The Pool at Chateau Marmont

"The pool's small, the gym's dark, and the standard rooms are dowdy"

"Expect to do some star gazing by the pool, but be aware that it’s not the most kid-friendly of destinations"

"gothic crash pad houses a tranquil shady pool area, a garden dining area and a fully equipped fitness center"

"Lovely garden perfect for intimate interviews, while shaded pool is one of the most magical spots in the county"

"“Where new and old Hollywood meet”, this “chic”, “secluded” Sunset Strip “landmark” in a “beautiful” historic building surrounded by “lush foliage” delivers primo “star-watching”, whether at the “fun” bar, “great” restaurant or “rocking” pool; the “efficient and courteous” staff can sometimes come off a “tad snooty” if you’re not a Hollywood mover and shaker, and rates for the “charming”, “retro” rooms can be “pricey”, but fans proclaim the “stunning” atmosphere “worth it"

"Cameras are forbidden in the restaurant—a favorite spot for industry types and guests alike—and the famously solicitous staff won’t blink an eye if guests are misbehaving or just lounging all day by the pool"

"Known as much for its reputation as a celebrity playground as a hotel, the Chateau Marmont—modeled after a Loire Valley castle and acquired by André Balazs in 1990—remains among the hippest stays in town, especially if you can score one of the coveted poolside bungalows, which come complete with private entrances, full kitchens, and large living rooms"

"This isn't a DJ-led party pool, though there is a ping-pong table, but there are often events and private parties that congregate around the water throughout the year"

"Two by the pool and two on the hill feature private entrances, fireplaces, and furniture signed Eames and Noguchi"

"Given that the pool is heated all year, it’s a little patch of year-round tropicality"