Elite Traveler July-August 2017

Presidential Suite HOTEL BEL-AIR, BEVERLY HILLS, USA With its setting amid 12 acres of lush landscaped gardens, Hotel Bel-Air feels like an oasis of calm while simultaneously being situated just minutes from Beverly Hills and Los Angeles’ biggest draws. The elegant interiors are complemented by luxury amenities and state-of-the-art technology, with suites that exhibit grand residential-style living owing to features such as garden patios and fireplaces. The Presidential Suite encompasses sumptuous leather, dark wood and velvet decor, with French doors leading out to a private courtyard and pool. A stay here includes welcome flowers and Krug champagne. From $19,000 per night, contact Denise Flanders, general manager, denise.flanders@ dorchestercollection.com , +1 310 909 1602 dorchestercollection.com/hotel/bel-air

Jewel Suite by Martin Katz LOTTE NEW YORK PALACE, USA With the landmark VillardMansion as its entranceway, Lotte New York Palace is considered one of the city’s most beautiful hotels. In 2013 the historic property underwent a $140m renovation, transforming its most luxurious suites into something even more special. The 5,000 sq ft, three-story Jewel Suite by Martin Katz is among the most extravagant in New York, created in collaboration with the revered jewelry

designer. Inspired by Art Deco, the two-bedroom suite exudes glamour through its floating jewelry displays, 10-seat dining room and grand parlor, plus outdoor terrace with hot tub andManhattan views. A stay here comes with a complimentary Martin Katz microband ring worth $2,500 and the chance to have a consultation with the designer.

From$25,000 per night, contact David Shenman, director of sales and marketing, dshenman@

lottenypalace.com, +1 212 888 7000, lottenypalace.com

Ty Warner Penthouse FOUR SEASONS, NEW YORK, USA

Providing a serene space within Midtown New York City, this 52-story Art Deco hotel is home to a collection of luxurious sprawling suites that benefit from panoramic city and Central Park views. The one-king-bed, 4,300 sq ft Ty Warner Penthouse suite is the accomplished result of a seven-year collaboration between architect IM Pei, designer Peter Marino and the hotel’s owner Ty Warner, featuring four cantilevered glass balconies — the highest in the world — a private spa and elegant decor such as hand-lacquered walls with mother-of-pearl inlay, and a Claude Lalanne chandelier which hangs in the library. From $50,000 per night, contact Yvonne Rios, reservations supervisor, yvonne.rios@fourseasons.com, +1 212 758 5700, fourseasons.com/newyork