Burj Al Arab is the most famous hotel in the world. Designed to resemble a billowing sail, the hotel is built on an island and soars to a height of 321 metres. At night, it is an unforgettable sight, surrounded by choreographed colour sculptures of water and fire. Every room is a duplex suite with plasma televisions, sweeping staircases, lifts, dining and reception rooms. All offer panoramic views of the Gulf or Dubai and every guest has a personal butler. Luxury doesn’t get better than this.