Luxury Perks of the Rich

Luxury Perks of the Rich

Luxury Perks of the Rich - Luxury hotel services, A tanning butler? How about a special guitar to jam with in your room? These hotels clearly had the 1 percent in mind when they designed these decadent services. Read on for a voyeuristic peek into the lives of the people who the 99 percent love to hate.

Ride in style

Hotel: The Carlyle New York

The economic crisis might have killed many of the extras in some upscale hotels, but the Carlyle in New York keeps the bar high. This historic property pampers its guests from the moment they walk through the door, with the most unique amenity a dedicated person who transports you not only to your room, but to New York's golden days.

Don’t miss a spot


Hotel: Ritz-Carlton South Beach

Relaxing by the pool at the upscale Ritz-Carlton means not even having to do a lot, including caring for sunblock. ABC News referred to the gig as "the world's best job," and it could be one of the most envied in South Beach, a place known for sculptural figures and perfect tans.

One log or two?


The luxury service


Hotel: Taj Boston

While the tanning butler at the Ritz-Carlton South Beach makes your pool experience easy and relaxing, the special butler at the Taj Boston makes it romantic and cozy.

Deluxe spin


Hotel: Rancho Valencia Resort, San Diego

Some hotels have free shuttle service to the airport, others a free house car, but few hotels offer guests the possibility of test driving one of the newest models of an upscale carmaker.

Kick out the jams


Hotel: Hard Rock Hotel San Diego 

The Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego has teamed up with a famous musical instrument manufacturer (which one?) to offer guests the ultimate rock experience during their stay.

You rang?


Hotel: Parrot Cay and COMO Shambhala Retreat 

Need strawberries at 3 a.m.? Help with planning a day trip? The luxury service at the Parrot Cay on the Turks and Caicos Islands has your back if you're staying in one of the hotel's two-bedroom beach villas, or a larger unit.

Extreme luxury


Hotel: One&Only Palmilla Resort, San Cabos, San Lucas

When planning a stay in the One&Only Palmilla in Cabo San Lucas, you have to be well aware of what that's going to cost you, but everything — from the rooms to the restaurants to the amenities — is on par with the most exclusive properties around the world.