7 Luxury Hotels That Will Make You Feel Like a Queen

You work hard and you deserve some pampering. These hotels know all about pampering. They know how to give you stay of a lifetime. Here are five fabulous luxury hotels.

Luxury is something we all deserve at least occasionally. Some are lucky enough to sit in its lap all the time, while others (like me) only get to do this for very, very special occasions.

Nowadays, luxury hotels almost all have spas attached to them so that you can have a masseuse work the stress out of your bones after a long day being pampered endlessly.

Here is a rundown of seven super luxurious hotels that you should definitely consider if you plan to go all out.

1. 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa – Cape Town, South Africa

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Located on the coast Atlantic Ocean, just fifteen minutes outside of Cape Town, this is one of those gorgeous landscapes you dream about, complete with ocean in front and the Table Mountains behind.

There’s a complimentary shuttle into Cape Town for exploring the city. Common activities include helicopter tours and whale watching. The spa offers hot stone treatments, hydrotherapy, Jacuzzis, body wraps and of course massages.

There are several restaurants overseen by executive chef Henrico Grobbelaar, who mixes traditional French cuisine with South African flair, using local and sustainable foods wherever possible.

For those who want to go all out, the each of the Presidential suites offer a private lounge, dining room for when you order room service, bedroom, his and hers bathrooms, and magnificent views of the ocean. Marble floors and louver shutters add to the sense of luxury.

It starts $4,129 USD/night.

2. La Reserve Geneve Hotel & Spa – Geneva, Switzerland

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This resort is located on a ten acre park situated on Lake Geneva. It has a 20,000 square foot spa, Geneva’s largest, along with outdoor pool, kids playground, sports courts, and a private boat to take you on tours of the Lake or ferry you into Geneva for some shopping.

The hotel has four restaurants including an outdoor summer bistro by the pool and a pan Asian specialty restaurant. The spa offers a full service fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, steam rooms, all the normal spa treatments, and a wellness center focused on helping you age better that is staffed by a variety of specialists. B

ecause the new, healthier you that has experienced rejuvenation at the spa deserves the very best, you’ll want to stay in the King Presidential Bedroom Suite. It has its own private dining and sitting rooms, a large living room, wood floors throughout, a Jacuzzi, and a view of the gardens and park.

It’s only $5,678 USD/night.

3. The Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa – New South Wales, Australia

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Located in the Blue Mountains, this resort is about a three hour drive from Sydney. The hotel grounds include 4,000 acres of land, surrounding the 1832 Wallerawang homestead, where Chrles Darwin once stayed, which has been beautifully restored.

There are hotel rooms and private villas on the grounds. Popular activities include wildlife safaris, horseback riding, hiking and biking. There are two restaurants featuring local cuisine and produce.

You can enjoy the pool, the fitness center, and the gymnasium as well as the spa. You’ll want to stay in a private villa, complete with its own private pool, courtyard and gardens. It’s perfect for a romantic getaway. It has its own dining room, living room, kitchen, and staff quarters.

All this can be yours for only $5,707 USD/night.

4. Laucala Island Resort – Fiji

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This is a private island that offers private villas for all guests. Each villa includes its own private pool and tropical garden.

You can enjoy the beach, horseback riding, golf, diving, and of course, the spa. There are numerous water sports and tennis available as well. Two restaurants, a lounge, beach bar and pool bar offer a wide variety of cuisine from casual to formal.

A one bedroom Plateau Villa with views of the South Pacific, a pool of your own, and a yoga deck overlooking a coconut plantations starts at $4,200 USD/night.

5. Palais Namaskar – Marrakech, Morocco

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The Palais Namaskar is twelve acres of pristine surroundings including private lakes and panoramic views, all located in between the Atlas Mountains and Djebilet Hills.

There are hotel rooms, private villas, and even private four bedroom palaces available. It offers guests camel and horseback riding, the spa, swimming in a number of pools, quad-biking, and mountain excursions.

Antoine Perray is the executive chef, overseeing two restaurants and a roof top bar. Yoga, aerobics and a wellness center add to the spa’s Feng Shui fundamentals approach to well being.

The Water Palace offers almost 5,000 square feet of luxury complete with four bedrooms to accommodate the whole family. You have your own private pool and gardens along with a kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, and a dedicated 24 hour butler service.

It starts at $6,409 USD/night. A one bedroom villa with your own pool and garden but no butler starts at $1,098 USD/night.

6. Hotel Cipriani & Palazzo Vendramin – Venice, Italy

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Venice is romantic without adding luxury to it but when you stay at the Cirpriani, a 15th century palazzo you’ll be blown away. There’s a reason Casanova is said to have had trysts in its gardens.

An Olympic sized heated, outdoor pool offers views of the lagoon. A spa, tennis courts, and a fitness center are available to guests. A private shuttle service will bring you to St Mark’s square and there are boats on hand for lagoon tours.

There are three restaurants including the well known Fortuny.

You can have an exclusive king suite complete with a balcony overlooking the lagoon and your own butler for $5,435 USD/night.

7. Hotel Hermitage – Monte Carlo, Monaco

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Gustave Eiffel designed the cupola at the Hotel Hermitage. It’s been on the places to see and be seen in Monte Carlo for many years.

Guests receive complimentary access to a private beach, the Le Casino de Monte Carlo, the Aqua Fitness Centre and the Beach Club. A variety of water sports, a spa, a marina, tennis and golf are all available.

There is Michelin-starred dining, overseen by executive chef Joel Garault.

A one bedroom suite with a Jacuzzi and a view of the sea starts at $3,794 USD/night. If you’re travelling with friends and family and you really want to impress try the Penthouse Diamond Presidential suite which includes VIP service, two bedrooms, a lounge, and a view of the sea. It starts at $9,705 USD/night.

The world has many ultra-luxurious hotels which, for me at least, are likely to remain something to dream about. It also has many beautiful places with a little less luxury but a lot more affordability.

While I love the idea of living like the Queen for a night or two, I have to admit I can find things I’d rather do with a few thousand dollars a night. How about you?

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About the author

Heather B

Heather is an avid traveller, lover of dogs, and baker supreme. She lives in a small town in Ontario, Canada where she raises German Shorthaired Pointers with her family. An explorer at heart, she travels whenever she can, wherever she can.

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