Elite Traveler Winter 2024/25

THE DOLDER GRAND,

THE EMORY, THE EMORY

MAESTRO SUITE ZURICH, SWITZERLAND Sitting on the outskirts of Zurich and one of Switzerland’s most storied hotels, The Dolder really is special. Minutes from the city, its elevated setting on a forested hillside and Alpine views give it a resort-like feel (as does its colossal spa with top-tier facilities). Featuring works by the likes of Dalí, its art collection is of museum quality. Eclectic and surprising, the two-bedroom, two-story Maestro Suite was inspired by the conductor Herbert von Karajan; it extends from a central, lighthouse-style tower with showstopper views and packs in plenty of features over its generous 4,300 sq ft. An on-site kitchen means catering for dinner parties is easy; a homey library is a beautiful spot for remote working; and if it’s a bit chilly out on the handsome timber framed terrace, a quick turn in the sauna will leave you nice and toasty. Best for Wellness From $16,750 per night. Contact Fabian Grütter, director of reservations, reservations@thedoldergrand.com, +41 76 352 61 17, thedoldergrand.com

PENTHOUSE LONDON

The Emory in Knightsbridge is the fourth Maybourne hotel to open in London; its siblings are Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley. While there’s nothing as humdrum as an ordinary bedroom in this — or any — high-end hotel, Maybourne has ensured The Emory Penthouse is steps above the rest of the inventory, fi guratively as well as literally. Occupying the entire top fl oor and with interiors by London studio Rigby & Rigby, this two-bedroom aerie features calming golds and creams. It’s huge at 3,229 sq ft but cozy, with an inviting lounge and two eight-seat dining tables (in the lounge and on the terrace), allowing for indoor or outdoor dining. The loveliest feature of all, though, might be the uninterrupted views of Hyde Park’s leafy canopy. You’re in central London, but you could almost have escaped to the country. Best for Wellness From $62,277 per night. Contact Rachel Louis, senior director of sales, ralouis@ maybourne.com, +44 020 7107 8830, the-emory.co.uk

Photo Peter Hebeisen