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Tuesday, June 29, 2004
The World's Most Expensive Hotels

It's no secret that Tom Cruise flies to Fiji, Tyra Banks jets off to Jamaica and Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas frolic in Florence. But only "Extra" unlocks the spots the stars go for relaxation, some spoiling and seclusion.

Travel expert Anastasia Mann helped us uncover the world's hottest hotels, which all offer celebrities something they can't have at most hideaways. "These places take great care of celebrities," Mann told us. "Special amenities, special security measures -- they just treat them extraordinarily."

George V, Paris
Cost: $500 to $1,500 per night
View: the Eiffel Tower and Champs Elysees
Famous faces: Sharon Stone, Julia Roberts and Johnny Depp are known to frequent here.
Bonus features: Guards secure star identities, special entrances for celebrities.
"George V in Paris is one of the most beautiful hotels in Europe today," says Mann.

La Mamounia, Morocco
View: overlooking the ancient mosques of Marrakech
Famous faces: Film legends Liz Taylor and Harrison Ford relish the royal treatment at this hotel.
Bonus features: Carriage rides, Victorian-style suites, tunnels used for celebrity confidentiality.

Rajvilas Hotel, India
View: the Taj Mahal
Famous faces: Naomi Campbell, Rob Lowe and Paul McCartney are known to visit.
Mann's take: "This hotel has become a favorite resting place for celebrities."

Europa Regina Hotel, Venice

Famous faces: Mel Gibson always reserves the Monet Suite.
Bonus features: Legendary painter Monet lived here and was inspired by the charming canals.

The Excelsior, Rome
Cost: $25,000 per night
Bonus features: rooms have their own spa, indoor pool and movie theatre; hotel has secret tunnels and backdoor entrances.
Bonus fact: Most expensive hotel rooms in the world.


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