The hotels listed here are a piece of cinematic history. Can you resist staying in an iconic hotel like the Timberline Lodge which was used for filming The Shining? Some hotels have been designed by eccentric and brilliant director, Emir Kusturica, who actually built a hotel based on his film “Life is Miracle.” Check out the list and find your favorite movie!
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Di Volpemore
The scenic Cala di Volpe bay is located in the north of Sardinia. It's part of the Costa Smeralda, AKA Emerald Coast, famous for its white-sand beaches, exclusive hotels, and ability to attract celebrities and other affluent visitors. The place is so special that The Spy Who Loved Me, a …
Motelmore
On the side of the Main Street of Tonopah in Nevada lies Clown Motel right next to the Old Tonopah Cemetery. This hotel owes its name to the central theme of the hotel – Clowns. Leona and Leroy David built this hotel in 1985. Their father was a clown collector, …
Ranchmore
Heartwarming ranch in Arizona is ready to give you an experience of a lifetime. White Stallion is a classic dude ranch (a type of ranch that welcomes guests) with an authentic Wild West atmosphere and amazing attention to detail. It's a museum of Western history and a filming location for …
Innmore
A recorded Texas landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Antlers Inn, a historic hotel, is just a two-minute walk from the shores of Lake Lyndon B. Johnson and a minute from downtown Kingsland. Simple, Victorian-style rooms and suites come with antique furniture and en suite …
Wilshiremore
Opened in 1928, Beverly Wilshire has been popular with celebrities for almost a century now, thanks to its popular location at Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills. It hosted president Barack Obama, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and many more distinguished guests – some of them fictional. It was here that the characters …
Tokyomore
Park Hyatt Tokyo combines the signature luxury the chain is known for with a local flavor. Despite being located right in the center of chaotic Shinjuku, the hotel offers a soothing atmosphere of calm. Sitting in the Club on the 52nd floor or taking a dip in the indoor pool, …
SnowVillagemore
There’s been a Game of Thrones musical, Game of Thrones-themed bar, and people have even thrown GoT weddings… so it’s certainly time for a Game of Thrones-inspired hotel! And not just any hotel. The SnowVillage from Lapland Hotels is a seasonal snow retreat built from scratch every year using snow …
Taiwanmore
Set in the middle of the bustling Kaohsiung City in Taiwan lies the rent by the hour Eden Motel. The 22 themed rooms come in four flavors: World – virtual travel to faraway countries, Fantasy – romantic and love overdose settings, Fashion – quirky rooms with barbwire and design that …
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The Americana and motel culture that grew up as motoring became widespread in the first half of the 20th Century is actually one of the most novel aesthetic moments of the period. The Wigwam motel was built by a Native American enthusiast who patented his unique concrete structures and set …
at Rodanthemore
This rental property was built in the 1980s on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, a 200-mile stretch of barrier islands off the coast of the North American mainland that have long been a kite-strewn holiday destination. It was the location for a film called Nights in Rodanthe, where Richard …
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A visit to Matmata, Tunisia, will take you through both movie history and a cultural introduction to the nomadic people who settled the area. Located about 40 kilometers from the oasis of Gabes, Sidi Driss is set in a rugged, arid environment that was deemed the perfect location for the …
Chelseamore
The Hotel Chelsea, or more simply the Chelsea, is a historic landmark of New York City that has been home to scores of notable literary and film stars over the years. Finished in 1885, this 250 unit hotel was recognized on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. This …
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Situated at the southern end of the Strip, the Luxor Hotel has long been a famous landmark of Las Vegas, attracting international travelers and celebrities alike by projecting its beam of light into the night sky. Although it has retained its unique architecture, the Luxor has moved away from the …
Boutique Hotelmore
Classic Bond film, The Spy Who Loved Me was filmed in this dramatic location among the crag-gazed Dolomite mountains. The Miramonti Boutique Hotel has walls of glass that capture the snow-sweeped mountain views and lets you spot the town of Merano far below. The hotel is near historical buildings, a …
State Towermore
The State Tower is Southeast Asia’s largest building with 68 floors and standing 247m tall and crowned by a golden dome. Within these walls is the Lebua, Bangkok’s premier five-star boutique hotel. Your large and luxurious suite has expansive views of the metropolis and includes a separate bedroom, living room, …
Towermore
This historical building is an example of metabolism, a movement in Japanese architecture that drew inspiration from how living organisms arrange themselves. Metabolists viewed society as an organism and the Nakagin Tower, built in 1972, is one of the few remaining examples of their work. Each capsule is like a …
Lodge & Spamore
The site was originally home to the Snoqualmie Falls Lodge (built in 1919) and now the building has been renovated to become the Salish Lodge and Spa. The exterior was used as a location for the cult TV show, Twin Peaks and, while the interior has changed, fans of the …
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This hotel was built by the Serbian Tim Burton, Emir Kusturica, and is based on his film Life is Miracle. Everything is constructed from wood mixing traditional with modern styles. The famous director still lives there with his family in the large main house. The design was set to recreate …
Estorilmore
It’s 1930 in Portugal’s Estoril Coast, popular with the rich and famous. A new grand hotel has just been opened. It will become home to Europe’s jet-setters for the next hundred years. Yes, even today it has a dedicated ‘Royal Wing’ for when their most aristocratic guests turn up for …
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This royal palace was first erected by the Maharana in 1746. Built on four acres of rock in the middle of a tranquil lake, it has been used by the rich and powerful for hundreds of years. And James Bond too. Yes, this hotel was used as the location for …
