Chateau Marmont

Possibly one of Hollywood’s most iconic hotels, the Chateau has been the hideaway for celebrities and the entertainment elite since it officially proclaimed itself a hotel in the 1930s—the property was initially built as apartments and bungalows. Since then, it’s been the spot where stars retreat and cut loose (sometimes too freely, as was the case with Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan). Expect to do some star gazing by the pool, but be aware that it’s not the most kid-friendly of destinations.