Ten top celebrity hotels
It isn’t difficult to walk in the footsteps of Lady Gaga, to drink a cocktail on the same terrace as Paris Hilton or stay in the same hotel room as Madonna, Robbie Williams or Naomi Campbell if you know where your favourite celebrities have stayed! To help you out, the hotel price comparison website trivago.co.uk has scouted out ten hotels which have been favoured by some of the world’s most popular VIPs.
From elegant suites with more bedrooms, bathrooms and private terraces than you can count, to beautiful lounges and restaurants that raise dining to an art form, and in cities such as London, Rome, Berlin and Saint Tropez, here are ten luxury hotels where world-famous jet-setters have been regularly spotted.
1. Hotel De Crillion (Paris, France)
Hotel De Crillion is a luxury hotel by the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Starting with the lobby and extending to each of the 174 rooms, the hotel is entirely about charm and sophistication, its elements characterised by precious marble, fine antiques and extravagant chandeliers which immerse the room in golden light. The highlight of the establishment is the Bernstein-Suite, in which guests have 245m2 of living space and which boasts two terraces with views of the Eiffel Tower, as well as a reception-lounge area and an elegant dining room. A humidor complete with fine cigars and a selection of liquors are also at the disposal of guests. Jennifer Lopez chose the hotel last year, when presenting her film ‘The Backup Plan’. Madonna, Mariah Carey and Arnold Schwarzenegger are also notable guests of the hotel, as well as the Dalai Lama, Jacky O. and Elizabeth Taylor.
Hotel available from £563 per double room and night incl. breakfast via vivastay.com (23.09.2011 – 25.09.2011)
2. Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg (Bergisch Gladbach, Germany)
The Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg is a baroque palace in Bergisch Gladbach offering a unique panoramic view over the Rhine Valley and the Cologne Cathedral. The hotel consists of 120 rooms and suites in which guests are able to bask in royal comfort. Solid upholstered furniture, soft carpets and large beds characterise the airy, light-flooded rooms. From the 155m2 large presidential suite, travellers can take in the breathtaking view over the skyline of Cologne, while the gourmet restaurant “Vendôme” spoils visitors with the creations of French cuisine star-chef Joachim Wissler. Mere months ago, Lady Gaga enjoyed first class service here as she appeared on the finale of Heidi Klum’s show “Germany‘s Next Topmodel”. Paul McCartney, Robbie Williams and Prince are also on the extraordinary guest list of this luxury hotel.
Hotel available from £201 per double room and night via Expedia.co.uk (23.09.2011 – 25.09.2011)
3. Schlosshotel im Grunewald (Berlin, Germany)
The Schlosshotel im Grunewald is a grand luxury hotel in Berlin. The former palace residence of Dr. Walter von Pannwitz, a trusted associate of Kaiser Wilhelm, the building dates back to the beginning of the 20th century and still retains the noble elegance of the period. Stucco on the ceilings, solid doors, magnificent antique furniture and fine fabrics characterise the interior of the 5-star hotel. The hotel consists of 53 rooms and suites, one of which is the “Grunewald-Suite”, exclusively designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Spread out over 106m2, the suite boasts a splendid salon, a large bedroom and a large bathroom, decorated with exquisite hand-painted French tiles. During the 2006 World Cup, the hotel was the main accommodation of the German national team, including Jürgen Klinsmann, Michael Ballack and Lukas Podolski. Janet Jackson also presented her new album to the German press in this hotel, while Demi Moore stayed with her husband Ashton Kutcher.
Hotel available from £197 per double room and night via ratestogo.com (16.09.2011 – 18.09.2011)
4. Hotel Hassler Roma (Rom, Italy)
Overlooking the Spanish Steps in the Italian capital stands the legendary Hotel Hassler Roma. Each of the 95 elegant rooms and suites are individually decorated with antiques, lavish chandeliers, mirrors and precious materials. The highlight of the hotel is the 300m2 Penthouse Suite, with access to a 160m2 private roof terrace, offering an exclusive view over the eternal city. Guests can also enjoy the view over the rooftops of Rome from the Michelin-starred restaurant “Imàgo”. A well known regular guest of the hotel is Tom Cruise, who returns to the Penthouse Suite when in Rome. Madonna, George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston and Camron Diaz are just a few other celebrities already on the guest list of this luxury hotel. Even Audrey Hepburn, Prince Reiner of Monaco with wife Gracia Patrizia and King Juan Carlos have cherished the service here.
Hotel available from £576 per double room and night incl. breakfast via tripsta.co.uk (16.09.2011 – 18.09.2011)
5. Hotel St Martins Lane (London, United Kingdom)
Hotel St Martins Lane is a trendy design hotel in Covent Garden, London. Guests’ first impression of this luxury hotel is its impressive foyer area, which is presided over by a tremendous glass door, intimate alcoves, huge pillars and limestone walls bathed in a warm ambient light. The guest rooms are dominated by white walls and furniture, which are illuminated at dusk by the colourful beams of many lamps. Unique light fittings are also found in the 100m2 Penthouse Suite, which is equipped with state-of-the-art technology as well as fashionably chic furniture. Even Paris Hilton preferred to spend a night in this 5-star hotel, rather than in one of her own. Fergie, Will.i.am and the rest of the Black Eyed Peas also stayed here on several occasions. Due to the hotel’s close proximity to the theatres and opera houses of London’s West End, many celebrity receptions and dinners take place here, at which Kylie Minogue, Boy George, Mel C from the Spice Girls and many other stars have already been spotted.
Hotel available from £282 per double room and night incl. breakfast via tripsta.co.uk (16.09.2011 – 18.09.2011)
6. Hotel W Barcelona (Barcelona, Spain)
Hotel W is situated in an imposing sail-shaped building directly by the beach of Barcelona. Trendy lifestyle is practically celebrated throughout the 26 floors and 473 luxurious rooms and suites. Shimmering materials, such as metal and marble, as well as colourful, soft light give the rooms a futuristic atmosphere. In the “Extreme Wow Suite”, guests can enjoy a 360° panoramic view over the city and Mediterranean Sea, thanks to the full length windows. The suite boasts three bedrooms and bathrooms, a terrace complete with Jacuzzi and ultra-modern equipment in the living area. After sunset, the top floor becomes a trendy meeting place, where well-dressed guests can enjoy a cocktail to House beats of the DJ. A prominent admirer of the stylish hotel is the singer Shakira, who shot the video for her song “Loca” directly on the adjacent beach promenade. Actress Eva Mendes and the footballers of FC Barcelona are also among the hotel’s famous guests.
Hotel available from £245 per double room and night incl. breakfast via vivastay.com (30.09.2011 – 02.10.2011)
7. Hotel Das Triest (Vienna, Austria)
Close to Karlsplatz in Vienna, the designer hotel “Das Triest” greets its guests with stylish ambience. Originally a stable for the horse-drawn postal service 300 years ago, it is now a trendy hotspot in the Austrian capital. The well-preserved vaulted ceilings in the suites are representative of the long history of the hotel. Over 100m2 of living space and direct access to the hotel garden are highlights of the business suite, which is finished with elegant furniture made with a variety of expensive wood types. The night owls of the city gather in the hip “Silver Bar” of the hotel for a drink. International celebrities that have resided at Hotel Das Triest include Whitney Houston, Seal and Heidi Klum, as well as Robbie Williams, Amy Winehouse and Lady Gaga.
Hotel available from £177 per double room and night via vivastay.com (23.09.2011 – 25.09.2011)
8. Hotel InterContinental Düsseldorf (Düsseldorf, Germany)
The Hotel InterContinental Dusseldorf is a luxurious inner-city hotel on the chic high street of in “Königsallee” in Dusseldorf. This 5-star hotel houses 286 rooms and suites, decorated with nautral tones with dark wooden furniture as well as comfortable sofas and armchairs. The hotel suites are each at least 60m2 and in addition to a bedroom with walk-in wardrobe also include a large bathroom and living room. In the bar “Fifty Nine”, a selection of Whisky as well as Vodka varieties are served in true style, with views over the grand boulevard that is Dusseldorf’s “Kö”. Earlier in the year, teen-star Justin Bieber stayed here as he appeared on the German celebrity chat show “Wetten dass..?”. Actor and film producer Nick Nolte, Madonna, and Robbie Williams are also among the well know guests of the hotel.
Hotel available from £168 per double room and night incl. breakfast via vivastay.com (23.09.2011 – 25.09.2011)
9. Hotel Byblos (Saint Tropez, France)
In the heart of Saint Tropez is the hip Hotel Byblos. Thanks to its celebrity guest list and hot party nights, the last half-century has seen this hotel become somewhat of a legend in the Côte d‘Azur. The hotel consists of 44 rooms and 47 suites, each decorated in a regional Provence style with individual antiques as well as extravagant four-poster beds. The Riviera Suite is the flagship of this luxury hotel. Spread over 180m2 are two bedrooms, a living room and a private terrace, from which guests have an unobstructed view over the pool. A trendy hot spot in Saint Tropez is the hotel club “Les Caves du Roy”, where supermodels including Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss and Giselle Bündchen have danced the night away. Other notable past guests include Paris Hilton, Penelope Cruz, Kylie Minogue and Mick Jagger. Even athletes such as Boris Becker and David Beckham with wife Victoria have stayed at the Byblos.
Hotel available from £521 per double room and night via byblos.com (16.09.2011 – 18.09.2011)
10. The Morrison Hotel (Dublin, Ireland)
The Morrison Hotel is a hip Boutique-Hotel in Dublin, directly on the River Liffey. The stylish ambience of the hotel is characterised by a fusion of modern decor with traditional elements. In this way, imposing snow-white walls and works of art are combined with solid stone floors, warm colours and sophisticated lighting, which bathes the room in soft light. The guest rooms of the hotel are also decorated in a contemporary style. Subdued lights, cream tones in the upholstery and walls, as well as carefully added splashes of colour help to create a calm atmosphere. The highlight of the hotel is the Penthouse Suite. In the lounge area of the suite, there is space for up to eight guests to dine in privacy with a view over Dublin. Beyonce Knowles and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, have already exploited the benefits of the suite. Christina Aguilera was also already a hotel guest here.
Hotel available from £166 per double room and night via laterooms.com (16.09.2011 – 18.09.2011)
The selection is based on European hotels which have received very good reviews from travellers and have hosted a significant number of international celebrity guests.
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