Chateau Marmont
A storied, discreet hotel above the Sunset Strip beloved by the entertainment industry.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you are traveling as a couple.
Why
- 01
Faded-glamour and famously private, it trades polish for atmosphere and a sense that anything could happen.
Our read - 02
The mystique is the product; the rooms and service are inconsistent and the scene can feel exclusionary.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, Chateau Marmont earns the hours.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Chateau Marmont works.
You are traveling solo
Solo, Chateau Marmont works.
You care about the visual experience
For beauty & photography, Chateau Marmont delivers.
Think twice if
You are traveling with kids
With kids, give Chateau Marmont a miss.
You are watching the budget
On a budget, weigh it — Chateau Marmont isn't cheap for what it is.
The night matters
For nightlife, Chateau Marmont is hit or miss.
You are planning for two
For romance, Chateau Marmont is hit or miss.
What you're near — and what you're not
- Sunset Strip nightlife
- West Hollywood dining
- Hollywood Hills
- The coast and beaches
- Downtown and the Arts District
- Quiet — the Strip is busy and loud at night
What you're paying for
Rooms, suites, bungalows and cottages spread across the property. The bungalows and cottages are the most coveted and private; standard rooms can feel dated. Atmosphere over amenities is the trade you're making.
Plan it well
- Cost
- Very high; luxury tier