Elite Traveler Winter 2020

Hotel de Paris, Prince Rainer III Suite MONTE CARLO, MONACO One of the most glamorous hotels in one of the most glamorous places on Earth, the Hotel de Paris is an icon. The grand facade dates back to 1864 (the enormous wine cellar, located 40 ft beneath the hotel, has champagne bottles dating back to 1803) but underwent a sensitive renovation that was completed in 2019 and included the unveiling of the grand Prince Rainer III Suite. The exquisite penthouse covers 5,650 sq ft over two floors and has two lavish bedrooms, a library, dining room, office and two lounges (one with a bar). The 32-ft heated counter-current swimming pool overlooks the turreted roof of the Place du Casino and the Mediterranean Sea beyond. Samantha Coles Best feature Unbeatable views and Montblanc pens monogrammed with your initials From $50,750 per night. Contact Ivan Artolli, managing director, resort@sbm.mc, +377 980 630 00, montecarlosbm.com

The Charles Hotel Munich, a Rocco Forte Hotel, Monforte Royal Suite MUNICH, GERMANY The Charles Hotel Munich can be found in a coveted spot opposite the fanciful Alter Botanischer Garten, with both the central Marienplatz square and the museum quarter close by. The Monforte Royal Suite, named for Lord Forte’s birthplace, is a one-bedroom suite with a study, sitting room, dining room with space for eight diners, kitchen and a terrace with views over the city. The master bathroom has a divine freestanding bathtub, two walk-in rain showers and a private steam room. The interiors are exceptional, too: Original artworks by Franz von Lenbach adorn the walls, there’s a grand piano in the sitting room and a curated collection of antiques and objets d’art. Samantha Coles Best feature Suite can be combined with other suites to have exclusive use of the entire top floor From $21,380 per night. Contact Jan Breuer, regional director of reservations, reservations.charles@roccofortehotels.com, +49 895 445 551 430, roccofortehotels.com

Bürgenstock Hotel and Alpine Spa, Presidential Suite LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND Like the rest of the hotel, the Bürgenstock’s Presidential Suite boasts an impeccably stylish finish, with natural quartzite walls and walnut flooring. The stark contrast of the snowcapped mountains outside is seemingly reflected in the suite’s decor, with the dark wood and stone cladding complemented by cool, gray furnishings. Although the inside is undeniably beautiful, the suite’s terrace, with over 1,700 sq ft, is the real star of the show. It has a full dining area and ample lounge space, plus staggering views across Lake Lucerne. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows ensure unobstructed views across the lake for when the Swiss climate doesn’t quite warrant outside lounging. Although the in-suite spa is delightfully private, don’t miss out on the hotel’s impressively sized spa facilities, which include a breathtaking outdoor infinity pool. KimAyling Best feature The in-suite spa with Jacuzzi tub, star ceiling and glass-fronted sauna with spectacular views across Lake Lucerne From$18,000 per night. Contact Sven Flory, director of sales, sales@buergenstock.ch, +41 416 126 000, buergenstock.ch

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, Penthouse BARCELONA, SPAIN

Barcelona is a city of high standards when it comes to architecture, but the Mandarin Oriental certainly passes muster. Located in a former bank on the Passeig de Gracia, it boasts grand interiors that pay homage to its past. Its rooftop bar is certainly one of the city’s places to be seen, but guests staying in the Penthouse can have the cityscape views all to themselves. Occupying the entire top floor of the hotel, this two-bedroom suite’s views are best enjoyed at sunset from one of its two terraces. A private kitchen and dining room for eight guests make it the perfect place to entertain your closest friends. Alex Martin Best feature Expansive views of the city and butler service From $14,200 per night. Contact Jean Philippe Moser, general manager, jpmoser@mohg.com +34 931 518 888, mandarinoriental.com