Few things in life can radiate decadence and luxury quite like the gaming floor of the most opulent casinos around the globe.

Often designed with visits from the well-heeled and even royalty in mind, these luxurious casino resorts bring together palatial décor, gold-standard furnishings and a dining and hospitality experience that is second to none.

If you want to try your luck at the gaming tables in the most sophisticated surroundings, here are some of the best bets from around the world.

Les Ambassadeurs, London

Distance from the UK: n/a

In the heart of the affluent Mayfair, Les Ambassadeurs has welcomed earls, dukes, diplomats and international dignitaries for more than a century.

If you’re looking for some rest and relaxation in between games, the iconic May Fair Hotel is just a stone’s throw away. Boasting award-winning hospitality and a sumptuous spa. You can even stay on-site and continue playing slot games for real cash on your smartphone or tablet instead. There are fast-paced slots, special features including Megaways Pays and some mammoth payout jackpots exceeding £1 million.

‘Les A’ was also the inspiration for the casino scenes in the James Bond film Dr No, and it remains a fixture amongst the Mayfair set to this day, who come to try their luck at the gaming tables in the Venetian Renaissance-inspired casino.

The Bellagio, Las Vegas

Distance from the UK: 11-hour flight (available from £513 non-stop)

The casinos on the famous Las Vegas strip range from the height of sophistication to the rather more humdrum, and for the most luxurious experience it’s The Bellagio that ticks all of the boxes.

If you’ve seen Ocean’s Eleven then you will have already enjoyed a peak inside, while the external architecture boasts sky-scraping turrets and towers that are lit in gold throughout the day.

As well as dozens of gaming tables and banks of slot machines, The Bellagio is perhaps best known for its ‘dancing’ fountains, which come to life at night for what is an unmissable experience.

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Distance from the UK: 13-hour flight (available from £587 non-stop)

Although without the history of the other casinos on this list, the Marina Bay Sands is undoubtedly the most expensive – it cost a reported $5.6 billion to build.

Featuring three 55-story towers that are connected at the summit by the world’s largest infinity pool, with a staggering 500 gaming tables and more than 2,300 slot machines. The resort features fine dining, designer shopping outlets, a grand theatre and even its own museum.

Casino de Monte Carlo, Monaco

Distance from the UK: 2-hour flight (available from £53 non-stop)

You only need one glance at the glorious 19th-century architecture of Charles Garnier, or the supercars parked in front of the Casino de Monte Carlo to know you’re mixing with the most glamorous of circles.

Also home to the Opera de Monte Carlo, this establishment welcomes the rich and famous from across the globe, who enjoy the extraordinary red-and-gold interiors and the myriad of blackjack, roulette and baccarat tables available.

True to form, the casino has been a shooting location for three James Bond movies, including Never Say Never Again and GoldenEye, and it provides a unique backdrop to Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix each season. So, if you are planning a trip to rub shoulders with the elite, any of these luxurious casino resorts will fit the bill.