Five Star Secrets  2023

Hospitality expert Anthony Melchiorri (Hotel Impossible) goes behind the scenes at America's most luxurious five-star hotels to reveal what makes them so exceptional.


  1  Anthony visits the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia. The top-of-the-line service, attention to detail and rich hidden history make the resort a 5-star destination, and Anthony rewards an employee with a $5,000 super-tip.
    
  2  Anthony visits the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego, a historic property that's also a pet-friendly establishment. The amenities, excellent service and beachfront location make a winning combination for a world-class destination.
    
  3  Anthony is at The Palace Hotel in New York where the staff regularly serves world leaders and celebrities. He enjoys a $25,000 suite with million dollar jewels on display and samples a 100-year-old rye whiskey.
    
  4  Anthony visits Winvian Farm, an idyllic countryside inn in Connecticut. This historical resort features a luxurious spa and a farm-to-table restaurant, but the real sweet spot is the homemade honey harvested on site everyday.
    
  5  Anthony visits the state-of-the-art Aria Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. His stay includes a night in an invite-only VIP Villa, featuring three bedrooms, a massage room, workout area and a butler.
    
  6  Anthony goes behind the scenes of the world-famous Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. This mega-resort boasts breathtaking architecture, luxury accommodations and one-of-a-kind aquatic adventures.
    
  7  Anthony visits the One and Only Palmilla Resort in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico. This high-end luxury resort provides one-of-a-kind service and amenities that make every guest feel like royalty.
    
  8  Anthony visits the stunning Four Seasons in Maui, Hawaii, one of the standard-bearers in guest service. During his stay, he gets a lesson in hand-crafting ice cubes and visits an award-winning Kona coffee farm