Elite Traveler September-October 2015

elite traveler SEPT/OCT 2015 ISSUE 5 141

Sky-high retreat THE LONDON PENTHOUSE THE LONDON NYC

The highest suite in Manhattan, the David Collins-designed penthouse occupies the top two floors of the hotel. The 53rd floor is dedicated to 1,200 sq ft of open-plan living space including a 14ft-long leather and velvet wraparound couch, marble fireplace, wet bar, dining table for eight and huge Austrian crystal chandelier. It has views of Central Park, the Hudson River and a bird’s eye view of Manhattan. The master and guest bedrooms occupy the 54th floor, and the master features a king-size four-poster bed wrapped in gold croc leather. Special Amenities Evening at The Chef’s Table for an eight course tasting menu, bottle of vintage champagne and canapés upon arrival, Fili D’Oro Italian linens, personal concierge and access to private car and driver. Size 2,500 sq ft Number of rooms Seven (two bedrooms, three bathrooms, full service chef’s kitchen, open-plan living and dining rooms) Nightly rate From $1,999 Contact Erica Bukowski, sales executive, ebukowski@thelondon.com, +1 212 468 8706, thelondonnyc.com

Opulent city haven THE BACCARAT SUITE BACCARAT HOTELS & RESIDENCES

While the hotel opened earlier in 2015, the Baccarat Suite was only finished in July. However, proving that good things come to those who wait, it is the height of opulence in an already grand hotel. Parisian designers Patrick Gilles and Dorothée Boissier spared no expense on the decor, mixing classic French style with New York glamour and a soothing champagne color palette. Finishing touches include Baccarat chandeliers and an in-suite Baccarat bar, filled with specially-selected fine wine chosen by the hotel’s expert sommelier. A separate staff entrance adds to the feeling of absolute privacy. Special Amenities Ruinart champagne upon arrival, Baccarat gift, on-call car, custom-made Mascioni linens and cashmere throws, a private art collection curated by Frédéric Chabre, La Mer beauty products, complimentary hair blowouts from 5pm-7pm daily and private airport transfers. Size 1,740 sq ft Number of rooms Six (bedroom, two bathrooms, living room, foyer, butler’s pantry) Nightly rate From $18,000 Contact +1 844 294 1764, baccarathotels.com

The on-call car for this suite is a beautiful vintage 1970s Citroën DS