These 7 Properties Will Make You Feel Like Youre at the Grand Budapest Hotel

One glance at the swimming pool at The Corinthia and you’ll be booking your stay. The 49-foot stretch of water is exceptionally Wes—perfectly symmetrical and columned, set beneath a stained glass roof, and a second-floor wraparound balcony overlooks the water. The rest of the property is just as elegant, with a classic exterior that could be called The Grand Budapest’s sister. There’s also luxe rooms and suites and a central location in the city of Budapest itself. Alongside the pool, you’ll find saunas, a steam bath, a hammam, and a variety of spa services.

Located in Stockholm, this opulent property puts the grand in Grand Hôtel. It’s palatial, with high ceilings, intricate columns, and delicate crown moulding. With its art nouveau architecture and European design, the Grand Hôtel is built on the type of luxury and glamor that one can only dream of—likely what Anderson imagined the Grand Budapest Hotel would be like during its early heyday. Here, the staff provides exceptional service, and you’ll rub elbows with the elite.

You don’t need to book a flight all the way to Europe to experience the same atmosphere as The Grand Budapest. In fact, you can find something similar in New York City that is definitely worth a trip. The Bowery Hotel in Manhattan’s Lower East Side is the perfect combination of luxe and dreamy. The vibe here is artsy, creative, and a little eccentric—what Anderson is all about. While you’ll see all the same rich, lush colors as The Grand Budapest, the ambiance in the common spaces is admittedly a bit darker, with more mood lighting, brass fixtures, and sumptuous velvets befitting its home city.

Just looking at the exterior of this property will have you feeling like you’re transported into The Grand Budapest Hotel, albeit without the pink walls. The symmetrical design and location in Salzburg (near Germany where the film was made, and Eastern Europe where the film is set) all work together to make this hotel about as close as you can get to actually sending yourself into the movie. The glass-roofed lobby and artistic presence throughout the main spaces will make you feel the same sense of grandeur, while the knowledgeable and helpful staff and slightly dated decor will stick you back into the right time period.

Just like the glorious Grand Budapest, this luxe hotel in Morocco sports a pink facade of which you’ll want to snap a few pictures. A hallmark of Anderson’s style is his use of color. At the Amenjena, creamy pastel pinks coat the walls and rich red carpets adorn the floors—design elements that are similar to what you’ll see in the movie but still maintain a twist that is unique to Morocco. While you won’t get the turn-of-the-20th-century feel here, you will be absolutely stunned by its architecture and design. The resort is built around a reflecting pool that is perfect for gazing contemplation, and the vaulted ceilings and arches bring all the same drama and allure.