Elite Traveler July-August 2017

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Villa Suite HELENA BAY LODGE, NEW ZEALAND

Built on a remote stretch of coast on New Zealand’s North Island, with the Unesco World Heritage Poor Knights Islands just across the water, Helena Bay Lodge provides the ideal base for exploring this country’s dramatic scenery. And it’s not just this secluded setting that the hotel is known for; the lodge is also celebrated for the high level of luxury it provides to guests. Here, each of the two sumptuous villa suites — Kiwi and Kotare — comprise an en suite bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, a spacious living room and an outdoor terrace within its 1,450 sq ft of space. Situated alongside one another, the two suites can be connected to accommodate a group of four. No expense is spared when it comes to amenities, with the added option of a standby helicopter. From $2,700 per night, contact Neil McFarlane, general manager, info@helenabay.com, +64 9433 6006, helenabay.com

Presidential Penthouse Suite WALDORF ASTORIA, BEVERLY HILLS, USA The latest luxury hotel to open in Los Angeles, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills reflects the best of the Californian good life. Within the hotel, the most exclusive rooms are the three penthouse suites. Situated on the top floor, The Presidential Penthouse Suite commands a huge amount of space and the floor-to-ceiling windows provide a private show of the cityscape at sunrise and sunset. Lavish interior accents such as Noir Saint Laurent marble floors, a private spa, dining room and home theater come together to complete the luxurious experience this suite affords. From $20,000 per night, contact Vanessa Williams, director of sales and marketing, vanessa.williams@waldorfastoria.com, +1 310 860 6610, waldorfastoriabeverlyhills.com

Harold S Vanderbilt Penthouse INTERCONTINENTAL NEW YORK BARCLAY, USA

When reimagining its Presidential Suites, InterContinental New York Barclay didn’t look just within its space — it looked up and turned a former rooftop equipment area with enviable views into one of the most luxurious suites in Manhattan. And to make the best use of the skyline, it added a spectacular rooftop terrace with nearly eye-level views of the top of the Chrysler Building. The experienced events team can organize a chic evening party, or you can enjoy outdoor dining with your family. Inside, there’s a high-tech media wall with nine television screens and world-class furnishings and finishes fill the elegant indoor space. The full marble bathrooms are an especially indulgent feature. From $25,000 per night, contact Ana Nistor, ana.nistor@ihg.com, +1 212 906 3267, intercontinentalnybarclay.com