Since its opening in 1923, the luxurious Biltmore Hotel has attracted celebrities and dignitaries alike, including Rudolph Valentino, the Prince of Wales, J. Paul Getty, Howard Hughes, Herbert Hoover, and Eleanor Roosevelt. 

Alongside its high-end clientele and reputation for service, the hotel has a history of opening its doors to groups not always welcomed in elite circles. It was a hub for the LGBTQ+ community throughout the 1940s and ‘50s. A decade later, it was listed in the Green Book as a safe, travel-friendly location for members of the Black community. It also hosted many events and ceremonies for the Black community throughout the 1960s and beyond. 

Today, this Beaux-Art marvel may be most notable for appearing in films such as Chinatown, Ghostbusters, Ocean’s 11, Spider-Man, Fight Club, and Pretty in Pink. But no matter what draws you to the Biltmore, you’ll be delighted and surprised by the stories it has to tell. 

Spend a delightful Saturday afternoon touring the century-old Biltmore Hotel with the L.A. Conservancy, and afterward, consider staying for Afternoon Tea (at an additional cost; click here for more information)in the hotel’s magnificent Rendezvous Court. Tourgoers receive an exclusive discount upon registering.   

Recommended for:  

Fans of classic films and TV who want to visit famous filming locations.
Architecture and design lovers fascinated by Beaux-Arts grandeur.
Romantics and nostalgia seekers who love a glimpse into the glamour of Old Hollywood.