New Delhi: If you thought a castle holiday in Europe or a beach holiday in New Zealand is super-expensive then think again.
Real luxury travelers know that their specialized tastes call for only the best. From a Rolls-Royce ride from the airport to a personal shopper and adviser, luxurious spa treatments, and a poem on your pillow, there are plenty of services that you can avail in some of India's uber-luxe suites.
Take a look at some of the most expensive hotels of India when money is no object.
The Leela Palace, New Delhi
Tariff: Rs 550,000 plus taxes for a night
Famous guests: Tom Cruise, Akon, King Juan Carlos I of Spain
Book the Maharaja suite and you'll have a Rolls Royce Phantom at your disposal. The Leela Palace New Delhi perfectly exemplifies the grace and elegance of Lutyens' Delhi. Located at the heart of the prestigious Diplomatic Enclave area, the hotel is in proximity to the Presidential Palace, the Prime Minister's office, a number of embassies, the central business district and a host of historical monuments. The Presidential Suite spans over 4,300 square feet and comes with gold-leaf ceilings, intricate wood work, and handpicked pure-silver objet d'art. An opulent Indian dining experience is offered at Jamavar, modern global dining at The Qube, an exclusive Japanese culinary experience at Megu, a gastronomically entertaining evening at Le Cirque and a sophisticated retreat at The Library for wines and liqueurs
The Suite's bathroom has Bvlgari toiletries, an anti-frost Ad Nortam mirror television and Jacuzzi. The suite features two living rooms and a personal gym. Also thrown in is a private study stocked with rare leather-bound tomes, a private dining room for 12, a butler pantry and a couple's spa.
