Elite Traveler July-August 2017

INSPIRE TOP 100 SUITES

Penthouse MANDARIN ORIENTAL, BARCELONA, SPAIN Barcelona combines the best of all worlds — situated alongside theMediterranean sea, the Catalan capital is celebrated for its iconic architecture, art, chic boutiques and divine cuisine. Located on the city’s famous Passeig de Gràcia, the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona is a serene haven from the buzz of nearby Las Ramblas. The Penthouse occupies the entire top floor and the spacious outdoor terrace offers sweeping views over the city. The 2,542 sq ft suite has elegant yet modern interiors, designed by award-winning Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola. 24-hour butler service is included. From $15,000 per night, contact André Devillers, hotel manager, mobcn-reservations@mohg.com, +34 931 518 888, mandarinoriental.com/barcelona

Amanyara Villa AMANYARA, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS Spread across 14,450 sq ft of space, the Amanyara Villa comprises six bedrooms, alongside extensive living and dining areas. In line with the Aman aesthetic, the high-ceilinged, light-filled space exhibits the contemporary design and natural materials that distinguish each of the luxury resorts, which are designed to embrace and reflect their surroundings. Each villa leads out onto a private black infinity-edge pool and benefits from beach and ocean views. Each one also comes with a Pilates studio, personal bar and golf buggies, as well as a dedicated chef and housekeeper. From$19,500 per night, contact Xavier Moulin, general manager, reservations@aman.com, +1 649 941 8133, aman.com

Ocean View Penthouse Suite NIKKI BEACH RESORT, KOH SAMUI, THAILAND Giving guests the chance to live the chic Nikki Beach lifestyle in a secluded location on the west coast of Koh Samui, this luxury boutique resort offers both privacy and a vibrant social scene. The Ocean View Penthouse Suite spans 1,721 sq ft, in which the living space, circular king-size bed and en suite bathroom all benefit from floor-to-ceiling windows and stylish modern design, with two private balconies affording views of Angthong National Marine Park and Samui’s west coast sunsets. From $550 per night, contact Apinya Punjanon,

director of sales and marketing, enquiry@ nikkibeachthailand.com, +66 7791 4500, nikkibeachhotels.com/koh-samui

Photos Steve Passmore, Mikolaj Krawczunas, Nicolas Dumont, KenHaydenPhotography