Elite Traveler Winter 2024/25

LEFAY RESORT & SPA DOLOMITI, ROYAL POOL & SPA SUITE DOLOMITES, ITALY Amid the breathtaking landscape of the Dolomites, Lefay Resort & Spa blends the tranquility mountain scenery with a focus on wellness. The resort has a signature wellness philosophy, blending traditional spa treatments with energy-based therapies and classical Chinese medicine. The hotel’s sprawling spa, one of the largest in the Dolomites, features multiple saunas, a saltwater lake, and indoor and outdoor pools. For the ultimate seclusion, the Royal Pool & Spa Suiteo ff ers a private spa, complete with a bio-sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and relaxation lounge chairs. The one-bedroom suite features a kitchen, dining area and bar, and the suite’s terrace has a heated valley-view whirlpool. Best for Wellness From $3,855 per night. Contact Mirella Prandelli, PR and communication manager, m.prandelli@lefayresorts.com, +39 036 544 1748, dolomiti.lefayresorts.com

LE MEURICE, BELLE ETOILE SUITE PARIS

JOALI BEING, FOUR-BEDROOM WELLBEING PRIVATE OCEAN RESIDENCE MALDIVES

Overlooking Paris’s Jardin des Tuileries, Le Meurice blends 18th-century grandeur with modern comfort. The crown jewel of the hotel is the Belle Etoile Suite, sitting on the hotel’s seventh fl oor. The penthouse suite’s wraparound rooftop terrace o ff ers mesmerizing 360° views over the city and features lush gardens and an outdoor dining area, to ensure guests can enjoy their envy-worthy view in style and comfort. Inside, the suite is equipped with a spacious living area, dining room and a grand master bedroom. The marble bathroom features multiple fl oor-to-ceiling windows, so guests can admire views of the Ei ff el Tower from the whirlpool bath. Best for Views From $28,000 per night. Contact reservations.lmp@dorchestercollection.com, +33 187 1644, dorchestercollection.com

Set above the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean, Joali Being’s four-bedroom residence can accommodate up to 10 guests. Designed to accommodate your own group wellness retreat, the suite o ff ers a private wellness room, sauna and movement zone, and the in fi nity pool is a peaceful spot where you can start your day with tranquil ocean views and end it enjoying golden Maldivian sunsets. During the daytime, Joali Being o ff ers guests of the residence complimentary wellness workshops, with a range of options ranging from tea tastings with an in-house sommelier to group herbology sessions. Best for Wellness From $35,000 per night. Contact reservations.being@joali.com, +960 658 4444, joali.com

LA MAMOUNIA, THE RIADS

MARRAKECH, MOROCCO A palatial gem in the heart of Marrakech, the century-old La Mamounia is a stunning tribute to Moroccan architecture. The hotel’s three riads are centered around a traditional patio and feature a heated pool, three bedrooms and over 7,500 sq ft of living space. Secluded from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, the riads’ private terraces provide the ultimate setting for relaxation, while dining rooms and lounges create an intimate space for gathering. Guests can savor local cuisine prepared in the riads’ kitchens or dine out at one of the hotel’s fi ve restaurants. End the evening with a drink at The Churchill Bar, named in honor of one of the resort’s most notable guests. Best for History From $15,000 per night. Contact Raja Foura, reservations manager, rfoura@mamounia.com, +212 524 388 600, mamounia.com