Have you ever wondered what the most expensive hotel in the world is?
Well, forget your typical $200 – $500 a night weekend getaways, as the ones on this list start at $28,000 a night!
From luxury penthouse suites, overlooking breathtaking city vistas, to lavish underwater hotels, the pricy pads on this list have it all.
So, if money is no object for you and you’re looking for your next premium getaway, then here’s a list of the 10 most expensive hotels in the world.
The 10 Most Expensive Hotels in the World
The list of hotels and figures mentioned below have been compiled from various sources around the web, such as Travel Top List & Highsnobiety.
These are the 10 most expensive hotels in the world:
10. The Royal Suite – Burj Al-Arab – $28,000
Starting off the list of the most expensive hotels in the world is one of the most well-known hotels, the Burj Al-Arab.
Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the Burj was marketed as the worlds first ever seven-star hotel, and it goes without saying that it most definitely lives up to expectations.
It’s the seventh-tallest hotel in the world and was designed by architect, Tom Wright, to resemble the sail of a ship.
The hotel stands on a man-made artificial island, that’s only accessible to the mainland by a private curving bridge.
As well as all the lavish bells and whistles you’d expect to find inside a seven-star hotel, like an underwater restaurant that’s accessible by submarine; the Burj Al-Arab also has its very own private helipad, near the roof, approximately 210 metres above sea level.
One night in the royal suite will cost you a minimum of $28,000.
The 780 square-metre suite, set over two floors, is decorated in 22-karat gold and comes with a private dining area and butler, spa, private lounge and numerous staff to answer your every beck and call.
Not bad for $28,000 a night!
9. The Royal Suite – The Plaza – $40,000
Next up we have another “Royal Suite”, but this one’s in The Plaza, New York and will run you a cool $40,000 a night!
So, what do you get for that? Well, to start with you get to the suite using the buildings private lift, that only you can use.
Next, you enter the 400 square-foot suite and are greeted with an exquisitely designed living room; equipped with the latest top of the line amenities and luxuries.
The suite has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a lounge, a separate dining room, which seats up to 12 people, and a fitness room.
From the bedroom, you have a spectacular view of fifth avenue. So if you don’t feel like lounging around in bed all day, then you can make use of the 24-hour butler service the suite provides.
8. The Hilltop Villa – $45,000
The Hilltop Villa is tucked away in paradise, only accessible to the super-rich.
The hotel is located Laucala island in Fiji and costs an impressive $45,000 a night.
But, for that, you’ll get a four-acre villa, split into three separate villas; that each offers the most beautiful views of the island.
The first villa, “The Delana” comes with a master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe, a library, a living room, your own large private pool with waterfall and hot tub and a solid wood soaking tub.
The second villa, “The Dua”, has similar specifications but sleeps two comfortably, with sliding doors separating all the rooms.
And lastly, “The Rua” has a separate living area and large private pool and is the second biggest villa out of the three.
If you’re looking to get away with friends or family, then The Hilltop Villa could be a perfect getaway as it sleeps up to eight people and has all the luxurious you need from a hotel.
7. The Muraka Suite – The Conrad – $50,000
Coming in at number seven on our list of the most expensive hotels in the world is The Muraka.
The suite is located in the Maldives at The Conrad and is marketed as the worlds first underwater hotel suite.
The Muraka is two stories tall, with the bottom story being roughly 16 feet below the Indian Ocean.
For $50,000 a night, you can expect to be automatically upgraded to Hilton Diamond Status upon arrival; enjoy a private chef, bar, gym, butler and infinity pool.
However, don’t get too ahead of yourself as there’s a four-night minimum stay requirement.
So, if you really want to stay there then you’re looking to spend more in the region of $200,000!
6. The Penthouse Suite – Hôtel Martinez – $53,000
The Penthouse Suite, in the Hôtel Martinez, will set you back $53,000 a night.
Hôtel Martinez is located in Cannes, France, which is one of the best-known resorts in the Côte D’Azur.
For your $53,000 you can expect to enjoy a 1000 square foot suite on the uppermost floor of the hotel; with stunning panoramic views across the ocean from your own private wood-panelled panorama terrace.
You’ll also have king-sized beds in each of the four bedrooms, a separate living and dining room, marble bathrooms, a Turkish bath and a private jacuzzi on the terrace.
If you’re into your art, then you’ll be pleased to know that there are several artefacts from Picasso and Matisse decorating the walls of the suite.
If art’s not really your thing, then you can sit back and enjoy the view from the terrace!
5. Ty Warner Penthouse – Four Seasons – $60,000
Kicking off the top five countdown is the Ty Warner Penthouse at the Four Seasons Hotel, New York.
The luxury hotel suite is named after the owner of the building, Ty Warner and will cost you around $60,000 a night.
Located on the very top floor of the building, the 52nd to be exact; the $400 square-metre suite cost approximately $50 million dollars to complete.
The suite comes with a 360-degree panoramic view of the city and contains four glass balconies that provide views of uptown, midtown and downtown New York.
Now, you’ll only get one bedroom with this suite; but you’ll also get a spa, a rock crystal master bathroom, a panorama infinity tub, a private elevator and a dedicated guest relations manager and chauffeured rolls Royce at your disposal.
If that’s not enough, then you can take advantage of the unlimited massages that are thrown in for good measure.
4. The Mark Penthouse – The Mark Hotel – $75,000
The Mark hotels grand Penthouse is the largest hotel suite penthouse in the United States, covering a whopping 10,000 square feet.
For you $75,000 a night, you can expect a spacious penthouse that’s spread out over the top two floors of the hotel.
You’ll get 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4 fireplaces, 2 wet bars, 2 powder rooms and a large open plan living room.
The living room also has its own party trick; as it can be transformed into a full-size ballroom with 26-foot ceilings.
Perhaps one of the nicest features of the penthouse suite is its 250-square-metre terrace, with panoramic views of Central Park.
So if you want to play the King/Queen of New York for a while, then book your self a few nights in this suite!
3. The Royal Penthouse – Hotel President Wilson – $80,000
If you’re in Geneva, Switzerland and have $80,000 to spend a night, then this is the hotel for you.
The Royal Penthouse in the Hotel President Wilson occupies the entire 8th floor of the hotel.
It offers a panoramic view of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc, as well as 12 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and a jacuzzi bath overlooking the lake.
Besides the luxurious furnishings and views, you’ll also benefit from a 24/7 personal assistant, private chef and butler.
If safety is a top concern for you when staying in a luxury hotel then rest assured that the Royal Penthouse is one of the safest places to be.
It has bulletproof glass, 24/7 security, a security camera system throughout the suite and a fortified safe to store your valuables.
You’ll also find a 1930 Brunswick billiard table, a Steinway grand piano and a Bang & Olufsen’s BeoVision 4-103 home cinema system.
And, all this can be reached by your own private elevator!
2. Empathy Suite – The Palms – $100,000
Breaking the $100,000 a night price tag; the Empathy Suite at The Palms, Las Vegas, is the second most expensive hotel in the world.
The Empathy Suite was the result of a full redesign, by Damian Hurst, and a complete overhaul of the old Sky Villa suite.
For $100,000 you’ll get two master bedrooms, massage tables, a cantilevered jacuzzi that overlooks the Las Vegas strip, a salt relaxation room and a private tour of the properties art collection and amenities.
This hotel suite is really for art lovers, as space includes six Damian Hurst originals and custom furniture that includes his motifs.
So, if you’re a Damian Hurst fan and you’ve got the spare cash, then treat yourself!
1. Lover’s Deep – Luxury Submarine Hotel – $150,000
At $150,000 a night, the Lover’s Deep Luxury Submarine Hotel is the most expensive hotel in the world.
Now, it’s not the same type of experience you’d expect from some of the other hotels on the list, as it requires you to go underwater in a submarine.
However, if you want to combine a night away with an experience, then perhaps this is the hotel for you.
The submarine/hotel is located in St Lucia and can be navigated around the Caribbean to suit its guests requirements.
You’ll get 5-star accommodation beneath the waves which includes, your own captain, private chef and butler, speed boat transfers to and from the submarine, and some additional optional add-ons, like helicopter transfers, beach landings and champagne-soaked breakfasts.
The Lover’s Deep Submarine is fully equipped with the ultimate in luxury, and everything you’d want from an experience like this.
Furthermore, you have the option to modify the voyage to suit your own preferences if you wish, so if you prefer a particular location to another, the captain will follow your commands.
This would truly be an experience of a lifetime and one you’d never forget – staying in the most expensive hotel in the world!
Summary
We hope you enjoyed our list of the 10 most expensive hotels in the world.
How about that! A submarine hotel that costs $150,000 a night. I bet you didn’t see that one coming. I didn’t, that’s for sure.
So, there you have it, the most expensive hotels in the world range from traditional brick and mortar buildings, in some of the most prestigious cities in the world, to underwater havens that cruise around the Caribbean at your beck and call.
What an awesome world we live in!
Here’s a quick recap of the 10 most expensive hotels in the world:
- Lovers Deep – Luxury Submarine Hotel – $150,000
- Empathy Suite – The Palms – $100,000
- The Royal Penthouse – Hotel President Wilson – $80,000
- The Mark Penthouse – The Mark Hotel – $75,000
- Ty Warner Penthouse – Four Seasons – $60,000
- The Penthouse Suite – Hôtel Martinez – $53,000
- The Muraka – The Conrad – $50,000
- The Hilltop Villa – $45,000
- The Royal Suite – The Plaza – $40,000
- The Royal Suite – Burj Al-Arab – $28,000
Which of these most expensive hotels would you love to stay in? Leave a comment below.
There’s shoestring travel, then there’s budget travel, then there’s travel, then business travel, and then elite travel. Way, way, way up — way higher than any of those — is megarich travel. It’s the type of travel that only happens on a private jet, with chauffeurs to the most expensive hotel in the world. It’s “I have a pet tiger and I could easily get away with feeding someone to it” travel.
Naturally, this level of travel requires a certain type of accommodation. There are no hostels, no shared bathrooms, no trips to the ice machine at this level of accommodation. This is Wolf of Wall Street lodging. This is “I need a place to spend the night while my manservant replenishes my yacht’s cocaine vaults” lodging.
You get the idea. These are the most expensive hotels in the world. Here’s what spending more than the majority of the world’s annual income is on a single night in a hotel room looks like.
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1. The Apartment at the Hotel Connaught in London
At $23,500 a night, the Apartment offers a private butler and menus designed by Michelin-starred chef Helene Darroze. It has a wrap-around balcony overlooking London’s incredibly posh Mayfair area.
To get a good idea of just how over-the-top British blueblood opulent this place is, check out their interactive site regarding the Apartment — it includes stories of the butler flying to Paris after guests left to return the shoes they’d forgotten and a guy who wanted to cook his wife a meal and had a Michelin chef passing him tips behind a secret door. I mean, Christ.
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2. The Presidential Suite at the Hotel Cala di Volpe in Porto Cervo, Italy
At $26,000 a night, the Presidential Suite at the Hotel Cala di Volpe in Sardinia offers three bedrooms, a solarium, a private pool, and a fitness area. Each of the three bathrooms has a jacuzzi, an “oversized shower,” and “dual vanities of Sardinian marble.”
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3. The Shangri-La Suite at the Shangri-La Bosphorus in Istanbul
At a mere $26,385 a night, the Shangri-La Suite takes up the entire top floor of the Shangri-La hotel, overlooking the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul. There’s a TV embedded in that bathroom mirror, by the way. The room has three private terraces that give you views of pretty much the entire Istanbul skyline.
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4. The Presidential Suite at the Mandarin Oriental in Shanghai
Located in spectacular, skyscraper-heavy Pudong, the best suite at the Mandarin Oriental is about $26,450 a night. It’s a two-bedroom apartment with its own wine cellar and staggering 25th-floor views of the Shanghai skyline. It, of course, has butler service, and they promise flexible check-in and check-out, saying you can enjoy your full 24 hours in the hotel. I should hope so!
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5. The Royal Suite at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris
The Royal Suite at this hotel is the largest hotel room in Paris, with 450 square meters. It’s also $27,000 a night…$27,000 which totally could have gone towards paying off my student loans instead. The suite includes televisions concealed behind the mirrors, and “all the embroidery is done with gold thread.” In large part, what you’re paying for in this suite is proximity to gold.
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6. The villa at the JW Marriott Mauritius Resort
The villa at JW Marriott Mauritius Resort is the largest villa on the island and costs $30,000 a night. It includes a Jacuzzi, a lounge, a bar, and a private chef. The best amenity listed on the site by far, though, is that they specialize in “discreetly addressing guests’ needs.”
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7. The Royal Suite at St. Regis Saadiyat Island, in the United Arab Emirates
At $35,000 a night, the Royal Suite at St. Regis is the largest hotel room in the UAE. It has two floors, butler service, and a private theater. It also has a swimming pool and a games room. The master bedroom takes up pretty much all of the bottom floor and looks out over the ocean.
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8. The Royal Villa at the Grand Resort Lagonissi in Athens
The Royal Villa, at $35,000 a night, once played host to Mel Gibson and Leonardo DiCaprio. It has two master bedrooms, each with marble bathrooms with their own steam baths, as well as the butler’s quarters. There’s also a private massage area, a heated pool, and a private deck overlooking the beach.
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9. The Penthouse Suite at the Grand Hyatt Cannes Hôtel Martinez
At a quaint $37,500 a night, the Penthouse Suite at the Hotel Martinez in Cannes offers views of the Bay of Cannes (from a terrace Jacuzzi, of course), and two king-size bedrooms. Strangely, compared to the other suites on this list, the Grand Hyatt’s amenities list, rather than using the words “opulence,” “luxury,” and, “gold-leaf covered heated toilet seat,” lists things like “wireless internet,” “a bathrobe,” and “Windows that open.” Don’t let that understated description fool you, though — according to Billionaire.com it is the fourth most expensive hotel room in the world.
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10. The Hilltop Estate Owner’s Accommodation at the Laucala Island Resort in Fiji
Not only is this villa $40,000 a night, but you can’t just book the room. You have to apply for the privilege of giving them enough money to pay the equivalent of most four-year in-state college tuitions over the course of a day.
The entire island is owned by Red Bull’s billionaire owner and consists of 25 villas, but this is the best. It has panoramic views of the island, free massages, horse rides on the beach, and I imagine it allows you to hunt the deadliest game of all: man.
The webpage — which uses the word “opulent” like it’s a good thing — also says it provides a private cook, a chauffeur, and a private nanny. It will, and I quote, make your “undreamt of pleasures come true.” Which sounds like an underestimation of the weird pleasures people dream about.
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11. The Ty Warner Penthouse at the Four Seasons in New York
Photo: Used with permission of Four Seasons
The Ty Warner Suite at the Four Seasons in New York will set you back a cool $45,000 a night. It’s the highest hotel room in New York, with a 360 view of the city, and it took seven years and $50 million dollars to build. The room has its own art concierge and also a huge library. It only houses three — with accommodations for a child (and let’s be honest, the only child that will ever stay here is Prince George).
Here’s their website’s pathologically detailed description of the bathroom: “The master bathroom is entirely clad in custom slabs of rare Chinese onyx and includes sinks carved from solid blocks of rock crystal, underlit with LED lighting. Unwind in a chromatherapy infinity soak tub or an oversized Dornbracht steam rain shower with six body jets. Other features include a Toto Neorest toilet with wireless remote, sensors and heated seat, and floors with radiant heat. The walls, ceiling and sink in the jewel-like guest powder room are fashioned from semi-precious tiger’s eye stone.”
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12. The Sky Villa at the Palms Resort in Las Vegas
At $40,000 a night, the Sky Villa offers a private glass elevator, a glass spa jutting out over the balcony with views of the strip, a dry sauna, and 24-hour butler service. There are actually a few Sky Villas, but the most luxurious one is called the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa. Because it’s Vegas, so of course.
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13. Burj Al Arab in Dubai
No catalog of the gaudily expensive would be complete without a mention of Dubai. While many of our other hotels on this list get a spot by merely having an absurdly expensive and luxurious suite, the Burj Al Arab gets on for having nothing but absurdly expensive luxury suites.
All of their suites are duplexes, and the cheapest of them is $2,000 a night. Not including taxes and fees. The most expensive is around $12,000. This may well be — overall — the most expensive hotel in the world.
The amenities? You can get around in their Rolls-Royce, Mercedes, and helicopter transfer services. Or take advantage of their personalized butlers. Also, you can go to their four swimming pools and private beach, or get free access to a nearby waterpark. It’s a great place to go to show your complete contempt for the concept of moderation.
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14. The Shahi Mahal Suite at the Raj Palace Hotel in Jaipur, India
This suite at the Raj Palace Hotel costs $45,000. For a night. It’s got six bedrooms, a private theater, a library, and private kitchen staff, but again: It’s 45 grand a night. It’s a particularly good fit if you’re a Bond villain, royalty, or need a nice place to get together with some friends for a trip of a lifetime in India.
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15. The Royal Penthouse Suite at the Hotel President Wilson in Geneva, Switzerland
At 60,000 Swiss Francs a night — or about $68,000 — this is the most expensive hotel room in the world. The suite has hosted the likes of Bill Gates and Michael Douglas and includes its own private elevator, gym, and pool table; it has maximum security, a Steinway Grand Piano, and a panoramic view of Lake Geneva.
The good news is that it sleeps up to six people (it has 12 bedrooms and bathrooms, but the site says it only sleeps six). So you can split the price with your other comically rich friends.
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A version of this article was previously published on May 10, 2014, and was updated on April 11, 2022.
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We all have a splurge-worthy dream that involves getting the best that the world has to offer without sparing any extravagances. And some of those destinations sound more enticing than others due to their premium, world-class hotels. If this doesn?t intrigue your wanderlust, how about checking out the details of the most expensive hotels in the world. We picked up these after scanning several web sources like Wealthy Gorilla, Highsnobiety, and Travel Top list each of which released their own list of top 20, top 15, and top 10 most expensive hotels in the world. We just picked the best seven for you:
7. Soneva Jani, Maldives
?Spectacular? is the only word that comes to mind when Soneva Jani is mentioned. There is nothing low-key or in-budget about this resort, even the entry-level villas are filled to be the brim with world-class features. While booking you can choose from its seven room categories which include a 4-bedroom villa with a waterslide and private wine cellar. If you want to get lost in the woods, there are villas in mangrove forests. Going alone, you can get the basic 2-bedroom villa that is sprawled across 4, 424 square feet with two floors. The stay in villa is an out-of-the-world experience itself but if your explorer side calls out to you there is plenty to seek around and in the resort. The latest price for a mid-tier suite as in January 2022 stood at $6, 130 per night. And if you want to extend the splurge limit there are several all-inclusive options available for all categories. It is not the most expensive but among the most luxurious hotels in the world.
6. The Royal Suite – Burj Al-Arab
A well-known member of the most expensive hotels community, Burj Al-Arab was one of the first seven-star hotels in the world. And when you visit the place it not only lives up to the expectations but exceeds all at some points. The shape of this building resembles a ship?s sail and it stands on an artificially constructed island that can only be accessed through a private bridge. Everything is top-notch including its underwater restaurants accessible through a submarine. The hotel has a private helipad approx. 210 metres above sea level. If you are looking for a royal experience, you can get the royal suite for @ 28, 000 per night. The suite sprawls across 780 square metres with two floors, 22-carat gold decorations, a private dining area, spa, private lounge, private butler, and a team of staff that stands ready at your beck and call. $ 28,000 doesn?t sound a lot for such a royal experience, does it??
5. The Plaza, New York City
If you are a fan of American cinema, then you may have heard the mention of Plaza every then and now. Every girl who wishes for a lavish, modern-day princess style wedding wants to take her vows at the Plaza. If you are looking for extravagance then you may want to take a peek at its Royal Suite. It will cost you $40, 000 a night and you can reach it using a private lift exclusively accessible to its owner. Upon entering, you get into a grand living room fitted with state-of-the-art luxuries and amenities. Along with it, it has 3 bedrooms, a lounge, 3 bathrooms, an exclusive dining room that can accommodate 12 individuals, and a personal fitness room. Looking for a spectacular view of the New York skyline, just take a look out of the bedroom window and you will find the fifth avenue at level with your eyes. And if you are looking to just chill out all day in the room, the private butler service will take care of everything day and night for you.
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4. The Hilltop Villa
It is an affluent-only paradise located on the Laucala island in Fiji. A single night stay here costs $45, 000 which includes a four-acre villa distributed in three distinct villas. The first villa is named The Delana and it has a master bedroom, a library, a walk-in wardrobe, a private large-sized pool with a waterfall, a living room, a hot tub, and a solid wood soaking tub. ?The Dua? is the second villa with similar specs but can accommodate two and it has sliding doors separating the rooms. And ?The Rua? is the third one with a big private pool and a separate living room. It is a perfect getaway with family and friends.
3. Ty Warner Penthouse – Four Seasons
Another one from New York, this one is named after its owner. Its luxury suite will cost you $60, 000 per night which includes a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of New York City from its four balconies. The suite includes one bedroom, a rock crystal master bathroom, a spa, a private elevator, a chauffeured Rolls Royce at disposal, a 24/7 dedicated guest manager, and a panorama infinity tub. And if you still need something more you can always enjoy the unlimited massages that the hotel offers during the stay.
2. Empathy Suite – The Palms
A Las Vegas special, this one breaks the 5-figure price tag for the most expensive hotels in the world. When you pick the $1, 00, 000 suite, you get massage tables, two master bedrooms, a salt relaxation room, a private tour of the art collection of the Palms, and a cantilevered jacuzzi. This hotel suite is a heaven for art connoisseurs as the place includes custom furniture and six Damian Hurst originals along with his motifs. So, all those who are die-heart fans of Damian Hurst with some extra cash, you can always get a treat for yourself.
1. Lover?s Deep – Luxury Submarine Hotel
This Luxury Submarine Hotel is currently the most expensive hotel in the world that costs $ 150, 000 for a night. It doesn?t offer the same experience as the rest of the hotels on this list as you will need to take a submarine ride to get to this hotel. But if you are okay going underwater, it is the hotel for you. It is a 5-star facility located in St Lucia and can be reached from around the Caribbean. A stay at this hotel will get you a private captain, chef, butler, to-and-fro submarine transfers, helicopter transfers, champagne-soaked breakfasts, beach landings, and everything you expect from a five-star hotel. You can customize your voyage as per your personal preferences and the captain will abide by your commands. The hotel offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for anyone who believes in living every moment to its best.
