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Our team of expert writers has curated the list, scouring high and low to whittle down the very best suites located in the world’s most iconic cities. From a sprawling penthouse in Sao Paulo to a private residence in the heart of London, these stunning accommodations provide the perfect base for a truly unforgettable city break – if you can bring yourself to step foot outside of your suite.

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One of London’s most reliable addresses when it comes to top-class service and privacy, The Connaught in Mayfair is a long-established favorite of celebrities, royalty and dignitaries. Many of them elect to stay in The Apartment, which, as the name suggests, aims to provide guests with a home-from-home sanctuary where they can really settle in and feel fully at ease; long-term residencies are common.

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Inviting interiors by David Collins Studio contribute significantly to the two-bedroom suite’s appeal: By the living room fireplace, two ultra-plush, velvety cobalt couches are immediately inviting; a pretty standalone dining room allows for in-suite entertaining.

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And kudos should go to The Connaught team for encouraging guests to make full use of their surroundings Each reservation includes a complimentary martini or pastry masterclass (led by experts Connaught mixologists and pastry chefs respectively), so you’ve every excuse to invite some friends over for a little soirée. Price upon request.

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Beverly Hills was a much more humble neighborhood when its visionary owners established this hotel in the 1920s. Where the immensely fancy Wilshire Boulevard meets Rodeo Drive’s glitzy boutiques, the hotel now occupies one of the most desirable real estate plots in the country. It’s a magnet for Hollywood glitterati of course, with stellar service and absolute discretion assured.

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The most privileged guests, which is saying something, book into this elegant two-bed suite. With a restrained, old-money feel rather than being flashy, its rooms feature a muted parade of silver and ivory palettes set over dark-wood flooring.

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Everything is of impeccable quality; sunny views of the hotel’s prestigious surroundings amplify the sense that for anyone lucky enough to stay here, life is probably as good as it can possibly be. Price upon request.

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Veritably floating above Victoria Harbour, a mirror of the city’s perpetual verve and glittering lights, Regent Hong Kong stands as a re-imagined contemporary silhouette in bustling Kowloon. With 497 guest rooms and suites, its piece de resistance is The Presidential Suite, designed by Hong Kong-born Chi Wing Lo who masterminded both the hotel’s interiors and exteriors in a captivating choreography of form and function. From the suite’s 2,500-sq-ft private terrace, Hong Kong’s palpable energy beckons, while sophisticated interiors — custom-designed furniture, a floating gas fireplace and modern artwork — ensure a graceful tone, spread out amongst five bedrooms, a capacious living room, dining room, tea room and private sauna. $25,000 per night.

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Established in 1876, the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok seamlessly combines historic elegance with modern comfort. A Bangkok landmark, the renowned hotel is renowned for hosting many literary luminaries, including Joseph Conrad and Somerset Maugham, who found inspiration within its storied walls.

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For visitors of the city seeking unmatched views of the Chao Phraya River, the Oriental Two Bedroomed Suite is an exceptional choice.

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This exquisite accommodation blends traditional Thai elements with contemporary design, featuring sumptuous Thai silks, warm teak flooring and plush carpets. From $20,725 per night.

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Spanning the entire ninth floor of the Jeanne Gang-designed skyscraper — the tallest in the world designed by a female architect — the Two-bedroom Presidential Suite at The St Regis Chicago has made its mark on the Windy City’s skyline. The interiors, crafted by KTGY Simeone Deary Design Group, pay homage to Chicago's rich architectural legacy, blending modern elegance with subtle nods to the city’s heritage.

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In each of the bedrooms, a neutral palette is enhanced by soft greens and bright blues, reflecting Chicago’s natural surroundings. The suite's en-suite bathrooms feature deep-set soaking tubs strategically positioned to offer unobstructed views of Chicago's iconic skyline, making them the perfect spot to unwind while taking in the city’s breathtaking views. From $25,000 per night.

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As with its fine jewels, Bulgari refuses to compromise on craftsmanship when it comes to its collection of hotels. When Bulgari Tokyo opened in 2023 — the Roman jewelry house’s eighth hotel — it quickly found itself on the world’s best new hotel lists. Interiors designed by renowned Italian architects ACPV bring the brand’s contemporary Italian sophistication into harmonious dialogue with refined Japanese tradition.

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The top key belongs to the sleek 4,300-sq-ft Bulgari Suite. Amongst the largest suites in Tokyo, a vestibule adorned in Japanese calligraphy artwork by Toko Shinoda leads to an expansive living space with a skyline skimming glass facade. The 10-seat dining room is lit by a Murano Glass chandelier and serviced by a full kitchen.

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In the bedroom, an emperor size bed is backed by a full length silk headboard designed by artist Shoko Okumura and crafted by Hosoo, Kyoto’s oldest kimono textile producer. The ensuite is pure Italian luxe decked head-to-toe in Roman travertine. From $30,000 per night.

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Billed as one of the most coveted accommodations in Manhattan for a reason, the Presidential Suite at The St Regis New York is as opulent as its city’s storied history, embodying the elegance and prestige synonymous with New York itself.

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There are three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and an array of lavish living spaces, including a formal dining room that seats eight, a wood-paneled library and a spacious living room. Decorated with an Art Deco grandeur, the apartment features glass chandeliers, crown-molded ceilings and striking marble floorings throughout the entryway and bathrooms.

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But every New York knows the biggest luxury of all is square footage, and offering 3,430 sq ft of it, the Presidential Suite feels like it can rival Central Park for space. From $35,000.

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For guests checking in to The Peninsula Suite, the splendor begins before you reach the hotel as a Rolls-Royce Phantom in the brand’s signature green escorts you to the porte-cochere. Located in the heart of Shanghai, just off the famed Bund waterfront, its refined Art Deco lobby with glistening black marble floors and lustrous chandeliers offers a sophisticated alternative to the city’s futuristic hotel scene (Shanghai was once known as the Paris of the East afterall). Decked in soothing champagne tones and bronzed chinoiserie wallcoverings, the 4,035-sq-ft suite is in keeping. Featuring double-height floor-to-ceiling windows with views across the Huangpu River, as well as a working fireplace, balcony, gym, kitchen and study, the two-bedroom suite can be connected with an adjacent Deluxe Room to add a third bedroom, creating room for all the family. From $20,500 per night.

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Paulistas felt a kinship with this property long before it was transformed into Rosewood’s first South American hotel: It was previously a maternity hospital where half a million locals were born. Nowadays its corridors are populated by the city’s glamorous VIPs who gather here to enjoy exceptional and varied dining offerings, a lively jazz bar and comprehensive wellness facilities.

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Spread over three floors and 12,000 sq ft, the four-bed Penthouse Suite makes for an incredible crowning achievement. Full-height windows reveal staggering views of the surrounding cityscape, an unexpectedly lush rooftop garden and open-air infinity pool feel like incredible indulgences in the midst of this metropolis.

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. Coupled with that, residents can rely on extra-special treatment throughout the hotel: Alongside enjoying bespoke amenities and various treats, they benefit from all-inclusive dining and have access to a private section of the hotel’s Asaya Spa. Price upon request.