If you have a few thousand euros to splash on a night away, you could book a room with a private recording studio or a penthouse that can be transformed into a giant ballroom.
The deep yearning for comfort and luxury has resulted in the opening of some of the most expensive hotels in the world. You can trace this trend back to the 19th century in Europe when hotels began to offer services beyond simply lodging.
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