World's 15 most expensive hotel suites
Nothing says "senseless overspending" like blowing thousands on a place to sleep, shower and store your clothes while you go about your day.
Luckily for the fortunate 1 percent, there are places that cater to exactly that.
15. The Presidential Suite, Intercontinental, Hong Kong
US$13,715 per night
Renowned for being Asia's finest Presidental Suite, the room offers an “IMAX” experience of Hong Kong. Experience a wrap-around harbour view terrace (2500 sq. feet) with a rooftop infinity swimming pool and Jacuzzi overlooking Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island.
The dining room, master bedroom and bathroom and private gym also have panoramic harbour views. The suite also has a private study and kitchenette.
Guests also get a choice of riding in a Phantom VI Rolls Royce, Bentley or Mercedes limousine.
+852 2721 1211, www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com
14. The Sultan’s Suite, Çirağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul
US$15,332 per night
Originally built of wood in the 16th century, and eventually the residence of the last Ottoman Sultans, this palace was rebuilt in marble for Sultan Abdülaziz in 1857.
Now a lavish five-star hotel with a guest list that includes Prince Charles, Liz Hurley, Uma Thurman and Giorgio Armani, it has all the trimmings: a gorgeous pool, boat and helicopter service and an amazing breakfast buffet.
The Sultan’s Suite overlooking the Bosphorus comes with private butler service, opulent chandeliers, period furniture and fine art. What more could the average oligarch need?
+90 212 326 4646; www.kempinski.com
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13. Ritz-Carlton Suite, Ritz-Carlton, Moscow
US$18,000 per night
The floor-to-ceiling windows in the Ritz-Carlton Suite frame an unparalleled view of the Kremlin, Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and Christ the Savior Cathedral.
With classic Russian Imperial furnishings, the 232-square-meter suite comes with a spacious living room, dining area, library, office, grand piano and heated flooring, perfect for bone-chilling Moscow winters.
+7 495 225 8888; www.ritzcarlton.com
12. Royal Suite, Burj Al Arab, Dubai
US$18,716 per night
There are luxury hotels, and then there’s the Burj Al Arab. Since its 1999 opening, the iconic, sail-shaped Dubai resort has been a benchmark of no-holds-barred extravagance that others have tried and failed to emulate.
All of the suites -- the word "room" does not exist here -- are arranged over two floors and have whirlpool baths, living and dining areas and dedicated butlers.
+971 4 301 7777; www.jumeirah.com
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11. Royal Suite, Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris
US$24,550 per night
There are a pair of Royal Suites at Hotel George V. Both have private terraces overlooking the historic art deco fountain of the Three Graces.
Stuffed with magnificent French antiques, these vast suites are adorned with 18th- and 19th-century fine art. Crystal chandeliers glitter and huge vases of pale pink roses perfume the air.
The master bedrooms have spacious marble bathrooms with steam rooms, sauna and a walk-in dressing rooms.
+33 149 52 7000; www.fourseasons.com
