There are a handful of hotels in the world that act not only as accommodations, but as landmarks, too. The Regent Esplanade in Zagreb, Croatia is one of them.
The Art Nouveau gem rises over the central Donji Grad district, home to the city's best museums, galleries, and shopping. Its 209 rooms and suites range in size from 320 to 1,900 sq. ft., and feature lavish furnishings alongside typical five-star amenities and thoughtful extras such as fresh cut flowers.
Speaking of extras, the on-site casino is open daily between 8 pm and 4 am, and the skating rink stays open all winter long.
Four dining options satisfy even the most capricious of tastes. Zinfadel's Restaurant serves traditional Croatian and Mediterranean cuisine, while Le Bistro offers Parisian, and Oleander Terrace dishes out contemporary Latin American. Stop by the Esplanade 1925 Lounge and Cocktail Bar to experience hip Zagreb nightlife.