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10 Best James Bond Hotels

9:33 PM, Nov 1, 2012   |    comments
  • 10. Couples Sans Souci, Ocho Rios, Jamaica - “Dr. No,” “Live and Let Die,” and “Goldfinger” This impressive hotel which is perched atop the cliffs of Jamaica's emerald coast appeared in three epic Bond films: “Dr. No,” “Live and Let Die,” and “Goldfinger.” Here, travelers can immerse themselves in natural mineral springs or kick back in a hammock and listen as the waves meet the shore.
  • 4. Hotel Cala di Volpe, Sardinia, Italy - “The Spy Who Loved Me” Seated on one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, this luxury hotel acted as the backdrop in the 1977 Bond film, “The Spy Who Loved Me.” With its design inspired by old fishing villages, Hotel Cala di Volpe features 97 rooms with dazzling ocean views in addition to 17 opulent suites.
  • 5. Stoke Park Country Club, Spa and Hotel, Stoke Poges, England - “Goldfinger” and “Tomorrow Never Dies” A beautiful stately mansion set in the Buckinghamshire countryside, this hotel located 35 minutes from London was featured in two films with two different Bond actors - “Goldfinger” and “Tomorrow Never Dies.” The plush property includes a 27-hole golf course designed by Harry Colt and an award-winning spa.
  • 3. LVH - Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada - “Diamonds Are Forever” Formerly the Las Vegas Hilton, this iconic Sin City hotel served as the “Whyte House” casino in the 1971 film, “Diamonds Are Forever.” In the middle of the desert, travelers can cool off by the hotel's pool which offers 18 cabanas and a relaxing 25-seat Jacuzzi.
  • 2. Hotel Atlantic Kempinski Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany - “Tomorrow Never Dies” Along the shores of Lake Alster in Hamburg is the Hotel Atlantic Kempinski which played host to Pierce Brosnan's hair-raising climb from his suite to the globe on the hotel's roof in “Tomorrow Never Dies.” The recently renovated hotel offers a private cinema for its guests, along with other posh amenities.
  • 9. British Colonial Hilton Nassau, Nassau, Bahamas - “Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again” Located steps from its own pristine beach, this grand boutique hotel appeared in “Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again.” This property combines colonial and contemporary style and is a short distance from downtown Nassau.
  • 8. Hotel Cipriani and Palazzo Vendramin by Orient-Express, Venice, Italy - “Casino Royale” Built in 1956, this hotel is situated on the edge of Giudecca Island and offers stunning views of Venice's lagoon and Doge's Palace. In the 2006 film, “Casino Royale,” the secret service agent moored his yacht at this award-winning property.
  • 6. Taj Lake Palace Udaipur, Udaipur, India - “Octopussy” With the Aravalli Mountains and city palaces in the distance, this spectacular hotel was the home of Roger Moore, better known as James Bond, in the 1976 film, “Octopussy.” This exquisite escape located along Lake Pichola boasts gilt moldings and sculpted marble columns.
  • 7. Palacio Estoril Hotel, Golf and Spa, Estoril, Portugal - “On Her Majesty's Secret Service” Just 25 minutes from Lisbon, this magnificent hotel was a meeting place for British and German spies during the Second World War and appeared in the 1969 film, “On Her Majesty's Secret Service” - the only James Bond movie in which George Lazenby played the iconic role.
  • 1. Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico - “License to Kill” Located in the center of Mexico City, the interior of this historic hotel was featured in “License to Kill” in which Timothy Dalton played Bond. In addition to its Art Nouveau Louis XV style, the hotel boasts a Tiffany stained-glass ceiling designed by French artisan, Jacques Gruber.
    
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With the highly anticipated new 007 movie, “Skyfall,” about to hit the big screen on November 9, TripAdvisor has announced 10 great James Bond hotels that have appeared in films since Ian Fleming's stories were brought to life in motion pictures. All photos courtesy James Korenchen Public Relations.