Dining in a two-Michelin-starred restaurant is already a treat. But, three stars? Now, that's something to really look forward to. Only the crème de la crème of the culinary world is awarded that top-notch honour, making them not only great for foodies but also excellent places to impress clients. While the majority of these restaurants are stand-alone, there are a few are located on hotel premises. Here are five found in that particular environment:
Alain Ducasse
Hotel: The Dorchester, London
The French chef, renowned around the world, earned his first Michelin honour of two stars back in 1984 and just three years later, in 1987, earned his first three-star recognition. This particular Alain Ducasse outlet, with large French windows overlooking the park, serves interpretations of Alain Ducasse’s cuisine under executive chef Jocelyn Herland, including delicacies such as lobster, foie gras and veal. The “cookpot” symbol on the à la carte menu signals the master's new signature dishes.
Price: À la carte (four courses) £100 (US$161)
Tasting menu (seven courses) £120 (US$193)
www.alainducasse-dorchester.com
Epicure
Hotel: Hotel Le Bristol, Paris
Formerly known as Le Bristol, this restaurant has been rebranded and redecorated to sport a charmingly quaint look with floral-printed curtains, elegant chandeliers, a fireplace and marble floors. Led by chef Eric Frechon, Epicure serves classic French cuisine.
Price: Chef’s menu (seven courses) €280 (US$368)
Jean Georges
Hotel: Trump Hotel Central Park, New York
Chef Jean Georges is one of five chefs in the Big Apple to receive the three-star badge. This namesake restaurant, led by chef Mark Lapico and decorated in delicate cream and beige colours, serves fusion food that blends French, American and ingredients from the Mekong region.
Price: Chef's menu (six courses) US$168
La Pergola 
Hotel: Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
La Pergola is the one and only three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Rome, and is decked out in grandiose imperial décor and boasts fine art as well as an adjoining cigar lounge to top off the experience. Executive chef Heinz Beck brings the best of Italian cuisine to the fore alongside a selection of 53,000 bottles of wine and vintage balsamic vinegars.
Price: Gourmet menu six courses €190 (US$250) or nine courses €210 (US$276)
Lung King Heen
Hotel: Four Seasons Hotel, Hong Kong
The Cantonese restaurant, which aptly translates to “view of the dragon” as it overlooks Victoria Harbour, was the first of its kind to receive three Michelin stars back in 2008 and has managed to retain its crown. The restaurant specialises in fresh dim sum, traditional Cantonese seafood dishes and bird’s nest as well as a variety of organic vegetarian options.
Price: Tasting menu (eight courses) HK$1,480 (US$190) per person or HK$2,080 (US$268) per person with wine pairings
Alisha Haridasani and Randall Sim
