Bangkok, Thailand

Capped with its trademark golden dome, the Lebua occupies one of Asia’s tallest skyscrapers, the 68-floor State Tower – a soaring pinnacle of concrete and glass famous above all for its rooftop Sky Bar, where you can wine and dine with the entire city spread below you. The panoramas are no less enthralling from the suites downstairs, which all come with their own separate living rooms, bedrooms and kitchenettes. Go for one facing the Chao Phraya, and you’ll be able to savour the river vistas from the luxury of your own private balcony. World-class, five-star facilities include an open-air pool with terrace café, state-of-the-art fitness centre and spa.