21 Hotels From Famous Movies—That You Can Actually Stay In
Enjoy your main character moment.
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Inspiration comes in many forms, and for many travelers, the destinations they want to visit come from seeing them on the big (and small) screen. While you can easily be transported to the beautiful beaches of Honolulu or the Italian countryside from the comfort of the TV in your own home, nothing beats stepping into your main character energy and booking a room in the same hotel you saw on screen.
Production teams know best and pick the absolute finest hotels to set up shop—beautiful rooms with striking views of the city, olympic-style pools, luxury spas, and gorgeous, lush gardens are just some of the amenities that these hotels have to offer. We won’t blame you if you happen to spend most of your time in your room, but if you do choose to venture out, many of the movies below offer realistic scenes from the nightlight and local businesses that are worth checking out. Below find 21 of the best hotels from popular movies, including top hits like The Hangover, Girls Trip, Scarface, and The Lobster.
The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay
Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)
When trying to get over a tough break up, Jason Siegel’s character, Peter, rightfully books a vacation to the beautiful Oahu. What was meant to be a relaxing, restorative stay at the The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay turns into the a surprise reunion between Peter, his ex-girlfriend Sarah Marshall, and her new boyfriend Aldous Snow. While horrifying, it's easy to see how this surprise reunion took place—the Turtle Bay Resort has beautiful oceanfront bungalows, miles of secluded beach access, and boasts spectacular views of the Hawaiian sunset. It’s easy to see the romantic appeal of the resort through the beautiful restaurants and excursions, but the spa and wellness offerings are perfect for solo travelers looking to decompress and return home vastly different than how they left.
Juvet Landscape Hotel
Ex Machina (2014)
For the home of reclusive billionaire Nathan Bateman, this film borrowed the Juvet Landscape Hote l just outside the village of Valldal on Norway’s northwest coast. Set in a deep forest, it’s separated into nine timber pods with floor-to-ceiling windows and private views for full natural immersion. There’s also a spa and a converted barn dining room serving locally sourced food, ideal for a tech-free holiday.
