# Celebrity Favorites

> Properties frequented by or owned by celebrities

Step into the world where Hollywood glamour meets hospitality at properties that have captured the hearts of entertainment's most discerning figures. These aren't merely hotels trading on star-studded guest books—they're establishments where celebrities choose to invest their own fortunes, retreat for privacy, or return to year after year for reasons beyond red carpets and publicity. From George Clooney's lakeside Italian sanctuary to Francis Ford Coppola's boutique properties that blend cinematic vision with genuine hospitality, these hotels reflect the authentic tastes of those who've experienced the world's finest.

What distinguishes these properties is their ability to deliver what fame cannot buy: discretion, genuine warmth, and spaces designed for actual living rather than performing. Many feature the direct involvement of their celebrity patrons in concept and design, resulting in thoughtfully curated experiences that reflect personal passions—whether that's Robert De Niro's commitment to revitalizing neighborhoods through design-forward hotels or Bono's rock-and-roll sensibility translated into sophisticated hospitality. Expect exceptional service trained in the art of invisible attentiveness, spaces that prioritize comfort over spectacle, and often, locations chosen for natural beauty rather than paparazzi-friendly boulevards. For guests, these properties offer more than celebrity association—they provide access to the refined, often surprisingly understated preferences of individuals who've learned that true luxury lies in authenticity, privacy, and environments where one can simply be.

## Hotels in this collection

- [Bellevue Palace](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/switzerland/bern/bellevue-palace.md) (5-star, Bern) — Historic 5-star palace hotel in central Bern, offering elegant rooms, panoramic Alpine views, and a prestigious guest list including royalty and celebrities. Steps from Parliament with fine dining and luxurious amenities.
- [Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills (a Four Seasons Hotel)](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/los-angeles/beverly-wilshire-beverly-hills-a-four-seasons-hotel.md) (5-star, Los Angeles) — This iconic 5-star hotel, set across from Rodeo Drive, offers luxurious amenities, a Mediterranean-style pool, and Wolfgang Puck's Michelin-starred CUT Lounge, all in the heart of Beverly Hills.
- [Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/cannes/carlton-cannes-a-regent-hotel.md) (5-star, Cannes) — Overlooking the Croisette, this iconic 5-star Belle Epoque hotel offers a private beach, luxurious rooms with sea views, and exquisite dining, just steps from Cannes' famed Palais des Festivals.
- [Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/italy/venice/cipriani-a-belmond-hotel-venice.md) (5-star, Venice) — Nestled on Giudecca Island, the 5-star Hotel Cipriani offers Venetian luxury with stunning lagoon views, a saltwater pool, spa, and private boat service to St. Mark's Square, all just minutes from the heart of Venice.
- [Copacabana Palace, a Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/copacabana-palace-a-belmond-hotel-rio-de-janeiro.md) (5-star, Rio de Janeiro) — This iconic 5-star beachfront hotel in Rio de Janeiro offers luxurious rooms with ocean views, a wellness spa, three gourmet restaurants, and an outdoor pool, all steps from Copacabana's golden sands.
- [Fairmont Peace Hotel, Shanghai](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/china/shanghai/fairmont-peace-hotel-shanghai.md) (5-star, Shanghai) — Experience timeless elegance at the 5-star Fairmont Peace Hotel, an art deco icon on Shanghai's Bund. Enjoy jazz, spa indulgences, and river views in this historic landmark blending 1930s glamour with modern luxury.
- [Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/germany/berlin/hotel-adlon-kempinski-berlin.md) (5-star, Berlin) — Iconic 5-star luxury hotel in Berlin's heart, Hotel Adlon Kempinski offers elegant rooms, Michelin-starred dining, and a spa, steps from the Brandenburg Gate and key landmarks.
- [Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/cannes/hotel-barri-ere-le-majestic-cannes.md) (5-star, Cannes) — This iconic 5-star hotel on La Croisette offers Mediterranean views, a private beach, and luxury amenities just steps from the Palais des Festivals in Cannes.
- [Hotel Bel-Air](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/los-angeles/hotel-bel-air-dorchester-collection.md) (5-star, Los Angeles) — Hotel Bel-Air, a 5-star Los Angeles landmark, offers luxurious rooms with garden views, an outdoor pool, and a spa, all set within a lush 1950s estate just minutes from Rodeo Drive.
- [Hotel Byblos St. Tropez](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/saint-tropez/hotel-byblos-st-tropez.md) (5-star, Saint-Tropez) — This iconic 5-star hotel in Saint-Tropez offers uniquely decorated rooms, two gourmet restaurants, a Sisley spa, and an outdoor pool, blending Provençal charm with luxury amenities in the heart of the French Riviera.
- [Hotel Cala Di Volpe, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Costa Smeralda](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/italy/porto-cervo/hotel-cala-di-volpe-a-luxury-collection-hotel-costa-smeralda.md) (5-star, Porto Cervo) — Hotel Cala di Volpe, a 5-star luxury retreat in Porto Cervo, offers stunning sea views, a saltwater pool, spa, and gourmet dining. This Costa Smeralda gem boasts private beach access and top-notch sports facilities.
- [Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/monaco/monte-carlo/h-otel-de-paris-monte-carlo.md) (5-star, Monte Carlo) — The legendary Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, a 5-star icon on Casino Square, offers luxurious rooms, Michelin-starred dining, a rooftop spa, and world-class service in the heart of Monaco.
- [Hôtel Martinez](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/cannes/h-otel-martinez.md) (5-star, Cannes) — Iconic 5-star Hôtel Martinez graces Cannes' La Croisette, offering Art Deco elegance, Michelin-starred dining, and a private beach, embodying French Riviera luxury steps from world-class shopping and Mediterranean views.
- [Hôtel Plaza Athénée](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/paris/h-otel-plaza-ath-en-ee-dorchester-collection.md) (5-star, Paris) — This 5-star Parisian palace on Avenue Montaigne offers luxurious rooms, Dior spa, five restaurants, and Eiffel Tower views, just steps from the Champs-Élysées.
- [Hotel Sacher Vienna](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/austria/vienna/hotel-sacher-vienna.md) (5-star, Vienna) — The iconic 5-star Hotel Sacher Wien, opposite Vienna's State Opera, offers luxurious rooms, gourmet dining, and a spa, while its prime location puts the city's cultural highlights within easy reach.
- [La Mamounia](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/morocco/marrakech/la-mamounia.md) (5-star, Marrakech) — La Mamounia, a 5-star Moroccan palace in Marrakech, offers luxurious rooms, stunning gardens, and a lavish spa just minutes from Jemaa El Fna square, blending traditional hospitality with modern elegance.
- [Le Negresco](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/nice/le-negresco.md) (5-star, Nice) — The iconic 5-star Hotel Le Negresco in Nice offers luxurious rooms with sea views, Michelin-starred dining, and a private beach, all overlooking the famous Promenade des Anglais.
- [Raffles Singapore](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/singapore/singapore/raffles-singapore.md) (5-star, Singapore) — Iconic 5-star Raffles Singapore offers timeless luxury in the heart of the city, blending colonial charm with modern amenities, steps from Raffles City and key attractions.
- [Ritz Paris](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/france/paris/ritz-paris.md) (5-star, Paris) — The legendary 5-star Ritz Paris on Place Vendôme epitomizes French elegance, offering luxurious rooms, exquisite dining, and the iconic Bar Hemingway, all steeped in Belle Époque charm and Parisian sophistication.
- [San Ysidro Ranch](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/santa-barbara/san-ysidro-ranch.md) (5-star, Santa Barbara) — Nestled in Santa Barbara, the 5-star San Ysidro Ranch offers a storied retreat where Hollywood legends and world leaders have found inspiration, romance, and tranquility amid its lush grounds and luxurious cottages.
- [Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/italy/portofino/splendido-a-belmond-hotel-portofino.md) (5-star, Portofino) — Perched above Portofino Harbor, this 5-star Belmond retreat offers panoramic sea views, exquisite Ligurian cuisine, and luxurious amenities, blending Italian Riviera charm with world-class hospitality.
- [The Beverly Hills Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/los-angeles/the-beverly-hills-hotel-dorchester-collection.md) (5-star, Los Angeles) — The iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, a 5-star landmark on Sunset Boulevard, offers luxurious rooms, celebrity-favorite dining at the Polo Lounge, and a stunning pool, just minutes from downtown Beverly Hills.
- [The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/new-york/the-carlyle-a-rosewood-hotel.md) (5-star, New York) — The Carlyle, a 5-star Rosewood Hotel in New York, offers timeless elegance steps from Central Park, featuring the iconic Cafe Carlyle, gourmet dining, and luxurious rooms with stunning city views.
- [The Dorchester](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-kingdom/london/the-dorchester-dorchester-collection.md) (5-star, London) — The Dorchester, a 5-star London icon, offers Michelin-starred dining, a luxurious spa, and elegant rooms overlooking Hyde Park in Mayfair, just steps from high-end shopping and cultural attractions.
- [The Plaza](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/new-york/the-plaza.md) (5-star, New York) — Iconic 5-star luxury at the heart of Manhattan, The Plaza offers opulent rooms, world-class dining, and exclusive amenities steps from Central Park and 5th Avenue's shopping paradise.
- [The Ritz London](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-kingdom/london/the-ritz-london.md) (5-star, London) — The Ritz London, a 5-star icon overlooking Green Park, offers luxurious rooms, Michelin-starred dining, and classic afternoon teas in a stunning Neoclassical setting in the heart of London.
- [The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/honolulu/the-royal-hawaiian-a-luxury-collection-resort-waikiki.md) (5-star, Honolulu) — This iconic pink 5-star resort in Waikiki offers luxurious beachfront accommodations, two pools, a spa, and cultural activities, blending Hawaiian charm with modern amenities in the heart of Honolulu.
- [The Savoy, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, London](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-kingdom/london/the-savoy.md) (5-star, London) — A London icon since 1889, The Savoy sits on the Thames near Covent Garden, offering Art Deco and Edwardian rooms, Gordon Ramsay restaurants, the legendary American Bar, and a full spa.
- [The St. Regis New York](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/new-york/the-st-regis-new-york.md) (5-star, New York) — The St. Regis New York, a 5-star landmark in Manhattan, offers opulent rooms, impeccable service, and prime access to iconic attractions like MoMA and Rockefeller Center, all within a historic Beaux-Arts building.
- [The Hotel Chelsea](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/new-york/the-hotel-chelsea.md) (4-star, New York) — A New York landmark hotel in Chelsea, steps from Madison Square Garden and The High Line, with a spa, fitness center, restaurant, and room service — all within walking distance of Penn Station.
- [Waldorf Astoria New York](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/united-states/new-york/waldorf-astoria-new-york.md) (4-star, New York) — An iconic Art Deco gem on Park Avenue, the 4-star Waldorf Astoria New York offers luxurious rooms, gourmet dining, and a boutique spa, just steps from Rockefeller Center and Central Park.
- [Sandy Lane Hotel](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/barbados/st-james/sandy-lane-hotel.md) (St. James) — Nestled in St. James, Sandy Lane Hotel epitomizes legendary luxury, offering world-class amenities and unparalleled prestige that have made it a globally renowned resort destination.

## Common questions

**What makes Celebrity Favorites properties different from regular luxury hotels?**

These aren't just hotels where celebrities have stayed—they're properties that stars have personally invested in, own, or return to repeatedly for their own getaways. The key difference is authenticity: many celebrities are directly involved in the design, concept, and ongoing operations, which means these hotels reflect genuine personal taste rather than commercial branding. You'll find George Clooney's lakeside Italian retreat, Francis Ford Coppola's boutique hotels infused with his cinematic vision, and Robert De Niro's design-forward properties. What sets them apart is their emphasis on discretion, privacy, and understated elegance over spectacle—these are places designed for actual living and relaxation, not for performing or being seen.

**Will I actually see celebrities if I stay at these hotels?**

While celebrity sightings are possible, these properties prioritize privacy and discretion above all else, so don't expect red-carpet moments or paparazzi scenes. The staff is expertly trained in 'invisible attentiveness'—providing exceptional service while respecting all guests' privacy equally, whether you're famous or not. Many celebrities choose these hotels specifically because they can relax without being bothered, and the properties are often located in naturally beautiful, secluded areas rather than high-visibility urban centers. The real appeal isn't about spotting stars—it's about experiencing the same refined, authentic hospitality that celebrities themselves value when they want to truly unwind.

**Who are Celebrity Favorites properties best suited for?**

These properties appeal to discerning travelers who appreciate thoughtful design, exceptional service, and authentic experiences over flashy luxury. They're ideal for guests seeking privacy and discretion—whether you're a high-profile professional, a couple on a romantic getaway, or simply someone who values being able to relax without intrusion. Design enthusiasts will appreciate the celebrity-curated aesthetics and personal touches that reflect individual passions and travels. These hotels also suit travelers interested in cultural immersion and local connection, as many celebrity owners have chosen to invest in neighborhood revitalization and authentic local experiences rather than creating isolated luxury bubbles.

**What kind of amenities and experiences can I expect at these properties?**

Amenities tend to prioritize comfort and authenticity over ostentatious luxury. Expect beautifully designed spaces with personal touches that reflect the owner's travels and tastes—perhaps cinema-themed elements at Coppola's properties or rock-and-roll sophistication at Bono's hotels. Service is exceptional but understated, with staff trained to anticipate needs without being intrusive. Many properties feature exceptional restaurants showcasing local cuisine, intimate bars, and curated art collections. Rather than massive spa complexes or endless activity programs, you'll find thoughtfully selected experiences: perhaps wine from the owner's vineyard, cooking classes featuring family recipes, or access to hidden local gems. The focus is on quality, authenticity, and creating spaces where guests can genuinely relax and connect with the destination.

**What price range should I expect for Celebrity Favorites hotels?**

These properties typically fall in the high-end luxury category, with rates generally ranging from $400 to $1,500+ per night depending on the property, location, and season. However, they often provide better value than you might expect for celebrity-associated hotels because the focus is on genuine hospitality rather than charging premiums for famous names. Properties in European countryside locations or smaller cities may be more accessible than those in major destinations. Many offer special packages, particularly during shoulder seasons, and some boutique properties have more affordable room categories. The investment reflects exceptional service, unique design, prime locations, and the assurance of privacy and discretion that celebrities themselves demand.

**When is the best time to book a Celebrity Favorites property?**

Timing depends on your priorities. For the best rates and availability, consider shoulder seasons (spring and fall) when you'll enjoy pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and more intimate experiences. However, many celebrities retreat to these properties during off-peak times precisely for the privacy and tranquility, so you might actually share the vibe they're seeking during quieter periods. Book well in advance—3 to 6 months—for peak seasons or specific properties with limited rooms, as these boutique hotels often have fewer than 50 rooms. For spontaneous luxury travelers, some properties offer last-minute packages during slower periods. Check if any celebrity-hosted events, film festivals, or special programming might coincide with your dates, as these can be both a draw and a reason for higher rates.

**Are Celebrity Favorites properties family-friendly, or are they adults-only?**

This varies by property, but many Celebrity Favorites hotels welcome families, particularly those owned by celebrities who value family time themselves. Francis Ford Coppola's properties, for example, are known for being genuinely family-friendly with activities for children. However, the vibe tends to be sophisticated and quiet rather than resort-style entertainment, so these work best for families with older children who appreciate cultural experiences, nature, and relaxed exploration. Some properties in romantic locations like Italy or secluded retreats are more naturally suited to couples. It's worth checking individual property policies, as a few may have age restrictions in certain areas like spas or specialty restaurants. The key is that even family-friendly properties maintain the peaceful, refined atmosphere that makes them celebrity favorites in the first place.

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