There are hotels that are suited for every need. Those looking for a family accommodation will be able to find suitable hotels as easily as someone looking to experience the rock n’ roll lifestyle. There are in fact many hotels that are sprouting to meet the demands of guests who want to enjoy the high life just like how their favorite rock star celebrities would while on their vacation.

A fairly recent phenomenon, these rock star hotels are growing in numbers and are usually heavily inspired by famed celebrities like rock stars and playback musicians. These hotels offer a chic and luxurious lodging experience for the guests, which vary vastly from the image we typically have of rock stars: wild, chaotic and hedonistic. This blog posting looks at what people deem as some of the best rock star hotels worldwide.

The Cumberland Hotel, London

Cumberland Hotel is a rock star hotel that is located in Oxford Street, London. Dubbed as a favourite haunt of rock star Jimi Hendrix, the hotel itself has been inspired by this star. During his 4 year stay in London, he had spent much time with his guitar in the suites of Cumberland Hotel. In fact, Cumberland Hotel is proud to hold a unique position in the history of rock n’ roll for the hotel was the last address of Hendrix before he died an untimely death on September 18 1970. To commemorate Hendrix’s death anniversary, the hotel has even launched a Hendrix Suite which any Hendrix fan would dread missing out on.

Hyatt West Hollywood Hotel, Los Angeles

You can have it your way, especially if Rock n’ Roll is your way! Located in Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles, Hyatt West Hollywood Hotel is a chic and luxurious rock star hotel where the night is forever young. More popularly known as the ‘The Riot House’, this hotel has seen legendary rock stars like Keith Moon and Jim Morrison in their most bizarre of behaviours. Those in the know will recall that it is in Hyatt West Hollywood Hotel that drummer Keith Moon was said to have thrown a TV out of the hotel window while Morrison dangled from his window several times. The hotel, once known for its rock n’ roll concerts and parties underwent a thorough overhaul and is now currently managed by Andaz hotel group.

The Clarence Hotel, Dublin

This boutique hotel in Dublin has been dubbed as Ireland’s coolest rock star hotel for a reason. This elegantly designed hotel was frequented by rock stars Bono and The Edge, who later fell in so in love with the property that they bought the hotel. In fact, it has been reported that Bono and The Edge have even filmed a video in the hotel’s terrace! Much like the character of the U2 musician cum hotel owners themselves, the hotel facilities are also hip and unstuffy. The Octagon Bar in the hotel is known for its extensive and delicious cocktail menu. Die-hard rock star fans can book a penthouse and show off their musical skills on the grand piano.

The Chelsea Hotel, New York

The Chelsea Hotel has been dubbed as New York’s number 1 rock star hotel and remains almost unrivalled. Heavily featured in music, the hotel has been immortalized several times in songs sung by musicians like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen. The hotel has opened its door several times to many celebrities including Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Patti Smith. It is said that every room in this hotel has a tale behind it. Did you know that in room 205, Bob Dylan went into a fatal coma after having consumed 18 glasses of whisky at a stretch? Likewise, in room 100, bass player Sid Vicious’s girlfriend was found stabbed in the bathroom.

Sanctum Soho, London

Situated in Warwick Street, at the heart of London’s West End, Sanctum Soho has a bohemian flair and artsy design that never fails to captivate guests. Sanctum Soho is regarded as London’s first rock star hotel, it is an ideal pit-stop for touring bands to lay back and indulge in some fun. Of course, even guests are given the luxury of enjoying being rock stars during their stay in Soho. While at the hotel, do check out the cinema hall located in the basement, roof-top garden and alfresco spa, round-the-clock cocktail bar service which comes with a mixologist and much more.