Presidential suites have come a long way since they first made an appearance in luxury hotels in the early 1900s. Originally designed as comfortable, spacious dwellings for dignitaries and heads of state—with ensuite bathrooms!—a presidential suite may now occupy 3,000 square feet, a palace of one’s own. Expect multiple bedrooms, dining rooms, private art collections on display, wet bars, and personalized wellness rooms—all accessed by private elevator and served by a 24-hour butler and concierge.
John Clifford, a Virtuoso luxury travel advisor, says part of the allure of a presidential suite (beyond the opulence, personalized service, and additional security) is the history. “The term ‘presidential suite’ has historic roots that [date back] to President Woodrow Wilson, who demanded specific accommodations when he traveled,” says Clifford. “This legacy adds an intangible layer of significance.”
Though it raises the question: Is a 120-year-old notion of dignified luxury still valid? Or is the presidential suite an outdated model that should concede defeat to its modern successors?
“Presidential suites are no longer the old, historical version of themselves,” says Clifford. “These days they encompass over-the-top, bespoke setups like a secluded, multi-bedroom ‘presidential villa’ only reachable by boat.”
And the use? Presidential suites aren’t just for sleeping. “The idea of entertaining in a luxurious suite is currently super popular,” says Jason Squatriglia, an Embark Beyond luxury travel advisor and concierge to celebrities. “It’s likely a combination of trend, culture, and psychology, but it is also about practicality—these luxury hotels know how to make anything possible in their esteemed spaces. Ultimately, I think it’s all about having prime space in a world-class setting . . . that makes it all worthwhile.”
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