Elite Traveler July-August 2017

Imperial Suite THE ST. REGIS, NEW YORK, USA

The Imperial Suite, one of the property’s four master suites and the location for our cover shoot, is a glamorous and seductive sojourn for your Manhattan stay. Rich red silk walls, chandeliers, ornate moldings, dark wood furnishings and golden accents abound throughout the one-bedroom space. The pièce de résistance is the unobstructed view of Central Park, visible through whimsical circular windows with custom window seats — perfect for daydreaming. A stately dining room, work area and butler’s kitchen complete the elegant picture. From $18,500 per night, contact Katie Donald, director of sales and marketing, katie.donald@ stregis.com, +1 212 753 4500, stregisnewyork.com

The Royal Suite THE LANESBOROUGH, LONDON, UK

Combining a stellar location between Knightsbridge, Hyde Park andMayfair with the sense of history for which London is so revered, this Regency-style hotel ticks all the right boxes for a quintessential British stay. The Lanesborough also happens to be one of London’s most luxurious hotels, and it’s in the Royal Suite that this is most clearly seen. The seven-bedroom, seven- bathroom suite spans 4,800 sq ft, with a grand entrance hall, a living area that overlooksWellington Arch and Buckingham Palace Gardens, and a dining roomwhich seats up to 12 guests and is adjoined by a gallery kitchen. Staying here entitles guests to an attentive, 24-hour butler service along with complimentary use of the hotel’s chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce Phantom. From$15,450 per night, contact Geoffrey Gelardi, managing director, info@lanesborough.com, +44 207 259 5599, lanesborough.com

Royal Suite THE PLAZA, NEW YORK, USA

The extremely luxurious and eclectic Royal Suite is undoubtedly the crown jewel of The Plaza. Overlooking New York's Central Park and the Pulitzer Fountain, the suite has opulent custom furnishings, a library, fitness room, dining room for 12, private elevator access, living roomwith grand piano and is a staggering 4,500 sq ft. The master suite has its own sitting area and a spa-style bathroom. From $30,000 per night, book online at theplazany.com or call +1 212 759 3000