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're traveling as a couple.
Short answer
Is Chateau Marmont worth it?
Chateau Marmont deserves a place on most first itineraries.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
Why
- 01
Faded-glamour and famously private, it trades polish for atmosphere and a sense that anything could happen.
- 02
The mystique is the product; the rooms and service are inconsistent and the scene can feel exclusionary.
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Short trip or not, keep Chateau Marmont.
You're traveling as a couple
As a couple, Chateau Marmont is an easy yes.
You're traveling solo
Solo, Chateau Marmont is an easy yes.
You care about the visual experience
Chateau Marmont rewards a trip built around beauty & photography.
Think twice if
You're traveling with kids
With kids, skip Chateau Marmont.
You're watching the budget
Chateau Marmont can strain a tight budget. Go only when it is a priority.
The night matters
Chateau Marmont offers some nightlife, but not enough to make it the reason to go.
You're planning for two
Chateau Marmont offers some romance, but not enough to make it the reason to go.
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