Spectacular Facilities at the Top of Great Hotels of the World

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. October 14, 2008

LONDON, UK, January 14, 2006. Great Hotels of the World, the global luxury hotel marketing alliance, represents some of the world's most luxurious hotels. All of the hotels in the organisation are different, however there are a few that stand out due to spectacular facilities at the height of the building. Whether it's a gym, a restaurant or a pool, the rooftop specialities enable guests to enjoy various activities while taking in some breathtaking views of the surrounding areas. We have rounded up a few of the best....

Hesperia Tower, Barcelona

Hesperia Tower is Barcelona's newest five-star hotel, due to open on 16 January 2006. The 27-floor building is set to be one of the city's tallest and most iconic. The hotel's most dominant feature will be its unique glass dome at the top of the hotel's 105m tower. The dome will house the panoramic 'Evo' restaurant, which will be headed by Michelin starred chef Santi Santamaria. There are no pillars or obstructions so guests are offered uninterrupted views over the city. The 45-cover restaurant, due to open in April 2006 is already taking bookings.

Additionally there are duplex suites on the 26th and 27th floors complete with a Jacuzzi positioned in the window ledge so guests can enjoy panoramic views over Barcelona. All rooms have floor to ceiling windows to emphasise the views.

http://www.ghotw.com/hesperia-tower

King George II Palace, Athens

As a former royal palace, the King George II Palace in Athens is an opulent historic landmark offering spectacular views overlooking the ancient Acropolis. However the hotel's exclusive ninth floor Royal Penthouse Suite offers the height of luxury fit for a king. Larger than most city apartments, the 300 sqm suite occupies the entire ninth floor - with enough space for 120 people. It has a private elevator, steam room, Jacuzzi, separate entrances for guests and staff, and its own butler and limousine as standard. The highlight is a private terrace with an unsurpassed view of the city, which can be enjoyed from its own private swimming pool, hand-laid with mosaic tiles. The Suite has played host to Aristotle Onassis, Maria Callas, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco, Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, Frank Sinatra, and Francois Mitterrand.

http://www.ghotw.com/king-george-II

Hotel Majestic, Barcelona

The Hotel Majestic in Barcelona also has its own premiere top floor luxury, a fully equipped fitness centre which occupies the entire rooftop level. The fitness centre includes a pool, sauna, sunbathing deck and gym with a personal trainer. The 25 sqm pool is dominated by a coloured mural by Philip Stanton that helps to embellish the incredible views over Paseo de Gracia and the rest of the city. There is also a solarium made of natural wood to dry off in the sun or tan on the terrace while the gym comes equipped with free weights, body-building and cardiovascular machines, television and music entertainment channels. The terrace is available for private functions where guests can enjoy the panoramic views while they take a dip in the pool.

http://www.ghotw.com/hotel-majestic-barcelona