Wanna live like the main character in your favourite film? Here are some iconic hotels from movies you can actually stay in, so that you can truly live the suite life.
One of our favourite things to do whilst staying at a hotel is curling up with a classic movie or two. But what if you could stay at a hotel that’s featured in the very film you’re watching? Many movies show characters visiting or partying in hotels that you can also stay at in real life. Some hotels are so ingrained into the fabric of a film that they become almost synonymous with the movie itself. Just like you can tour iconic film locations around Hong Kong, you can also flit around the world staying at these fabulous movie hotels on our list!
Iconic movie hotels you can actually check in to
1. The Plaza Hotel – Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
This Home Alone 2: Lost in New York location is not just one of the most famous movie hotels but also one of the most well-known hotels in the world in general. The Plaza Hotel is a New York City icon that Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister tricks his way into staying at in this Christmas sequel. Classic hijinks from the first film are dialled up in a larger-than life setting as Kevin faces off again with the Wet Bandits. With one-of-a-kind experience rooms and luxury suites, this hotel is where to go when you want old New York City glamour. A must-try while you’re here – although not experienced by Kevin – is afternoon tea at The Palm Court.
The Plaza Hotel, 768 5th Ave, New York, NY 10019, United States, p. +1 212-759-3000
2. Marina Bay Sands – Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
When Rachel (Constance Wu) visits her boyfriend Nick’s (Henry Golding) family, she discovers he is part of one of the richest families in Singapore. As one of Singapore’s most recognisable landmarks, Marina Bay Sands was the perfect location for Crazy Rich Asians’ closing (spoiler!) engagement party. A view of the hotel’s iconic architecture even serves as the final shot of the movie. Luxury rooms, gourmet eats, and Singapore’s largest nightclub can be found here. Staying at Marina Bay Sands is a special experience but even if you can’t book a room, grabbing a drink on the rooftop is the next best thing! Channel your inner crazy rich Asian by partying away at Cé La Vi Singapore, which houses the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool.
Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956, p. +65 6688 8868
3. The Ritz London – Notting Hill (1999)
British classic Notting Hill not only made its namesake neighbourhood famous after its release, but also shone a spotlight on one of London’s most luxurious hotels. The film stars Hugh Grant as William who meets Julia Roberts’ movie star Anna Scott at his bookshop in Notting Hill and begins a whirlwind romance. The Ritz London is the backdrop of a comedic sequence where William gets sucked into Anna’s press junket. This five-star hotel on Piccadilly has been famous for over 100 years for its elegance and hospitality. A Michelin-starred restaurant, The Ritz Restaurant, is also on the premises for those who want an extra luxurious stay. Fun-fact, uber-fans can even book a stay at The Trafalgar suite – the room featured in the movie.
The Ritz London, 150 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9BR, United Kingdom, p. +44 20 7493 8181
4. Caesars Palace – The Hangover (2009)
Although you may not want to have as debaucherous a time as the characters in The Hangover, a wild time in Las Vegas should definitely include Caesars Palace. The group of friends in this film end up having a wild night they can’t remember all over Vegas before awakening in their trashed Caesars Palace suite. As far as movie hotels go, how many can say that a Bengal tiger was involved? You could easily spend your whole stay in Vegas at the hotel, with a casino, restaurants, shops, and bars all housed within. While the friends of The Hangover may not have gotten to it, you should definitely also try to grab tickets to a show at The Colosseum.
Caesars Palace, 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States, p. +1 866-227-5938
5. Park Hyatt Tokyo – Lost In Translation (2003)
For those who want to have a melancholic time in a luxurious place, channel Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson’s characters from Lost In Translation at Park Hyatt Tokyo. As Bob and Charlotte are both alone and jet-lagged in Tokyo, they eventually find themselves spending more time together. So much of the film is tied to this five-star hotel. Guests can even get the same unrivalled view of Tokyo that the characters do from their rooms. With a prime location in the heart of Shinjuku, you can have a day filled with city sights then retreat to a plush room. Don’t forget to recreate iconic scenes from the film by heading to the New York Grill Bar on the 52nd floor.
Park Hyatt Tokyo, 3 Chome-7-1-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-1055, Japan, p. +81 3-5322-1234
6. Beverly Wilshire – Pretty Woman (1990)
This classic rom-com sees a wealthy businessman (Richard Gere) hire a call girl (Julia Roberts) to be his escort for social events. The two eventually fall for each other against the backdrop of the Beverly Wilshire. As the hotel that houses the two characters for the majority of Pretty Woman, its luxuriousness is on full display to reflect the meeting of two different worlds. In the real-world, the Beverly Wilshire is famous in its own right for hosting celebrities, royalty, and international dignitaries. The rooms have since been modernised since being featured in the film, but retain the top-of-the-line glamour. There’s even a “Pretty Woman for a Day” package that includes curated experiences inspired by the movie. Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, you can live in the enviable zip code even just for a day.
Beverly Wilshire, 9500 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, United States, p. +1 310-275-5200
