Luxury is expected when visiting the world's best hotels. Exotic private beaches, exclusive penthouse suites, private pools and Michelin star restaurants are all perks enjoyed by those willing to splurge at the world's most prestigious resorts. Be sure to pack your favorite designer luggage as we jet around the globe exploring the most exclusive hotels.
Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, France
Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d'Antibes looks as though it belongs in an F Scott Fitzgerald novel. Describing itself as "where old-world glamour meets modern luxury in the heart of the Côte d'Azur", this grand 19th-century mansion with 117 rooms and two villas is adorned with gilded mirrors, chandeliers and a stunning seafront pavilion. Surrounded by 22 acres of lush gardens, the luxury hotel is home to 33 beach cabins, a newly renovated Eden-Roc Restaurant and a relaxing Sisley spa. Enjoy a stay here from $1,187 a night.
Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
Sitting on the Arabian Gulf and costing around $3 billion to build, Emirates Palace is one of the world's most exclusive hotels. Marble floors imported from 13 countries, 303 superior rooms, 92 suites, 1,000 crystal chandeliers, 114 ornate domes, a collection of wonderful pools and water fountains, and many more amenities make this a palace in both name and nature. To arrive in fitting style, charter a helicopter to the Emirates Palace helipad, a short flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport and Dubai International Airport. Priced from $522 a night, living like a royal has never been so affordable.
Armani Hotel Milano, Italy
Designed by fashion powerhouse Armani, the Armani Hotel in Milan is chic, elegant and one of Europe's more sought-after stays. This could be because the Armani/SPA is said to be the best spa in Milan, offering visitors the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for some much-needed relaxation, or the luxurious lounges and chic boudoirs of the Signature, Presidential and Milano Suites. Priced from $550 for a double room. Discover more about the iconic Armani Hotel and charter a private jet to Milan to arrive in style.
Laucala Island Resort, Fiji
A private island spanning 3,500 acres, Laucala Island is nothing short of paradise. Costing $5,594 a night for a double room, you get what you pay for here. This includes a jungle spa, golf course, stable of thoroughbred horses, five exceptional restaurants and one of only 25 villas, making a stay here as private and exclusive as possible. The friendly staff and warm azure South Pacific waters make Laucala Island one of the most sought-after destinations on the planet.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
After landing at Baa Atoll, exotic palm-lined boulevards lead you to one of the world’s most incredible resorts: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. This beach resort boasts stunning coral-fronted private villas and powdery white-sand beaches hemmed by the Indian Ocean. Relax in a secluded open-air suite, enjoy fine dining options that cater to guests’ every need and take a dip in a 39 ft plunge pool. All of this could be yours from $1,058 a night.
Amangiri, Utah, United States
With a design inspired by the rugged Utah Landscape, Amangiri is the most private of all the destinations featured on this list. Sitting 600 acres into Canyon Point, the sweeping desert between Utah and Arizona, Amangiri is built around a plunging pool facing the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Located a short distance from Page Municipal Airport, Arizona, this remote hideaway offers both action-packed adventure and a relaxing retreat. Costing from $1,303 per night in low season and $1,916 per night in high season, each suite and villa frames the raw natural beauty of dunes, plateaus and mountains.
To begin your trip in fitting style, charter a private jet with Air Charter Service. State-of-the-art private jet charters offer passengers easy access, shorter boarding times and exclusive lounges, not to mention the additional luxury of a private and spacious plane cabin which can seat you and several other passengers. These in-flight private aviation amenities make for the perfect trip and are the best way to arrive at these lavish hotels.
