Where billionaires sleep: inside the world’s most expensive hotel suites

Andrea Thompson

ByAndrea Thompson

September 19, 2025

In the upper echelon of business travel, where privacy, prestige, and perfection are non-negotiable, a handful of hotel suites stand as monuments to excess.

These are not mere accommodations, they are sanctuaries of influence, indulgence, and imagination.

From Las Vegas to Dubai, Geneva to New York, these suites command nightly rates that rival the cost of a luxury car, offering experiences that transcend hospitality and redefine what it means to travel in style.

Empathy Suite – Las Vegas

Designed by contemporary artist Damien Hirst, the Empathy Suite at Palms Casino Resort is part gallery, part fantasy. Spanning over 9,000 square feet, it features:

• Two king bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling views of the Strip
• 12 marble-clad bathrooms with bespoke toiletries and plush robes
• A salt therapy room, private massage suite, and fitness area
• A 13-seat bar embedded with medical paraphernalia, and a 24-seat dining room
• Six original Hirst artworks, including formaldehyde-preserved sharks
• A cantilevered infinity pool with butterfly mosaic tiles
• Entertainment spaces including a media room, game room, and custom foosball and pool tables

Guests are pampered with 24-hour butler service, curated in-room dining, and luxury amenities that reflect Hirst’s signature motifs—from monogrammed towels to designer bath products.

Royal Mansion – Dubai

Perched atop Atlantis The Royal, this 11,000-square-foot duplex penthouse is a modern palace in the sky. It offers:

• Four bedrooms, including dual master suites with his-and-her steam rooms
• Walk-in wardrobes, dressing rooms, and a safe room
• A private foyer with 100-year-old olive trees, and an in-suite elevator
• A 476-square-metre terrace with infinity pool, outdoor kitchen, and sunken Majlis
• A library, bar, and entertainment room with a 98-inch LED screen
• Indoor games including a Louis Vuitton ping pong table and an $18,000 marble backgammon set

Guests receive Hermès bath amenities, gold-plated toothbrushes and razors, and Italian Frette robes. The bedding features 800-thread-count linens and a seven-option pillow menu, while bathrooms are fitted with Toto smart toilets and freestanding tubs with skyline views.

Royal Penthouse Suite – Geneva

Occupying the entire top floor of Hotel President Wilson, this 18,000-square-foot suite is a fortress of discretion. It includes:
• 12 bedrooms and 12 marble bathrooms
• Bulletproof windows and a private security team
• A Steinway grand piano, private lift, and panoramic views of Lake Geneva
• A conference room, library, and dining room for 26 guests

Favoured by heads of state and royalty, it’s the ultimate in secure luxury.

The Mark Penthouse – New York City

The largest hotel suite in the U.S., this 10,000-square-foot duplex at The Mark Hotel offers:

• Five bedrooms and six bathrooms
• A rooftop terrace with views over Central Park
• A private ballroom, library, and conservatory
• Access to a personal chef, trainer, and chauffeured car service

It’s a Manhattan mansion in the sky, ideal for hosting high-level meetings or private celebrations.

Ty Warner Penthouse – New York City

At the Four Seasons, this 4,300-square-foot suite offers:

• 360-degree views of Manhattan
• A cantilevered glass balcony and private spa
• A personal butler, Rolls-Royce chauffeur, and exclusive access to elite amenities

Lover’s Deep Submarine – St. Lucia

For the ultimate escape, this underwater suite offers:

• A fully submersible luxury vessel with marine views
• Private chef and crew
• Customisable itineraries and complete seclusion

At $150,000 per night, it’s the most expensive—and most unique—accommodation in the world.

These suites aren’t just places to stay—they’re environments designed to impress, inspire, and insulate. For the business traveller who operates at the highest level, they offer the ultimate blend of discretion and drama. Whether closing a deal or celebrating one, this is where power sleeps in style.

 

Andrea Thompson

ByAndrea Thompson

Andrea can be found either in the Travelling For Business office or around the globe enjoying a city break, visiting new locations or sampling some of the best restaurants all work related of course!