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SUITE DREAMS IN EUROPE
WORDS: GEMMA GREENWOOD
SUITE DREAMS IN EUROPE SIX ULTRA-LUXE STAYS, FROM THE PENTHOUSE TO THE PRESIDENTIAL The Dome Penthouse at Hotel Café Royal
LONDON
This suite commands unrivalled views of London’s famous landmarks because it’s one of them. A former fire lookout, atop a Grade II listed building, the legendary Penthouse at the Café Royal has long dominated the skyline of Lower Regent Street. Yet the finest artwork in the suite, is the space itself. Master interior architect Sir David Chipperfield has achieved an ideal balance of historical detail and modern comfort. Spanning three thousand square feet of sophisticated luxury, this threebedroom suite is as theatrical as it is intimate, simple in plan while layered in subtle details.
Like the city that is its muse, the Dome Penthouse is a canvas for imagination. In this unique residence above the capital, guests can be the author of a London dream all of their own. The Dome Penthouse can be extended to the Dome Wing to include 12 guestrooms with private access.
hotelcaferoyal.com
Suite Prince Rainier III at Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
MONACO
Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo held a special place in the life of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace. In 1956, their wedding breakfast was served at the hotel; 20 years later, they celebrated their wedding anniversary there; and in 1974, Prince Rainier celebrated the 25th year of his reign at the property, with great pomp. Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo now pays tribute to Prince Rainier, giving his name to this new, exceptional Suite. e 525 m² Suite Prince Rainier III includes two bedrooms, a large main lounge with a bar area, a smaller lounge and a library, a dining room and an o ce space. Each bedroom has a private bathroom with a steam room shower, a blend of brightness, marble and transparency. e Suite also contains a glass-walled sauna that opens onto the Mediterranean sky. e Suite opens onto a superb 135 m² splitlevel terrace overlooking Place du Casino. e rst level is home to a heated in nity edge swimming pool, framed on either side by a staircase that leads to the lower-level terrace o ering unrivalled views over Place du Casino. A dedicated team of private Clefs d’Or concierges are at the entire disposal suite guests. montecarlosbm.com
Penthouse in town: an exclusive six-bedroom apartment perfect for extraordinary celebrations and bringing together families for an incredible Roman holiday. e crown jewel of the residences is the panoramic terrace with several outlooks over the divine city. From sunbathing on the roo op overlooking Saint Peter’s Dome, yoga sessions and dawn or dusk, and peaceful reading overlooking the Villa Borghese Gardens, to private dinners and parties under the stars with expansive views over the city, this terrace is a venue in its own right. Guests begin the unique experience from the private elevator, which opens directly into the apartment. e terrace lends itself to a myriad of activities from private yoga sessions, to candle lit romantic dinners, to parties with a personal DJ set. For guests wishing to dive into the delights of Roman gastronomy, mixology and cooking classes can be enjoyed from the comfort of the Penthouse Suite. e suites, designed by revered architect Tommaso Zi er and Rocco Forte Hotels’ Director of Design Olga Polizzi, present strong colour schemes with so and bright tones, tactfully combined with an eclectic collection of local contemporary cra smanship, bold furniture, and large digital representations of ancient art and rich tapestries.
roccofortehotels.com
e Penthouse Suite at Hotel De La Ville
ROME
Hotel De La Ville, a Rocco Forte Hotel, o ers the ultimate destination for a panoramic private residence in the heart of the Eternal City. ree suites, Canova, Roma and the Presidential de la Ville combine to create the largest and most spectacular panoramic
e Penthouse Suite at Conservatorium Hotel
AMSTERDAM
This Penthouse Suite is a symphony of cra smanship and iconic design from award-winning architect Piero Lissoni. Every lookout of the suite is a heart-stirring reminder of this contemporaryyet-historical hotel’s distinguished address on Museum Square and wraparound oor-to-ceiling windows showcase the neo-Gothic heritage of the buildings’ original structure. e suite is lled with natural daylight and its spacious living room boasts views of the Rijksmuseum, the lobby and the hotel’s courtyard. With an in-suite kitchenette, large dining table and 80-inch screen, it is ideal for business meetings, social occasions and entertainment. e bedroom features a super-king bed, a walk-in wardrobe and a luxurious bathroom with a rainfall shower, solid stone oval bathtub and double sinks. e suite has its own private li landing and a second entrance to an area for styling with a special make-up desk. e Penthouse Suite sleeps up to four adults. With an additional six separate bedrooms, the entire oor can be reserved exclusively, accommodating up to 17 guests. conservatoriumhotel.com
Conservatorium and culture with the Museum Package
Guests visiting Amsterdam this winter can book the ‘Museum Package’ and receive access to the city’s top cultural attractions while staying at the Conservatorium. Thoughtfully curated for art lovers, the package includes a two-night stay in a deluxe guestroom, as well as two tickets for the Moco Museum, Rijksmuseum or Stedelijk Museum. Guests also enjoy complimentary access to Conservatorium’s Akasha Holistic Wellbeing during their stay. To end on a sweet note, the package indugles guests with a Tea break for two, with a chef’s selection of pastries and scones in the Conservatorium Brasserie. The package is available from AED2,346 (US$639)per night in a deluxe guestroom until December 31.
e Presidential Suite at Ultima Gstaad
SWITZERLAND
Ultima Gstaad’s exquisitely cra ed chalets house 11 re ned suites featuring chicyet-lavish interiors, steam replaces for cosy evenings, and private terraces or balconies with breathtaking views overlooking the Alps. e Presidential Suite at Ultima Gstaad embodies exceptional luxury. As a sumptuous 160-squaremetre apartment, the suite is located on the hotel’s top oor and can be accessed through the hotel or directly by a private elevator from the parking area. It is uniquely designed featuring bold colours throughout. Guests can enjoy views of the mountains and village from the oor-to-ceiling windows and two large terraces with outdoor seating that are accessed via the suite’s two elegant bedrooms. e suite’s entrance opens into a reception area and large lounging space with a steam replace, fully equipped kitchen and an eight-seat dining table, making guests feel entirely at home. Each bedroom includes a king-size bed, writing desk, terrace and a dedicated bathroom, nished in Italian marble with double vanities, a bathtub and a walk-in rain shower. ere is also a guest toilet for added convenience. On-property facilities include a private cinema and a Shisha Bar, both appealing to GCC guests. e hotel is also a great base for skiers, with a ski room for equipment storage and daily courtesy shuttle to the slopes and Gstaad’s centre.
e Kipling Suite at Browns Hotel
LONDON
Located in the heart of Mayfair, e Brown’s Hotel London is known for its fascinating history and distinguished guests since its opening as London’s rst ever hotel in 1837. Brown’s is where Alexander Graham Bell made the rst ever UK telephone call; President Roosevelt stayed on his honeymoon and both Agatha Christie and Rudyard Kipling were so inspired that they penned many of their novels whilst staying here. e Kipling Suite named in celebration of the English author, Rudyard Kipling, who wrote e Jungle Book during one of his many stays at Brown’s Hotel was designed by Olga Polizzi, Rocco Forte Hotels’ Director of Design. It features oor-to-ceiling windows revealing views over Mayfair’s Albemarle Street and the use of English wallpaper and fabrics by designers Lewis & Wood, as well as silk curtain fabric by Manuel Canovas and furniture by Julian Chichester. From the cheeky monkey statue outside the door to a framed handwritten letter from the author himself, there are playful nods to Kipling throughout. A grand entrance hall leads to the commanding sitting room, which beautifully marries period features and antique furnishings with contemporary style. e stunningly appointed bedroom with king-size bed and walk-in wardrobe is accented by the gold and green hand-painted Lewis & Wood wallpaper and one-of-a-kind artwork. e suite’s luxurious Italian Arabescato marble bathroom features a freestanding bath, a double shower and indulgent Irene Forte Skincare toiletries.
