Main image: At $80,000 per night, the Royal Penthouse Suite at Hotel President Wilson in Geneva, Switzerland is just about as grandiose as they come, with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc and a living room that fits dozens of guests at a time. Heads of state are frequent guests here thanks to extensive safety features such as a panic button, bulletproofed windows and cameras.
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