Elite Traveler May-June 2017
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Harlequin Suite THE DORCHESTER
Channel Hollywood glamour while in London? When this is the room Elizabeth Taylor stayed in when she found out that she was starring in Cleopatra , why not? There’s a chandelier by Metalarté inspired by her famous jewelry collection, and a wild second bathroom that retains the original pink marble that was installed just for her. And even if you aren’t entranced by Ms Taylor, the suite has plenty of luxurious features on offer. One of three roof suites, the floor-to-ceiling windows fill the suite with light and there is a large terrace overlooking Hyde Park. The suite comprises two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, living room with silk-lined walls, dining room with bespoke chandelier and bar. Special amenities 24-hour butler service, packing and unpacking services, round-trip airport transfers, bottle of Dom Pérignon and welcome drink on arrival, fresh flowers, fresh fruit and treats, Guerlain welcome amenities, complimentary Wi-Fi Size 1,650 sq ft
Number of bedrooms Two Nightly rate from $6,437 Contact Robert Whitfield, general manager, info.tdl@dorchestercollection.com, +44 207 317 6530, thedorchester.com
Royal Suite THE LANESBOROUGH
Enter the Royal Suite at The Lanesborough through a set of impressive double doors and you will feel as if you have stepped back in time into an important royal residence. Here, recently refurbished period decor from Alberto Pinto meets state-of-the-art technology. Each room in the seven-bedroom suite has its own look, from the regal black-and-white master bedroom to the blue-and-gold living room and the rich red study. Classic paintings, antiques and sumptuous fabrics fill the space and beautifully framed floor-to-ceiling windows overlook Buckingham Palace Gardens. There’s a large entrance hall, two living rooms and dining room for 12 with a connecting butler’s pantry for discreet service. Special amenities 24-hour butler service, packing and unpacking services, personalized stationery and business cards, chauffeur- driven Rolls-Royce Phantom, access to fitness club and spa, Roja Dove amenities, complimentary Wi-Fi and movies Size 4,800 sq ft
Number of bedrooms Seven Nightly rate from $22,000 Contact Geoffrey Gelardi, managing director, reservations@lanesborough.com, +44 207 259 5599, lanesborough.com
Photo Barbara Kraft
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