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Checking In: Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur

A statement of eco-chic, the launch of Parkroyal Collection was flushed with success and scooped Pan Pacific Hotels Group seventh consecutive Asia’s Leading Green Hotel Award last year. Now, the Singapore-based hotel owner has brought the award-winning concept to the heart of Kuala Lumpur.

Designed by world-renowned FDAT Architecture, the Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur — the first franchise outside of Singapore — is nestled at prestigious shopping hub Bukit Bintang and home to a total of 527 rooms and suites with the luxury of verdant foliage to match. Perfect for city dwellers and tourists who seek to take in the beauty of greenery, the green lung in the form of hospitality beckons with roof terrace greenery and vertical garden facade with sky planters.

A stay at the 5-star hotel is a guarantee of relaxed time whether you are looking for a short getaway after bouts of working days or cosy stay that is accessible to the the capital. At here, an array of mood-boosting facilities awaits such as St Gregory spa for healing therapies, a modern gymnasium and fitness studio for a quick workout session and a swimming pool with lounge area for a balmy sunbathing.

When it comes to the green oasis in the midst of hustle and bustle of city life, the accommodations on offer are something to look forward to. From en suite bathroom with a view of the city and a spacious executive workspace, there is a plethora of rooms and suites to choose from including Urban Deluxe Room, Lifestyle Premier Room, Collection Club Room and Collection Club Premier Room, not to mention the soon-to-be-launched suites catered to different luxury pursuits.

You will be happy to know that the hotel operate with environmental consciousness in mind like sustainable bathroom amenities, biodegradable packaging, filtered drinking water solution in every guestroom, and a food-waste management system.

The Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur is now open. Discover more about it here.

Welfare Projects By Bali hotel Alila Seminyak

In an effort to conserve the beauty of Bali’s nature and give back to the society, Alila Seminyak has launched three welfare projects for the cause –  Bali Coins, Nurture Culture and Nurture Nature and A Day with Alila.

Bali Coins is a fundraising program created to elevate the living and build a brighter future for the orphans by providing financial assistance to their health, well being and education. It also aims to create awareness on critical health risks, prevention and care.

As a benchmark leader of eco-sustainable, Alila will also help to solve the issue of excess ceremonial waste as the luxury hotel highlights on its Nurture Culture and Nurture Nature agenda to tackle the pollution issues in Bali.

Giving back to the society aside, Alila will also organise fun activities with local elementary school students with A Day with Alila project. The objective of the project is to offer creative opportunities to the students encouraging them to discover their own interests and to pave way for their future.

From Maldives to Monaco to Manhattan, Here are the 10 Most Luxurious Hotel Rooms

We have covered the most expensive yachts, and so this time we’re jumping to our next favourite luxury item: hotels. Boasting lush furnishings and designer interiors, luxury hotel rooms each have their own character. From floor to ceiling glass windows to infinity pools, we bring to you the list of the top 10 most expensive luxury hotel rooms to date.

1 | The Royal Penthouse Suite, President Wilson Hotel, Geneva

The most expensive hotel room on this list is the Royal Penthouse Suite at the President Wilson Hotel in Geneva. For more than £50,000 per night, you can lounge on a 1,700 square metre terrace with stunning views of the mountain-lined Lake Geneva. IF you’re feeling up to it, you could play a few tunes on the Steinway grand piano, wash in your pick of 12 marble bathrooms and sleep soundly behind bulletproof glass. No wonder this is the most costly of the lot!

2 | Owner’s Villa, Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives

This abode is designed by renowned designer Jean Michel Gathy. The stunning villa rests on its own private island, giving guests time away from the bustle of the mainland. The villa is home to four bedrooms, and has a 25-metre swimming pool and outdoor shower. With dedicated chefs to cater to your taste buds and only provides quality Guerlain products for your comfort, this villa is sure to provide a luxurious experience. Price provided upon request.

3 | Ty Warner Penthouse, Four Seasons Hotel New York, New York

Fancy looking down at the glorious city that never sleeps? This hotel room is your best bet! The highest hotel suite in New York City, Four Season Hotel New York’s Ty Warner Penthouse is designed by renowned architect I.M Pei and Peter Marino. The suite is a vision of elegance and uses artisan materials—stamped Venetian velvet, Chinese onyx and Japanese silk—for its interiors. With four glass balconies and floor to ceiling windows, enjoy your stay with uninterrupted 360-degree views. A night’s stay costs £36,956.

4 | Hilltop Villa, Laucala Island, Fiji

Escape from reality at this glorious tropical paradise for £34,086. Perched atop Laucala’s high green hills, the Hilltop Villa at Laucala Island boast panoramic views from its lap pool. Despite its unusual design, the villa is no less luxurious. Guests will have access to verdant, landscaped gardens as well as to a nanny, private cook and chauffeur. What’s more, they can also explore the plantations and beaches on the estate’s Fijian horses.

5 | The Palace, Jumeirah Bodrum Palace, Bodrum

Located along the coastline of Bodrum, this spectacular hotel is the one stop place for opulence and luxury. With accommodations ranging from villas to suites, each room offers a spectacular view of the Aegean Sea. This resort covers 110,000 square metres, and for £28,872 a night, you won’t ever be bored. The pool even has gold lion statues!

6 | Shahi Mahal Suite, Raj Palace, Jaipur

Live like a Maharaja for just £28,595!  An actual palace built in the 1700s, step into a piece of history. The suite is dressed in ivory and gold accents, proving to be the definition of opulence. Accessed through a private entrance through the Charbagh gardens and decorated in gold leaf, the suite has a theatre, library and roof terrace with whirlpool tub.

7 | Penthouse Suite, Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez, Cannes

Another hotel steeped in history, the Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez has hosted many celebrities and stars during the annual Cannes Film Festival. The suite is one of the largest in Europe, and overlooks the Boulevard de la Croisette, the Bay of Cannes and the hotel’s private beach. Prices start at £27,416 for the suite.

8 | Amanyara Villa at Amanyara in the Turks and Caicos

Known for being one of the best hotels in the industry, Aman resorts does it again. Combining indoor and outdoor living, lounge around in this £22,540 luxury villa in the Turks and Caicos. Take a dip in the black infinity pool or sit back and relax on one of the many day beds. Rooms are serviced by plenty of staff, with golf buggies provided for easy access around the 18,000-acre nature reserve the hotel occupies.

9 | Presidential Suite, St Regis, New York

With floor to ceiling windows that overlook Fifth Avenue, best for a little city living.  For a true Upper East Side experience, guests are allowed to access the hotel’s Day & Night Bentley Fleet. Costing £22,539 a night, the plush accommodation is guaranteed to give you one of the most comfortable stays ever.

10 | Two Storey Sky Villa, Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas

Last on our list is this magnificent penthouse in Las Vegas. Sin City is home to the grandest and biggest hotels in the world, so it’s no doubt that Palms Casino Resort is one of the 10 on this list. For £22,531 (weekends) and £12,893 (weekday), you’ll have access to a rotating bed, glass elevator, and an amazing glass enclosed swimming pool overlooking The Strip. The penthouse also has a dry sauna as well as 24-hour butler service for your needs.

For more luxurious hotels, see the full list on Telegraph UK.

Words by Teri Chong.

From: Luxuo.

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