Embark on a cinematic adventure as you step beyond the silver screen and into these star-studded hotels. These aren’t mere accommodations; they are the A-listers of the hospitality scene, inviting you to immerse yourself in the captivating world of film and television. From dramatic backdrops to iconic settings, these hotels are the real deal for an unforgettable stay. So without further ado, lights, camera, action!
The Plaza New York (New York City, NY)
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 282 • Closest Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Spa • Room Service • Pet-friendly • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
The Plaza New York is a cinematic haven, featured in over 40 shows and movies. Located off Central Park, this charmingly timeless hotel is loved by tourists and locals alike. Whether you’re keen on retracing Kevin McAllister’s steps from Home Alone 2: Lost in New York through the lobby, standing at the site of Gatsby and Daisy’s dramatic clash from The Great Gatsby, or simply indulging in a bellini at the champagne bar, The Plaza bodes impressive both on and off the big screen.
Timberline Lodge (Mt. Hood, OR)
| Key Points: • Website • 3 Stars • Rooms: 70 • Closest Airport: Portland International Airport | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Free Parking • Free WiFi • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Stephen King’s ‘The Shining,’ originally inspired by the Stanley Hotel in Colorado, found its on-stage home at the Timberline Lodge in Mt. Hood, Oregon. Despite its association with the infamous Shining Twins, the Lodge radiates a cozy cabin ambiance with warm wood tones, making it an ideal retreat for a family ski trip in the alpine landscapes of Mt. Hood.
Villa Tasca (Palermo, Italy)
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 4 • Closest Airport: Palermo Airport | Amenities: • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Chef • Butler • Fully-equipped Kitchen |
Villa Tasca, a historical masterpiece with origins dating back to the 1500s in Sicily, has hosted numerous iconic figures over the centuries, including Jacqueline Kennedy, King Ferdinand IV, and Queen Caroline. Recently featured in season 2 of The White Lotus, the mansion offers a backdrop of lush Mediterranean gardens and Renaissance murals, setting the stage for the luxuriously dysfunctional vacation portrayed in the series.
Mountain Lake Lodge (Pembroke, VA)
| Key Points: • Website • 3 Stars • Rooms: 100 • Closest Airport: Roanoke Regional Airport | Amenities: • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Fitness Center • Room Service • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke, Virginia, was the filming location for the iconic movie Dirty Dancing. Guests can actively immerse themselves in the world of Kellerman’s Mountain House, with the option to stay in Baby’s family cabin. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the 2,600-acre property offers a rustic atmosphere surrounded by crisp mountain air and lush greenery, providing an ideal setting to enjoy the lake and cultivate a romantic connection with a dance instructor.
Chateau Marmont (Hollywood, CA)
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 63 • Closest Airport: Hollywood Burbank Airport | Amenities: • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Fitness Center • Room Service • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Sofia Coppola’s Somewhere unfolds in the walls of Hollywood’s notorious Chateau Marmont, a gothic-style hotel resembling a grand French castle. The film follows the journey of the famous bad-boy actor Johnny Marco as he navigates single parenthood while recovering from an acute injury at the hotel. Mirroring the character’s experiences, Chateau Marmont has long served as a serene escape for numerous Hollywood stars, notably for its strict ban on paparazzi on the premises.
Amanzoe (Porto Heli, Greece)
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 38 • Closest Airport: Athens International Airport | Amenities: • Indoor/Outdoor Swimming Pool • Spa • Fitness Center • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Set on the picturesque shores of Greece’s idyllic Aegean Sea, Amanzoe is a dreamy beach resort. The villas’ exteriors are transformed into Edward Norton’s billionaire retreat in Netflix’s hit movie Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. The resort melds ancient Greek design elements with a modern minimalist aesthetic, making it the perfect place to replicate a secluded island mansion. Luckily, you do not have to be on a billionaire’s budget to indulge in this Mediterranean getaway. Here, you can savor Greece’s coastal marvels in your private retreat.
Juvet Landscape Hotel (Valldal, Norway)
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 7 • Closest Airport: Ålesund Airport Vigra | Amenities: • Fully-equipped Kitchen • Bath House & Steam Room • Private Chef • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
The 2014 sci-fi thriller Ex Machina filmed many scenes at Juvet Landscape Hotel, situated in the Mountains of Norway. The story centers around a programmer summoned to evaluate a humanoid created by a tech recluse billionaire at an isolated retreat, which is, in fact, a part of Juvet. Featuring modernist cabin-style architecture in its houses and rooms, this hotel is perfectly suited for a science fiction thriller.
