Whilst some of us might dream of spending just one night in one of these magnificent and historical hotels, certain celebrities have the privilege of enjoying such luxuries for extended periods of time. Royalty, world leaders and celebrities alike selected these iconic hotels due to their security, privacy, hospitality and of course, their five-star decadent luxury. From across the world, admire a castle hotel set in the Hollywood Hills and an all-suite Bermudan resort on pink sand beaches. From London to New York City, find out where Oscar Wilde conducted his scandalous affair and which hotel Bob Dylan chose for his girlfriend Joan Baez.
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Hotels Where Celebrities Have Lived
Le Meurice, Paris: Salvador Dalí, Beyoncé(01 of10)
This five star hotel has accommodated kings and celebrities alike, renowned as one of France’s great old hotels and supremely located between Place de la Concorde and the Musée du Louvre in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. Operating since 1835, Le Meurice has earned the nickname “Hotel of Kings” from the array of aristocracy residing here. One of the most eccentric guests was surrealist painter Salvador Dalí, who spent at least one month per year in the Royal Suite, requesting items such as a horse and a herd of sheep. More recently, Le Meurice has been favoured by Beyoncé, who has stayed in the spacious and opulent suites on several occasions. Her love for this decadent hotel even encouraged husband Jay-Z to recently record a single there with fellow rapper Kanye West.
Le Meurice, Paris: Salvador Dalí, Beyoncé(02 of10)
Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles: Robert De Niro, Keanu Reeves(03 of10)
Chateau Marmont is a picturesque castle hotel set in the Hollywood Hills, famed as a safe haven for celebrities seeking privacy, security and hospitality. This luxury hotel is ideally located on Sunset Boulevard, providing easy accessibility to Central LA whilst boasting a quiet and secluded hilltop location. Robert De Niro was the longest-staying guest at the Chateau, staying for two years in the hotel’s penthouse, which boasts a working fireplace, formal dining room and a 1,500 square foot private terrace with panoramic views over Hollywood. Built in 1929, the hotel has seen an array of celebrities, from actress Elizabeth Taylor to actor Keanu Reeves and singer Anthony Kiedis of Red Hot Chili Peppers, who recorded the vocals to "By The Way" here.
Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles: Robert De Niro, Keanu Reeves(04 of10)
The Savoy, London: Oscar Wilde(05 of10)
The Savoy is one of London’s oldest and most famous five star hotels, welcoming royalty, world leaders and celebrities since 1889. Guests at this iconic hotel will be following in the footsteps of Sir Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and Katharine Hepburn. The Savoy boasts an unbeatable location adjacent to the River Thames, inspiring artists such as Claude Monet to paint the London cityscape as seen from their room. The most notorious guest was renowned writer Oscar Wilde, who conducted his scandalous affair with Lord Alfred Douglas under The Savoy’s roof. Each of the elegant guest rooms and suites has been renovated for the 21st century, combining English Edwardian and Art Deco aesthetics with seamless state-of-the-art technology. Silk wall hangings, glass chandeliers, marble floors and Italian linens are utilised to offer guests a luxurious experience.
The Savoy, London: Oscar Wilde(06 of10)
Pink Beach Club, Tucker’s Town, Bermuda: John Travolta, Kelly Preston(07 of10)
The Pink Beach Club in Bermuda’s picturesque Tucker’s Town provided permanent accommodation for John Travolta and his wife, Kelly Preston. This famous actor, dancer and singer and his actress and model wife valued the Pink Beach Club for its hospitality, attention to detail and security. They praised this exotic and elegant resort for its communal atmosphere and natural beauty, boasting 1,800 feet of oceanfront and two pink sand beaches. The Pink Beach Club is an all-suite resort, boasting 94 suites with private balconies overlooking the ocean. The Italian marble bathrooms, luxury toiletries and option for in-room spa treatments encourage guests to relax and rejuvenate during their stay. More active guests may want to choose from the array of activities available onsite, including, water skiing, scuba diving, wind surfing, golf and tennis.
Pink Beach Club, Tucker’s Town, Bermuda: John Travolta, Kelly Preston(08 of10)
Washington Square, New York City: Bob Dylan(09 of10)
Washington Square Hotel was both a hub and a haven for writers and artists in the 1950s and 1960s. The most notable guest during this period was Bob Dylan, who stayed with his folk singer girlfriend Joan Baez. The couple dated sporadically for a few years, and Baez even mentioned the hotel in her song “Diamonds & Rust”. Washington Square is aptly located in the historic square of the same name, in the heart of New York City’s vibrant Greenwich Village and within walking distance of Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho and the Meatpacking District. The lobby and intimate bar evoke Paris in the 1930s, offering afternoon tea, carefully selected cocktails and light meals. Each of the 152 guest rooms feature art-deco furniture, complimentary Wi-Fi, LCD televisions and luxurious bath robes.
Washington Square, New York City: Bob Dylan(10 of10)