1.    Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Standing on its own private beach, the hotel defines Arabian fantasy. Many of the suites, furnished in gold and marble, are luxurious enough to be favoured by Emirati royalty and dignitaries. The room prices can exceed $980 per night but it’s worth the 1.3 km pristine beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking the bay – perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday.

Burj Al Arab, Dubai

This landmark structure stands on a man-made island, 280 meters away from Jumeirah Beach and is designed to look like a sail. It contains 202 suites, the most expensive of which is the royal two-bedroom suite, which costs nearly $27,000 per night and comes with an uber sleep technology bed, elevator, cinema room, library, discreet check-in, butler service, Rolls Royce chauffeurs, and views of the Arabian Gulf. Repeatedly voted the world's most luxurious hotel, each suite here comes with 24-carat gold iPads, Egyptian linens, designer toiletries and whirlpool baths. Upgraded suites include snooker tables, libraries, cinemas and private elevators.

Town House Galleria, Milan

Located inside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II mall (dating back to 1877), just a few steps away from Duomo square, the hotel has an inconspicuous entrance and allows only residents. There are only 20 luxury suites available, but the personalization in comfort exceeds that of any place on earth. They can cost $505 per night on an average. The hotel is unique in offering a Complimentary Pets Program so your pets get an equally royal treatment, complete with a chenille sofa, lunch-time mat and teacup bowl set (available in different sizes).