Usually, you'll find our test driver Martin Ring sitting behind the wheels of some of the world's most exclusive cars. Normally, he's busy examining torque, agility and gap dimensions. This time, we thought we'd treat him to a change; we sent Martin off to test a hotel and give that exhausted right foot a rest.... More ... Lenkerhof Alpine Resort, Lenk/Switzerland www.lenkerhof.ch There are no rooms in this hotel. You won't find a lift either. And if it's nightlife you're after, then you'd better book somewhere else. But if your next trip takes you to the United Arab Emirates, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity of spending at least one night at the Al Maha hotel. More ... Al Maha Desert Resort, Dubai www.al-maha.com Spectacular views for all those stressed-out city high-fliers, restless businesspeople or anybody who wants to relax in true style. At the front is the lake, while lush forests can be found at the back. The little dream palace offers perfect peace and tranquillity: a four-poster bed fit for kings - and queens. More ... Chateau de la Verrerie, Aubigny-sur-Nère www.chateaux-france.com The best chance of a birdie or even an eagle is afforded the guests of the hotel. The approach to the green from hole 10 can be scouted out from the balcony with a glass of fine wine on the evening before. More ... Golf Hotel Guadalmina, Marbella www.hotelguadalmina.com A throne with a roof, equipped with every conceivable luxury and truly fit for receiving kings and emperors. The excellent cuisine is Mediterranean. The rooms boast antique furnishings and the service exceeds even the high standards one expects in an international hotel. More ... Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, Sorrento www.exvitt.it The new magnet for discerning tourists is called La Residencia, a hotel that more than satisfies even the most demanding of tastes: First rate cuisine, enchanting views and a cocoon of discrete luxury ensure that the streams of daytime tourists are soon forgotten. More ... La Residencia, Deia www.hotel-laresidencia.com It doesn't always have to be a 250sqm suite with an indoor pool, supersize TV and gigantic reception area. There are times when a pocket-sized paradise is the perfect place to find pure relaxation. On the way down to the Côte d’Azur, between Avignon and Nice, you'll find a charming hotel with beautiful interiors. More ... Mas des Gres Lagnes - France www.masdesgres.com For almost 100 years Suvretta House has been an institution in St. Moritz. Guests who entrust themselves to the hospitality of the "Suvrettans" always leave looking forward to their next arrival. More ... Suvretta House, St. Moritz www.suvrettahouse.ch Anyone who refers to the Villa D'Este in Cernobbio as a mere hotel will be greeted with protest, and quite rightly so. Built in 1568, the garden added by Cardinal Ippolito d'Este still attracts botanists and photographers from all around the world. More ... Villa D'Este, Cernobbio www.villadeste.it TOP