Hotel Villa Real, Madrid, Spain
A revered five-star hotel that doesn't pull any punches when it comes to luxury and opulence, Villa Magna twins its treasure trove of ancient antiques and artefacts with post-modern touches like the Art Deco lobby and Warhol-inspired bar and restaurant.
Airy, bi-level rooms have balconies or terraces that take full advantage of the prime Museum District location, with privileged views of the Parque del Retiro, Botanical Gardens or Paseo de la Castellana.