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(CNN) -- When you spend much of your life being chased by the

paparazzi, rest and relaxation take on a whole new meaning.

But where do you go when the whole world knows your name and

your face?

Like most vacat ioners seeking a luxury getaway, celebrities look for

a fabulous location, impeccable service and posh accommodations.

Privacy, of course, is a must.

A-listers can also afford the best of the best, so they expect royal

treatment -- and they get it.

When five-star hotels know they have celebrities in-house, they do

everything they possibly can to accommodate them, including

indulging any special requests, said Jacqueline Gifford, travel editor

for Brides Magazine.

But the great service and hospitality at these places isn't limited to

just bold-faced names.

"When you're paying that much money to stay at a fabulous place,

they're going to go over the top to pamper you, whether you're a

celebrity or not," Gifford said.

With that in mind, here are seven resorts used to catering to famous

guests:

North Island, Seychelles

With its exotic location in the Indian Ocean, lush tropical beauty and

a secluded beach, no wonder Britain's Prince William and his bride,Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, chose this resort for their

honeymoon spot in the spring.

The island is home to 11 guest villas that "blend seamlessly" with

their surroundings and are "designed to celebrate nature," the resort

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7 resorts that celebrities loveBy A. Pawlowski, CNNSeptember 14, 2011 -- Updated 1202 GMT (2002 HKT)

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Stars seek a fabulous location,impeccable service, posh

accommodations and privacy

These seven resorts will pamper

you whether you're a celebrity

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Seychelles, Barbados, Hawaii,Mexico, Paris and Rome

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says, touting its eco-friendly philosophy.

Guests share the retreat with tortoises and endangered species of

birds, such as the Black Paradise Flycatcher and the Seychelles

Magpie Robin. You might also get a peek at the coco-de-mer palm,

which produces the largest seeds in the plant kingdom.

It's this combination of beauty and privacy that draws celebrities.

David and Victoria Beckham celebrated their 10th wedding

anniversary on the island in 2009. Actress Salma Hayek has

honeymooned there.

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Le Sirenuse, Positano, Italy

Italy's Amalfi Coast is one of the most picturesque corners of the

planet, and it's here that you'll find the legendary Le Sirenuse in the

village of Positano.

"It's a beautiful hotel," said Roberto Agostini of Precision Travel. "It's

recognized all over the world as one of the top hotels in the area."

He also praised its location, which is near all of the village's shopping

and dining.

"You walk out and you are there where the action is," Agostini said.

Almost all of the resort's 59 rooms and suites look out over the bay of

Positano, and most have a private terrace or balcony.

You'll also find spectacular views at the hotel's La Sponda restaurant,

where 400 candles are lit during dinner to create a romantic

atmosphere for guests feasting on Neapolitan cuisine.

Actress Reese Witherspoon recently spent her second honeymoon

at the hotel -- this time with her new husband, Jim Toth.


More luxury travel: Seven resorts with spectacular views

Sandy Lane, St. James, Barbados

Set on the Caribbean island's upscale west coast -- often called the

"Platinum Coast" -- the resort is known for its deluxe

accommodations and signature pink beach chairs and umbrellas that

contrast beautifully with the turquoise sea.

"It is a very, very, very high-end resort. It's legendary (for its) style

and sophistication," said Becky Veith of Travel Experts. "The rooms

are absolutely spectacular. They're state-of-the-art everything."

And how about this for privacy: The resort has underground hallways

so that you don't have to see any housekeeping activities when you

leave your room, Veith said.

There's also a spa that's "to die for" and world-class golf at the Green

Monkey golf course, she added.

Celebrity guests have included Gwyneth Paltrow and her husband,

Chris Martin, television personality Simon Cowell and singer

Rihanna.

Tiger Woods rented the whole resort in happier times: He got married

there to Elin Nordegren in 2004.


Hotel Hassler, Rome

Located at the top of the world's most famous stairway and offering a

sweeping view above the churches, domes and rooftops of Rome,

this former palazzo boasts elegance, style and "discretion."

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has included Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, who took over part of the

Hassler before their wedding in 2006; Jennifer Lopez; Leonardo

DiCaprio; and many other A-listers.

Prince Rainier of Monaco and Grace Kelly even spent part of their

honeymoon at the hotel.

"The Hassler is amazing because it's at the top of the Spanish Steps

so you've got an awesome view of Rome. They have amazing

service and some fantastic suites," Gifford said.

Agostini agreed, calling the view of the Eternal City "unbeatable."

"It's very romantic up there," he said.


More luxury travel: Five lavish hotels in Venice

Esperanza, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Just a two-hour flight away from Los Angeles, sunny Cabo San

Lucas is perfect for a quick, relaxing and romantic getaway for

stressed-out Hollywood types.

This luxurious resort overlooks both the Sea of Cortez and Punta

Ballena -- or "Whale Point," past which humpbacks migrate in winter-- says Travel+Leisure, which has named Esperanza one of the

world's top 50 hotels.

All the hotel's suites and villas offer ocean views. Some have private

pools, a dedicated butler and private chefs for "in-villa dining."

This is where LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian honeymooned in May.

Paltrow and Martin have stayed as well.


Le Meurice, Paris

With the Tuileries Garden, the Place de la Concorde and the Louvre

all just steps away, guests staying at the opulent Le Meurice are inthe heart of the City of Light.

"It's one of the best hotels in the world," Agostini said. "I would

recommend Le Meurice to anybody -- kings, queens, anybody." (It's

the kind of place where there are attendants inside the elevators to

punch your floor buttons for you.)

Beyonc and Jay-Z rented the two-story penthouse suite for $20,000

a night in April, People.com reported.

Gifford spotted Harrison Ford in the lobby when she stayed there,

"which was very exciting," she said.

Past guests have also included Orson Welles, Ginger Rogers,

Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.


St. Regis Princeville Resort, Kauai, Hawaii

If Hawaii is paradise, then this is an especially lovely corner of it,

surrounded by five mountains, a wildlife refuge, hiking trails, ancient

sea caves and lagoons.

"Kauai is a little bit more secluded -- it's a little quieter than some of

the isles and the resort is on the very sleepy but lush North Shore,"

Gifford said.

"Every (suite) has butler service, they've got an amazing infinity pool,

gorgeous mountain views -- it's going to attract a very exclusivecrowd."

Exclusive indeed: Alicia Keys, George Clooney, Jennifer Garner and

Ben Affleck all have been to the hotel.


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