Luxury hotels are perhaps the paragon of first-class hospitality. So when brands such as the Peninsula and Mandarin Oriental host their own events to mark openings, anniversaries, and other occasions, they go all out. From a New Year's Eve Jay Z concert in Las Vegas to massive 3-D projections in Hong Kong, here's a look at 17 inspiring ideas from over-the-top hotel bashes.
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong's 50th Anniversary
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Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong's 50th Anniversary
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Dream Hotel Opening
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The Peninsula New York’s 25th Anniversary Party
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The Peninsula New York’s 25th Anniversary Party
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100th Birthday of the Plaza
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100th Birthday of the Plaza
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JW Marriott Chicago Grand Opening Gala
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SLS Hotel South Beach Grand Opening
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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas New Year's Eve Weekend Opening Events
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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas New Year's Eve Weekend Opening Events
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The Langham Chicago's Grand Opening Party
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Westin New York Grand Central One-Year Anniversary
Photo: Jon Simon
Westin New York Grand Central One-Year Anniversary
Photo: Jon Simon
Peninsula Chicago's 10th Anniversary Party
Photo: Dan Rest
SLS Hotel Opening Party
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Roosevelt Hotel's 80th Anniversary Party
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