Deftly blending the old and the new, Lotte New York Palace occupies both a landmark 19th-century mansion and a 55-story modern tower in the middle of Manhattan. New York’s first five-star hotel, it overlooks St Patrick’s Cathedral, and the ever-fashionable Fifth Avenue is just a block away. The Jewel Suite, found on the 20th floor, is quite the gem (excuse the pun) — it was designed in collaboration with renowned jeweler Martin Katz. The 5,000-sq-ft triplex suite’s sumptuous decor is inspired by Katz’s love of architecture, fine art, jewel tones, wine and rare cars — upon entering the suite’s grand two-story salon, a cascading chandelier spills from above. Guests of the suite get a number of extras, too, like a Maybach car service and a diamond ring designed by Katz himself.