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Sleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
by Monika MarkovinovicOh, to be a celebrity—walking red carpets, flying in private jets and sometimes even owning luxury hotels. That’s right: just checking into an extravagant hotel that belongs to a boldface name puts you one degree of separation from a star. If you’re lucky, maybe you’ll even run into them in the lobby.
Sleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
“An oasis in the city“ is how Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro once described his Greenwich Hotel in Manhattan’s TriBeCa neighborhood. With only 88 rooms onsite and no two alike, this exquisite boutique hotel is as discreet and one-of-a-kind as the A-list celeb himself. The 30-foot skylights, 18th-century bamboo spa brought over piece by piece from Japan and a tree-filled courtyard that feels like an Italian palazzo, all resonate with De Niro’s meticulous touch. Plus, it’s home to NYC hotspots Shibui Spa and Locanda Verde restaurant.
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A charming tale that could be the plot of a movie, Richard Gere once stumbled upon a local historic site while riding horses with his then-wife actress Carey Lowell. The two fell in love with it, bought it and went to work restoring and renovating the 1762 stone farmhouse. And just like that, the eight-room Bedford Post Inn was born. Word on the street is you’ll spot the Pretty Woman star more often than not. Perhaps you’ll find him at the charming inn’s yoga studio or enjoying a glass of vino at one of the two distinct restaurants serving local farm-to-table fare.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
Commander Ian Fleming discovered 15 acres of tropical overbrush, formerly a donkey racetrack, for sale in the small town of Oracabessa Bay, Jamaica. It’s then he sketched up his dream villa, naming it GoldenEye—the place he would write up his 007 super-agent James Bond. When Dr. No was being filmed in Jamaica, Fleming suggested Island Records founder Chris Blackwell be hired as a location scout and consult on the movie’s soundtrack. After Fleming died in 1976, Blackwell bought GoldenEye and expanded the estate into a 52-acre property with pastel bungalows and suites, a treehouse spa and two stunning oceanfront pools.
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On the Eastern shore of the Dominican Republic, the tropical Tortuga Bay Puntacana Resort & Club counts Latin crooner Julio Iglesias as one of its owners, along with the late Oscar de la Renta who originally designed the cheery, sunny-yellow villas. Iglesias owns a home in the gated community that encompasses the 30-suite hotel, so you may just hear him singing a tune on the quaint private beach, on one of the three supremely designed golf courses or at ultra-relaxing Six Senses Spa.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
He may be taking fewer roles on the big screen now, but Robert De Niro’s co-ownership in the hotel business is thriving. The eight-time Academy Award nominee partnered with world-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa to collaborate on a chef-driven collection of boutique hotels. From Barcelona to Los Cabos, Nobu Hotels blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Each hotel features a five-star restaurant and local experiences to wow every guest (celeb or not).
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
When Sir Richard Branson arrived in Morocco intending to circumnavigate the globe by hot-air balloon, his parents discovered a stunning 27-room property high in the Atlas Mountains. While he didn’t quite reach his goal, he did eventually purchase that magnificent Casbah to realize his parent’s dream of a grand Moroccan retreat. Kasbah Tamadot is designed with a host of artifacts inspired by the collection of the former owner, interior designer Luciano Tempo. True to form, this Virgin Limited Edition property offers a balance of leisure activities and more exciting endeavors that extend far beyond a dip in the pool—everything from mule rides to mountain hikes. You may just find yourself in a balloon above Marrakech, with big dreams of seeing the world just like Branson.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
Perched majestically on volcanic rocks, offering breathtaking views of fiery red Fijian sunsets and turquoise waters of the Koro Sea, Namale Resort & Spa caught Tony Robbins’ eye and who could blame him? Situated on 525 acres of virtually untouched land, the world’s most exclusive clientele come to this adults-only resort to not worry about a single thing—only 44 guests at any given time makes for a supremely private atmosphere. The 19 private rooms and villas each come with five-star features such as ocean views, private decks and personal pools. We don’t blame you if Robbins just motivated you to book a ticket straight to Fiji.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
The onetime home of The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola, Jardin Escondido is a trendy hot spot in the Palermo Soho neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Just seven suites can be found within the hotel, each uniquely decorated and named after a member of the Coppola clan. Of particular note is the Francis Suite, an accommodation Ford Coppola called home for the two years he lived in Buenos Aires between 2007 and 2009 while shooting his film Tetro. As one would expect, a wide variety of Coppola’s works are available from the hotel’s video library. Find us checking into Sofia.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
Once a fortress built to defend two important Roman roads in 1254, Il Borro has been transformed into luxury suites, villas and charming country farmhouses for guests to experience the perfect balance of past, present and future. Ferruccio Ferragamo, the son of Italy’s renowned shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo, bought the charming village in 1993 from Prince Amedeo, Duke of Savoy-Aosta, after falling in love with the historic property eight years earlier. Offering wine tours, cooking classes, horse riding and artisans’ workshops, the romantic property offers a series of unique experiences designed to enjoy the best of the Estate.
VIEW HOTELSleep Like a Star at These Celebrity-Owned Hotels
While Sir Richard Branson’s most iconic property may be Necker Island, a slice of paradise in the Caribbean, his property situated in the world-renowned Sabi Sands Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa may just be the most awe-inspiring. Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is Branson’s interpretation of what a South African Safari should be. The mogul purchased the land in 1994 and has since created a wonderland where adventurous spirits can embark on Big Five safaris. Ulusaba, meaning “place of little fear” in the local Shangaan language, has two lodges: one on top of a small mountain with panoramic views, and a second lodge in the heart of the bush close to all the action. Staffed by locals, these lodges feature South African décor, plunge pools and a private gym.
VIEW HOTEL“An oasis in the city“ is how Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro once described his Greenwich Hotel in Manhattan’s TriBeCa neighborhood. With only 88 rooms onsite and no two alike, this exquisite boutique hotel is as discreet and one-of-a-kind as the A-list celeb himself. The 30-foot skylights, 18th-century bamboo spa brought over piece by piece from Japan and a tree-filled courtyard that feels like an Italian palazzo, all resonate with De Niro’s meticulous touch. Plus, it’s home to NYC hotspots Shibui Spa and Locanda Verde restaurant.
VIEW HOTELA charming tale that could be the plot of a movie, Richard Gere once stumbled upon a local historic site while riding horses with his then-wife actress Carey Lowell. The two fell in love with it, bought it and went to work restoring and renovating the 1762 stone farmhouse. And just like that, the eight-room Bedford Post Inn was born. Word on the street is you’ll spot the Pretty Woman star more often than not. Perhaps you’ll find him at the charming inn’s yoga studio or enjoying a glass of vino at one of the two distinct restaurants serving local farm-to-table fare.
VIEW HOTELCommander Ian Fleming discovered 15 acres of tropical overbrush, formerly a donkey racetrack, for sale in the small town of Oracabessa Bay, Jamaica. It’s then he sketched up his dream villa, naming it GoldenEye—the place he would write up his 007 super-agent James Bond. When Dr. No was being filmed in Jamaica, Fleming suggested Island Records founder Chris Blackwell be hired as a location scout and consult on the movie’s soundtrack. After Fleming died in 1976, Blackwell bought GoldenEye and expanded the estate into a 52-acre property with pastel bungalows and suites, a treehouse spa and two stunning oceanfront pools.
VIEW HOTELOn the Eastern shore of the Dominican Republic, the tropical Tortuga Bay Puntacana Resort & Club counts Latin crooner Julio Iglesias as one of its owners, along with the late Oscar de la Renta who originally designed the cheery, sunny-yellow villas. Iglesias owns a home in the gated community that encompasses the 30-suite hotel, so you may just hear him singing a tune on the quaint private beach, on one of the three supremely designed golf courses or at ultra-relaxing Six Senses Spa.
VIEW HOTELHe may be taking fewer roles on the big screen now, but Robert De Niro’s co-ownership in the hotel business is thriving. The eight-time Academy Award nominee partnered with world-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa to collaborate on a chef-driven collection of boutique hotels. From Barcelona to Los Cabos, Nobu Hotels blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Each hotel features a five-star restaurant and local experiences to wow every guest (celeb or not).
VIEW HOTELWhen Sir Richard Branson arrived in Morocco intending to circumnavigate the globe by hot-air balloon, his parents discovered a stunning 27-room property high in the Atlas Mountains. While he didn’t quite reach his goal, he did eventually purchase that magnificent Casbah to realize his parent’s dream of a grand Moroccan retreat. Kasbah Tamadot is designed with a host of artifacts inspired by the collection of the former owner, interior designer Luciano Tempo. True to form, this Virgin Limited Edition property offers a balance of leisure activities and more exciting endeavors that extend far beyond a dip in the pool—everything from mule rides to mountain hikes. You may just find yourself in a balloon above Marrakech, with big dreams of seeing the world just like Branson.
VIEW HOTELPerched majestically on volcanic rocks, offering breathtaking views of fiery red Fijian sunsets and turquoise waters of the Koro Sea, Namale Resort & Spa caught Tony Robbins’ eye and who could blame him? Situated on 525 acres of virtually untouched land, the world’s most exclusive clientele come to this adults-only resort to not worry about a single thing—only 44 guests at any given time makes for a supremely private atmosphere. The 19 private rooms and villas each come with five-star features such as ocean views, private decks and personal pools. We don’t blame you if Robbins just motivated you to book a ticket straight to Fiji.
VIEW HOTELThe onetime home of The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola, Jardin Escondido is a trendy hot spot in the Palermo Soho neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Just seven suites can be found within the hotel, each uniquely decorated and named after a member of the Coppola clan. Of particular note is the Francis Suite, an accommodation Ford Coppola called home for the two years he lived in Buenos Aires between 2007 and 2009 while shooting his film Tetro. As one would expect, a wide variety of Coppola’s works are available from the hotel’s video library. Find us checking into Sofia.
VIEW HOTELOnce a fortress built to defend two important Roman roads in 1254, Il Borro has been transformed into luxury suites, villas and charming country farmhouses for guests to experience the perfect balance of past, present and future. Ferruccio Ferragamo, the son of Italy’s renowned shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo, bought the charming village in 1993 from Prince Amedeo, Duke of Savoy-Aosta, after falling in love with the historic property eight years earlier. Offering wine tours, cooking classes, horse riding and artisans’ workshops, the romantic property offers a series of unique experiences designed to enjoy the best of the Estate.
VIEW HOTELWhile Sir Richard Branson’s most iconic property may be Necker Island, a slice of paradise in the Caribbean, his property situated in the world-renowned Sabi Sands Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa may just be the most awe-inspiring. Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is Branson’s interpretation of what a South African Safari should be. The mogul purchased the land in 1994 and has since created a wonderland where adventurous spirits can embark on Big Five safaris. Ulusaba, meaning “place of little fear” in the local Shangaan language, has two lodges: one on top of a small mountain with panoramic views, and a second lodge in the heart of the bush close to all the action. Staffed by locals, these lodges feature South African décor, plunge pools and a private gym.
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