Luxury Hoteliers Magazine 3rd Quarter 2017 | Page 48

5 HOTEL ITEMS WORTH STEALING Back in the day when things were a lot less sophisticated, and thieves settled for less, hotels lost a lot of towels. These days there’s so much more to want from a hotel as they spend lavishly on art, decor and wine. While no one in their right mind would think about lifting any of these objects, there’s no prohibition against coveting. Here’s what you may want to pay closer attention to next time you pass through Tokyo, Singapore, Bangkok, Saigon and Taipei. The staff may look twice if you were to try pass off the ‘Isidoro’ vintage-travel-trunk- style minibar as your own luggage when you leave this plush Vietnam hotel. A prominent feature in the Saigon Suite, the hotel’s top abode, the Pelle Frau® saddle leather Isidoro is a vintage luggage-inspired bar designed by Jean-Marie Massaud for Poltrona Frau (entrusted by prestigious car manufacturers such as Ferrari with the upholstering of their interiors). The stylish item has transformed the guestroom minibar into a chic conversation piece. 48 ILHA