on the banks as you watch the “Abras”, water taxis grace its waters, or enjoy a romantic Dinner Cruise on board a “Dhow”. Experience true Arabian Souks by visiting the Gold and Spice Souks in Deira. Learn about Dubai’s rich cultural history at the Dubai Museum and the Heritage Village. For those that love the sun and sand, the Ascot Hotel offers its guests access to Beach Facilities as well as a number of amenities such as a Swimming Pool, and Spa at its affiliate hotel, Royal Ascot, located adjacent to the Ascot. Guests can also take in the extravagant musicals performed each day at the Dubai Music Hall, also located at the Royal Ascot. The hotel offers a number of restaurants specializing in Lebanese, Japanese, Russian and Thai Cuisines

AL MUROOJ ROTANA HOTEL

Overview
Ideally located near the Dubai International Financial City and the Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, this 5-Star Hotel is just a 10 minute drive from Dubai International Airport. Noted for its architecture, it is considered to be a city landmark. The tropical atmosphere of its lobby leaves a wonderful first impression. The Al Murooj Rotana Hotel received the 2008 MENA Award for the “Best Conference/Convention Hotel” with its state-of-the-art facilities. With its central location, guests can get around the city reasonably well. Guests wanting to focus on the Business and Commercial District, will find the Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai’s International Exhibition Centre, and a number of great shopping venues such as the up-scale BurJuman Centre, and Wafi City. For those who enjoy the water, Jumeirah Beach where you can find the Burj Al Arab, the famous iconic structure representing Dubai, and the Wild Wadi Waterpark. The famous Palm Jumeirah, known as the 8th Wonder of the World is also worth seeing

Down Town Burj Dubai

Located on the doorsteps of the famous Burj Dubai, touted as the tallest building in the world, stands the 63 story hotel known as The Address. This 5-Star Flagship Hotel, offers state-of-the-art facilities along with quality customer service. This hotel’s central location in the city, allows guests easy access to many of Dubai’s fine attractions. Situated near the hotel, is the Dubai Mall. Upon its opening in Nov 2008, the Dubai Mall will be the largest in the world, housing the world’s largest aquarium and the world’s largest Gold Souk. Also, nearby guests will find the famous Burj Al Arab, with its iconic structure that represents the Spirit of Dubai, and the world-renown Palm Jumeirah, the first of the Palm Trilogy man-made islands, and home to the new Atlantis Hotel with its renowned AquaVenture Waterpark where you can experience a swim with the dolphins

GRANDEUR HOTEL

Situated near the popular Mall of the Emirates in the Al Barsha District, the Grandeur Hotel offers a convenient location. The Business Traveler will appreciate its close proximity to the Dubai Media and Internet Cities, and the Jebel Ali Freezone. For those on a leisure trip, there is plenty to be found in the area. The Mall of the Emirates not only offers great shopping, but it also houses its own Indoor Ski Resort, Ski Dubai. Shopping is a major “Sport” in Dubai, and they have the malls to prove it, each offering something unique to its visitors. The Ibn Battuta Mall offers a beautifully unique designed interior. The Madinat Jumeirah with its boutique shops nestled in its Souk-Style Setting filled with beautiful waterways is also quite enjoyable. Also, opening in Nov. 2008 is the anticipated Dubai Mall. Upon its opening it will be touted as the world’s largest mall with the world’s largest Gold Souk, and the world’s largest aquarium

Hotels Dubai

The PALACE OLD TOWN DUBAI

Set in the splendor and allure of Ancient Arabian, on Old Town Island near Burj Dubai is The Palace Old Town. Its Ancient Arabian architecture and décor mixed with state-of-the-art amenities makes this a luxury hotel indeed. Situated within walking distance of the new Dubai Mall, opening in Sept. 2008, this mall will be one of the largest in the world. Guests will also find Souk Al Bahar with its unique blend of Boutique Shops in a Souk Style Setting nearby. There are plenty of attractions in the area to enjoy. Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, Burj Al Arab, the iconic structure that represents the spirit of Dubai, and the Mall of the Emirates with its own Indoor Ski Resort, Ski Dubai, are all within reach. Take a journey to The Palm Jumeirah, known as the 8th Wonder of the World, or visit the Jumeirah Beach with its beautiful white sands

OLD TOWN

After a long hard day of playing, guests can take in a bit of pampering at the hotel’s spa. With over 800 sqm. of space and a vast array of therapies and treatments to relax and rejuvenate the body and the spirit. The Palace Old Town Dubai offers 3 restaurants serving Argentinean Grill, Thai Seafood and Middle Eastern Cuisine. There are also 4 Bars/Lounges for guests to enjoy an evening cocktail.

The PALACE

Take a journey to The Palm Jumeirah, known as the 8th Wonder of the World, or visit the Jumeirah Beach with its beautiful white sands. Business Travelers will find that the Dubai’s Business and Commercial District of Bur Dubai with the Dubai World Trade Centre, and Dubai’s International Exhibition Centre is just a 10 15 minute drive. Golf lovers will also find the Emirates Golf Club, home of the Dubai Classic, a short drive away. For some Family Fun, experience the Wild Wadi Waterpark in Jumeirah Beach. Let the hotel assist you in setting up a Tour Excursion. Experience a Sightseeing Tour of Dubai that takes you to all Dubai’s main attractions and historical sites. The more adventurous guests can experience a Desert Safari where they can ride the dunes, ride a camel, or take in a bit of Sandboarding

The PALACE OLD TOWN DUBAI

Set in the splendor and allure of Ancient Arabian, on Old Town Island near Burj Dubai is The Palace Old Town. Its Ancient Arabian architecture and décor mixed with state-of-the-art amenities makes this a luxury hotel indeed. Situated within walking distance of the new Dubai Mall, opening in Sept. 2008, this mall will be one of the largest in the world. Guests will also find Souk Al Bahar with its unique blend of Boutique Shops in a Souk Style Setting nearby. There are plenty of attractions in the area to enjoy. Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, Burj Al Arab, the iconic structure that represents the spirit of Dubai, and the Mall of the Emirates with its own Indoor Ski Resort, Ski Dubai, are all within reach

ASCOT HOTEL

This Georgian-Style Hotel is located in Bur Dubai. Just 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and just 3 km from the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Ascot Hotel caters to the business traveler. With its elegant lobby, well-designed rooms, and gourmet restaurants, the Ascot focuses on comfort and style. Guests will find plenty in the area to keep themselves entertained. Shopping Malls abound, those who love to shop will not be disappointed with Wafi City, Deira City Centre, and the up-scale BurJuman all in close proximity. Dubai Creek has a lot to offer, enjoy a stroll on the banks as you watch the “Abras”, water taxis grace its waters, or enjoy a romantic Dinner Cruise on board a “Dhow”. Experience true Arabian Souks by visiting the Gold and Spice Souks in Deira. Learn about Dubai’s rich cultural history at the Dubai Museum and the Heritage Village. For those that love the sun and sand, the Ascot Hotel offers its guests access to Beach Facilities as well as a number of amenities such as a Swimming Pool, and Spa at its affiliate hotel, Royal Ascot, located adjacent to the Ascot. Guests can also take in the extravagant musicals performed each day at the Dubai Music Hall, also located at the Royal Ascot. The hotel offers a number of restaurants specializing in Lebanese, Japanese, Russian and Thai Cuisines

AL MUROOJ ROTANA HOTEL

Overview
Ideally located near the Dubai International Financial City and the Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, this 5-Star Hotel is just a 10 minute drive from Dubai International Airport. Noted for its architecture, it is considered to be a city landmark. The tropical atmosphere of its lobby leaves a wonderful first impression. The Al Murooj Rotana Hotel received the 2008 MENA Award for the “Best Conference/Convention Hotel” with its state-of-the-art facilities. With its central location, guests can get around the city reasonably well. Guests wanting to focus on the Business and Commercial District, will find the Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai’s International Exhibition Centre, and a number of great shopping venues such as the up-scale BurJuman Centre, and Wafi City. For those who enjoy the water, Jumeirah Beach where you can find the Burj Al Arab, the famous iconic structure representing Dubai, and the Wild Wadi Waterpark. The famous Palm Jumeirah, known as the 8th Wonder of the World is also worth seeing

AL MANZIL HOTEL - DUBAI

Contemporary Furnishings in an Ancient Arabic-Style Architecture brings together the charm of old and new in this hotel located in the fashionable “Old Town” near the tallest building in the world, the Burj Dubai. Enjoy the splendor and allure of its elaborate latticework and fine woven carpets. The Al Manzil Hotel is a deluxe 4 star hotel that really provides value for your money. It houses the new “Souk Al Baher”, a traditional Arabic-Style Shopping Mall and is near the Dubai Mall, touted as the largest mall in the world, opening in August 2008. Also nearby is the famous Mall of the Emirates which houses the famous Indoor Ski Resort known as Ski Dubai

465 GREAT NORTH ROAD, Grey Lynn, New Zealand

Quality Inn West End Hotel Information

This Quality Inn is located one mile from the Auckland Zoo, and is approximately 15 miles from Auckland International Airport. Local attractions include Parnell Village, approximately three miles away, and shopping on Queen Street, located one mile from the property.

Hotel amenities include a restaurant and bar, afternoon tea, safe deposit box, babysitting services, indoor swimming pool, microwave rental, cocktail hours, parking, elevator, secretarial services, copy and fax machines, and laundry facilities.

Guest rooms feature telephones, irons and ironing boards, free coffee, room service, and free weekday newspapers. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.


28-30 Regent Street, Sydney, Australia



Leisure Inn Central Hotel Information

A well located, boutique-budget property. Clean, comfortable and modern. Good choice for budget traveller. MN1108.

A purpose built, medium rise building.

The rooms are very comfortable and were completely refurbished in 2008, so feature contemporary design and modern conveniences. All rooms have double glazed windows for extra privacy, flat screen LCD televisions with foxtel, individually controlled air-conditioning, large writing desks with plenty of power points for mobile devices, including wired and unwired internet access.

There is no restaurant onsite, however the hotel is situated in a thriving part of town where there are plenty of restaurants and cafes near by to suit all budgets and tastes.

The lobby has been refurbished and is well lit, small and functional, with some seating and after hours secure access.

This hotel is very conveniently located adjacent to Central Station, and is close to Chinatown, the University of Technology Sydney, Broadway shopping centre and many other dining and entertainment venues.

445 Rexdale Boulevard, Toronto, Canada, M9W 6K5

Comfort Hotel Toronto Airport North Information

The Comfort Hotel Airport North is a great value hotel offering comfortable accommodation for both the business and leisure travellers alike. Located across the street from Woodbine Racetrack and Slots and the Woodbine Centre and with Pearson International airport just 10 minutes away and downtown Toronto just 25 minutes away, all in all this is a great location. The 175 guest rooms are equipped with wireless Internet, voicemail, hairdryers, iron and ironing boards, coffee maker and weekday newspaper and have two queen beds that can accommodate up to quad occupancy based on sharing existing beds. After an invigorating workout in the fitness centre why not take a dip in the indoor pool or relax in the whirlpool bath. Guests can also enjoy a meal in the Swiss Pick Restaurant and lounge. The hotel offers overnight car parking and a free airport shuttle (on request to the hotel directly). This property will become entirely non-smoking as of November 1, 2008.


1335 Howe Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z 1R7


Quality Hotel - Inn at False Creek Information

The Inn at False Creek, a Quality Hotel, is located in downtown Vancouver, just minutes from False Creek, Granville Island, English Bay and Yaletown. Shopping and dining opportunities are just minutes away. Standard rooms at this 157-room property can accommodate up to four persons based on sharing two queen beds. Other features at the hotel are a comfortable warm Santa Fe decor complete with Mexican art and pottery, an in-house restaurant offering West Coast cuisine, a comfortable lounge and an outdoor pool available from May to October.

2 Place de la Defense, Paris, 92053

Hilton Paris La Defense Hotel Information

Located just five minutes from The Champs Elysees, at the foot of La Grande Arche, on the parvis of La Defense and in the very heart of the CNIT, the Hotel Hilton Paris La Defense is the ideal location for your business. Our 148 rooms provide all the services expected for a nice stay. Our Classic Rooms have been entirely redesigned, refurbished and decorated with the needs of the most discerning business traveller in mind. Your room will provide pampering articles such as a hair-dryer, an ironing-board, a game console, a TV, a radio, tea & coffee making facilities...For business travellers, the large desk will provide you a nice working environment, with its data port and High speed Internet Access.


40 Av de la Fosse des Pressoirs, Val de France, Marne la Vallee, 77703


Dream Castle Hotel Information

The four-star Dream Castle Hotel, built in the style of France's famous Loire Valley castles, does justice to its name. This grand castle themed hotel is set in a peaceful surrounding and is only 8 minutes from the Disneyland Resort Paris gates, so step in and experience a world of fairytales, legends and fun. The hotel offers top class facilities and a regular complimentary shuttle service carries guests from the hotel to the park comfortably and free of charge. (Guests booking triple and quad rooms should note that these will contain 1 king size bed and 2 bunk beds).

222 Marylebone Road, London, NW1 6JQ

Landmark Hotel (Standard Room) Information

The Landmark's soaring atrium with 40ft palm trees is an oasis of tranquillity. The newest of London's 5 star properties was once a railway hotel and since its opening in 1993 the hotel has enjoyed increasing acclaim. Within convenient reach of London's West End and the City, The Landmark has excellent facilities including indoor pool, sauna, steam room and massage room, along with a fully equipped supervised gym. All bedrooms are luxurious with large marble bathrooms, bathrobes, toiletries and hairdryer, TV, radio, high speed internet access, phone, fax. For dining you have the choice of the idyllic Winter Garden or Cellars Pub, plus extensive 24 hour room service. (Please note The Health Club and Spa will be closed from 3rd December 2006 for Renovation works for approx 5 months).

8-18 London Bridge St, London, SE1 9SG



London Bridge Hotel Information

"Where history meets hospitality" is more than the motto of this truly remarkable centrally located hotel, it is a statement of intent. The hotel stands on a site that has a heritage dating back to Roman Britain, and many unearthed artefacts are proudly displayed in the Museum of London. There are a multitude of attractions and experiences to be enjoyed nearby; take a trip back in time with a visit to Shakespeare's Globe or join the ultra hip with a visit to the Tate Modern art gallery. The Thames Path is near to the hotel and a relaxing walk along the River Thames is particularly recommended in the summer months, whilst a spin on the London Eye will provide spectacular views of a truly great city at any time of year. The hotel prides itself on high quality service and all rooms have private bathroom, satellite TV, radio, high speed internet access, mini-bar, hairdryer, trouser press, iron and board, safe and tea/coffee making facilities.

45 East 45th street, New York, NY 10017

Roosevelt Hotel Information

The Roosevelt hotel enjoys an ideal location! Nestled among the Empire State Building, 5th Avenue shopping and the world-famous shows on Broadway, guests are only steps away from the action found within the heart of the city that never sleeps. Its historic heritage is reflected in the meticulously restored interiors, designed to capture the original architecture and offer modern-day amenities. Each of the 1,015 well-appointed rooms, including 52 luxurious suites, has new HD flat screen TVs, wireless internet access, dual telephone lines with voice mail, dataport capabilities, individual climate control, cable television and hairdryers, and irons and boards to assure that guests have all the comforts of home. Stay with the Roosevelt hotel and experience why this famous hotel has been called the "Grand Dame of Madison Avenue" since 1924.


319 WEST 48TH STREET, New York, NY, 10036


Belvedere Hotel Information

The Belvedere Hotel is situated in the heart of Manhattan's Theater District, three blocks from Rockefeller Center, and approximately eight miles from LaGuardia Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 15 miles from the hotel. This location is also five blocks from Radio City Music Hall, six blocks from Times Square and Carnegie Hall, 11 blocks from Columbus Circle, and one mile from Grand Central Terminal, Madison Square Garden, and the Empire State Building.

Hotel amenities include the Belvedere Cafe, Be Bar & Lounge, and self-service business center. The hotel also offers concierge assistance, 24-hour doorman service, valet laundry service, and a gift shop. Wireless Internet access is available in rooms and public areas. Check-in time at the hotel is 4pm.

All rooms feature air-conditioning, dataports, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers, cable TV, and kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators. This is a nonsmoking hotel.

Children 12 and under stay for free in same room with existing bedding. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.

Kudai Road, P.o.box 9991, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Le Meridian Towers Hotel Information

THIS IS VERY GOOD BRAND NEW HOTEL WITH A GOOD LOCATION VERY COMFORTABLE AND MODERN HOTEL OFFER FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO THE HOLLY MOSQUE FOR THE PRAYERS .RD07/08.

TALL HIGH RISE MODERN BUILDING.

MEDIUM IN SIZE VERY WELL FURNISHED UP TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ALL ROOMS WITH A STANDING SHOWER,CERAMIC BATH , SMALL SEATING AREA IN THE ROOM AND DARK COLOUR BED.

HOTEL MAIN RESTAURANT SERVES AN INTERNATIONAL CUISINE FOR ALL MEALS.

MEDIUM IN SIZE WITH DARK BROWN COLOUR RECEPTION DESK, EQUIPPED WITH A WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE.

**FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO THE HOLLY MOSQUE AVAILABLE** LOCATED AT KUDAI AREA 15 MINUTES WALK FROM THE HOLLY MOSQUE.


Al Mankhool Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai City, United Arab Emirates



Panorama Hotel Information

A nice small hotel right in one of the main shopping streets of Bur Dubai. This property offers good value for money in a central location; however it can be recognised as a night spot and may not be ideal for families. (MK 07/07).

This modern block building has no outstanding features.

The rooms are carpeted and have split airconditioning. All rooms have private bath, colour television with satellite transmission, mini-fridge, international direct-dial telephone and balcony. All are in good condition.

There are three dining outlets: a 24-hour coffee shop, an English pub and a nightclub.

The reception to the left of the medium-sized lobby, with plenty of casual seating to the right.

The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Bur Dubai City on Al Mankhool Road next to Al Khaleej Center. It is an 8 km drive from Dubai International Airport, 5 minutes¿ drive to Trade Center, 5 minutes to the commercial area and 7 minutes away from the beach. Bank Street is just 2 minutes by foot.

UK Luxury Hotels "Auchen Castle Hotel"

Auchen Castle Hotel is located in the borders of Scotland not far from Gretna Green and Robert Burns Country. Offering excellent service, great cuisine and a unique setting, Auchen Castle will make your stay a memorable one. All twenty five bedrooms are individually furnished, some with four poster beds, all with fabulous views. Experience wonderful food in the award winning restaurant with something to suit all tastes and an excellent wine list to complement your meal. A perfect venue for weddings and corporate events. The castle can also be hired on an exclusive basis for the ultimate in personal attention.

Royal Villa at Grand Resort Lagonissi,Athens, Greece

The Grand Resort’s Royal Villa gives the world’s most exclusive guests a private version of everything imaginable. The only other people lucky guests have to see while secluded in their heated pool, steam room or private beach is the suite’s dedicated butler, chef and pianist.

ugh Hefner Sky Villa, Palms Casino Resort,Las Vegas

What does $40,000 buy? If you're an average American, it's nearly your annual household income. If you're a well-heeled traveler, it's one night at the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa, a two-story, 10,000-square-foot hideaway with a $700,000 cantilevered Jacuzzi that juts over the Las Vegas Strip, a rotating bed beneath a mirrored ceiling and around-the-clock butler service.

The Playboy-themed digs, which opened last fall at the Palms Casino Resort (www.palmsfantasy.com), is the most expensive of 101 hotel suites featured in a just-released annual survey by Elite Traveler (www.elite-travelerdigital.com), whose readers make more than $5 million a year. Southland hotels on the list include the Hotel Bel-Air, the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons hotel. In last year's survey, top-priced rooms cost a mere $25,000 per night.

Ty Warner Penthouse, Four Seasons,New York

The Ty Warner Penthouse practically floats in Manhattan. Floor-to-ceiling windows surround all sides of the massive suite, surrounding guests in 360-degree views of the city skyline from atop Manhattan’s tallest hotel. The nine-room suite has walls inlayed with mother of pearl, gold and platinum-woven fabrics, and the room itself includes a private butler, unlimited global calling and TVs programmed to receive every channel in the entire world.

Royal Penthouse Suite, President Wilson Hotel,Geneva, Switzerland

Previously known as the Imperial, the Royal Penthouse Suite at the President Wilson Hotel in Geneva is Wealth-Bulletin’s second most expensive hotel room in the world – and only $1,000 cheaper than the Ty Warner Penthouse.

Apart from its sumptuous luxury, the Royal Penthouse Suite, which overlooks Lake Geneva, has an emphasis on security. All doors and windows are bulletproof, and the suite comes with its own private lift.

Not much is known about the Royal Penthouse, largely because the hotel staff are reluctant to publicise it. But one insider said the suite is almost exclusively reserved for heads of state and celebrities. “Bookings are almost exclusively through the hotel’s chairman”, he said.

Bridge Suite at The Atlantis,Paradise Island, Bahamas

Though it was mysteriously absent from the Travel Channel's list of the most expensive hotel suites, the Atlantis Bridge Suite. Perhaps they did not consider the possibility that a hotel would charge an astounding $25,000 per night for a suite. The Atlantis is a premier destination in the Bahamas, known for its spectacular architecture and huge casino. The suite has 10 rooms, including a 1,250-square-foot living room with grand piano and twin entertainment centers, a dining room with a 22-karat gold chandelier and bedrooms with wardrobes so large "you could drive a car into them." The suite has a full kitchen and a permanent staff of seven, who access the rooms via a private entrance. There are 12-foot high ceilings throughout with full length windows and the suite's location is on the bridge that spans across the 23rd floor of the resort's two towers gives it the most spectacular views money can buy. Celebrity guests have included Michael Jackson, Oprah, Celine Dion and Bill Gates, but if you spend enough at the casino, the staff might just be able to fit you in for a night.

Ritz-Carlton Suite, The Ritz-Carlton,Moscow, Russia

Floor-to-ceiling windows outline the Ritz-Carlton Suite at the hotel chain’s Moscow location. Imperial furniture fills the 2,500 square-foot suite, which comes with a heated floor, a grand piano and a library. The suite has views of the Kremlin, Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral and visitors get to enjoy five meals a day and their very own KGB-approved autonomous energy supply system and secure telecommunications array.
Guest Room Features & Amenities

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Evening turndown service
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24-hour in-room dining
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Fully stocked Honor Bar
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CD/DVD player
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Frette linens and the Ritz-Carlton signature featherbeds
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Electronic fingertip panels for controlling lighting and curtains
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Marble bathrooms
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Bulgari bath essentials
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Lighted makeup mirror, hair dryer and scale
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Plush terry robes
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Complimentary high-speed Internet access
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Computer and fax hook-up and dataport
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Multi-line telephones with voicemail and cordless telephones
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In-room safe with power outlet for laptops
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Complimentary morning newspaper
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Complimentary overnight shoeshine

Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab,Dubai, United Arab Emirates

If Elton John and Donatella Versace teamed up to create a hotel, it would probably look a lot like Dubai's Burj Al Arab, which describes itself as "tremendously bold." The hotel's two Royal Suites are a gleeful explosion of all things gold, glittery and marble. Then again, what would you expect from a hotel that is shaped like a billowing sail and is the tallest hotel in the world (1,053 feet high, only slightly smaller than the Empire State Building)?

To put the Royal Suites in context, the Burj Al Arab also has its own submarine ride to an underwater restaurant complete with shark-infested aquarium, and it is built on top of a manmade island (merely crossing the bridge will cost you $55). Guests are met at the airport in a Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. The two Royal Suites, located on the 25th floor, are split-level rooms joined by a private elevator. The rooms feature a private cinema, whirlpool baths and rotating beds. Each room also has a meeting room, dining room, dressing room and butler's room with a separate entrance. The décor is a mix of Greek, Arabic and over-the-top Italian as interpreted by Versace (some of the bed linens are indeed Versace).

Royal Armleder Suite, Le Richemond,Geneva, Switzerland

Rocco Forte's Le Richemond is entering the final stage of its renovation. The hotel will re-open on 21 September 2007 with a new seventh floor, which will be entirely dedicated to a Royal Suite, named the Armleder Suite, after the family that formerly owned Le Richemond.

The huge Armleder Suite is a truly flexible space. A huge living area (measuring 70 square metres) can be linked to one, two or three junior suites, thanks to a series of doors along a central corridor. When all three suites are booked, the Armleder Suite covers 250 square metres.

The living area is perfect for entertaining. Light and airy, it offers every home comfort, including a real log fire, perfect for warming the cockles after a day's skiing in Chamonix. The contemporary design is paired with Art Deco and classic touches, in the shape of original works of arts, an eclectic collection of antiques and some furniture that has been designed for the space by the designer John Stefanidis.

Rich and sensual materials have been used in the soft furnishings, while the room itself is decorated with marble, gold, mosaics and parquet flooring. All the latest technology is a given and all the windows on this top floor are bullet proof, while luxurious highlights include a private sauna and under floor heating.

An additional 100 square metres of terrace wraps around the entire seventh floor and has stunning views over the old part of the city to Lake Geneva and the Alps, with Mont Blanc in the distance, to one side and vistas of the Jura Mountains to the other side. Stylish furnishings adorn the terraces.