Elite Traveler July-August 2016

INSPIRE TOP 100 SUITES

Character by Gabriella Le Breton

AUSTRIA PRESIDENTIAL SUITE, PALAIS HANSEN KEMPINSKI, VIENNA This 3,444 sq ft suite is typically Viennese in style: elegant, cosmopolitan and dignified, yet contemporary. From the baby grand piano and vertical garden in the conservatory, to the marble bathroom that overlooks the Ring Boulevard, the presidential suite captures both 1920s glamour and the contemporary zeitgeist. From $7,330 kempinksi.com

NEWZEALAND RHODES SUITE, OTAHUNA LODGE, SOUTH ISLAND Built in 1895 for green-fingered local politician Sir Heaton Rhodes, Otahuna Lodge is set in 30 acres of gardens. The suite consists of four linked rooms including a magical octagonal turret sitting room. Decor is classic British colonial and dining (included in the rate) is a five-course, wine-paired extravaganza. From $1,600 To book, email Hall Cannon hall@otahuna.co.nz

US CLIFF HOUSE, POST RANCH INN, BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA Encapsulating architect Mickey Muennig's style, the semi- circular deck of Cliff House appears suspended above Big Sur's dramatic cliffs. Unbroken views across the Pacific can be enjoyed from the steel hot tub on the terrace, bathroom or custom-made bed. There’s a wood-burning fire and heated floors for chilly evenings. Ideal for stargazing and hikes. From $2,725 postranchinn.com

INDIA MAHARAJAH’S PAVILION, RAJ PALACE HOTEL, JAIPUR Within the former maharajah’s palace built in 1727, the pavilion boasts a private entrance and elevator to access its four floors, spanning 16,000 sq ft. Ancient ivory carvings, Rajasthani artworks and thrones adorn the shimmering suite, which includes a theater, bar, library, rooftop gardens with a private pool and Jacuzzi. From $15,000 To book, email Ankur Rara Jathlia gm@rajpalace.in rajpalace.com

“A gorgeous wraparound rooftop terrace – with a large pool, gazebo, lounging and dining areas – offers mesmerizing views of the Costa Smeralda” Penthouse Suite, Cala di Volpe, Porto Cervo, Sardinia

FRANCE PENTHOUSE SUITE,

ITALY PENTHOUSE SUITE, CALA DI VOLPE, PORTO CERVO, SARDINIA Resembling a crumbling fort, and decorated with furniture and artwork from local artisans, the Penthouse Suite occupies an entire turret (4,850 sq ft) of this hotel, one of Sardinia’s finest. A gorgeous wraparound rooftop terrace – with a large pool, gazebo, lounging and dining areas – offers mesmerizing views of the Costa Smeralda. From $38,040 caladivolpe.com

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US ESTATE SUITE, MEADOWOOD, NAPAVALLEY The 2,140 sq ft Estate Suite is set amid vineyards and lush fairways and offers alfresco dining on its whitewashed wooden terraces, fireside armchairs, indoor and outdoor showers (the latter in a private trellised garden), and a soaking tub for two. The suite is also available as a two-bedroom

HÔTEL MARTINEZ, CANNES This suite pulls serious rank. Taking pride of place in the legendary Hôtel Martinez hotel on the Boulevard de la Croisette, this is one of the largest suites in Europe, at 17,975 sq ft, with the option of three extra rooms. It comes with hot tub, hammam, sauna, butler and views. From $33,800 To book, email Alessandro Cresta cannesmartinez.

LIME WOOD, LYNDHURST A standalone lodge in Lime Wood’s extensive grounds, Pavilion 1 is the quintessence of English country garden perfection. In the fire-warmed master bedroom, the four-post bed and free-standing bath overlook the New Forest, while the downstairs sitting room and bunk bedroom afford views of the kitchen gardens and canals. Comes complete with in-room pantry. From $1,520 limewoodhotel.co.uk

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To book, email Lizzette Hauck, reservations@meadowood.com meadowood.com