Maestro Suite at The Dolder Grand Hotel, Zurich, Switzerland

Proposition: This established hotel has just undergone a US $65 million refurbishmen and re-opened this summer. Its design is inspired by the famous Austrian conductor Herbert von Karajan.

Style setting: Subtly coloured sofas and chaises-lounges, together with a bar and fireplace complete the distinctive club style. The suite's private lounge-style terrace boasts breathtaking views of the city of Zurich, the lake and the Alps.

Accomodation: The two-tier, top-class suite offers occupants some 400m² (4300ft²) of living space.

Key facilities: Each of the two bedrooms has its own luxurious bathroom finished in pale marble and in addition to the whirlpool and steam shower, one of them also features a sauna.

Price: US $14,000 per night.

Website: www.doldergrand.ch

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Monarch Suite at The Monarch Dubai HOTEL, Dubai

Proposition: Touted as the hotel's crowning glory.

Style setting: A private butler waits in attendance in the suite's exclusive foyer. Two hand-carved grand wooden Arabic-style double doors sweep open to receive guests into the first of two Majlis.

Accomodation: Located on the 32nd and 33rd floor of the hotel, The Monarch Suite offers 1130m² of classic luxury.

Key facilities: The suite features two Majlis, a dining room, a private movie theatre and library, three en-suite bedrooms and an extensive outdoor area with private terrace, pool, steam room, sauna and BBQ area.

Price: AED 42,800 (US $11,655) per night.

Website: www.themonarchdubai.com