Long one of the world's top hotels, the Savoy was the first ever with private bathrooms in every room, and was originally brought to glory by the world's most famous hotelier, Cesar Ritz, and most famous chef, August Escoffier.

FORBES: The Savoy, London

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When the new AKA Beverly Hills opened on 6 March three blocks from Rodeo Drive, it will be the first property in the world to feature dishes delivered by Spago, the famous flagship restaurant of Oscars caterer and TV personality chef Wolfgang Puck.

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Classic butler service was reintroduced, the famous Afternoon Tea room had its original glass cupola restored, the Savoy Grill was redone under the watch of Chef Gordon Ramsay, the lobby, the house cars, every element was fully updated and brought to the highest standards.

FORBES: The Savoy, London