( DEPARTURES ) -- A hotel suite ought to leave an impression—these eight most certainly do . DEPARTURES : 10 stunning hotel penthouses . No matter the destination , and no matter the reason for being there , the allure of a hotel suite knows no bounds . A suite is a hotel 's first-class seat , often the most desired room and the epitome of hospitality done right . Be it palatial or cozy , high-design or low-key , it offers a place to eat , sleep , dress , entertain , observe or just plain lounge . The overall effect can be irresistible . DEPARTURES : Top fashion designer hotels and suites . Many hotels have taken their suite offerings to ( literally ) new heights . London 's Corinthia Hotel , for instance , houses the 5,000-square-foot Royal Penthouse , which contains its own spa-treatment pod and a striking spiral staircase ( among other luxe touches ) and is the largest two-bedroom hotel residence in that city . The chic Arts Suite at the design-driven Hotel Arts Barcelona offers guests special extras , such as helicopter transport to lunch at one of Spain 's Michelin-starred restaurants , or electric Smart cars to drive around town . DEPARTURES : The perfet New York hotel rooms | World 's most outrageous hotel perks . While size is often a major selling point , it is n't the only measure of success . Taking cues from the outside environment can turn an already spectacular setting into something extraordinary . The Girijaala Suite at Amangiri in Canyon Point , Utah , takes full advantage of its superb desert locale , incorporating natural elements into its design and maximizing views of the Entrada Sandstone mesas . And in Marrakech , the Atlas Deluxe Suite at Selman is perched on 15 acres of parkland and offers unprecedented views of the Atlas Mountains , as well as the hotel 's 16 Arabian horses . DEPARTURES : Stunning hotel dining room views . Award-winning actress Vivien Leigh once said , `` I need something truly beautiful to look at in hotel rooms . '' These suites have beautiful views of all kinds covered , but they also create an experience that conforms to every need , making for a truly unforgettable stay . DEPARTURES : Spectacular hotel rooftop pools . See more of the world 's best hotel suites at Departures.com . © 2010 American Express Publishing Corporation . All rights reserved .
A hotel 's lobby is often its most desired feature and the center of attention . Chicago 's Corinthia Hotel 's penthouse is the largest two - bedroom hotel residence in the city . The suite rooms are luxe : Everything from desert sand to Arabian horses enhance the rooms .