My Chateau Marmont bucket list just got a little shorter. I was finally able to stay in one of the Bungalows perched along Monteel Road. I crashed a party there once back in 2001, but that’s another story for another time.
Bungalow 3 is a Mid-Century Modern architectural dream. Check out this private back patio:
…and how it looked back in 1956:
The living room circa 1956:
Circa 2019. Still way cool.
The master bedroom:
…and master bath:
The kitchen, which retains its midcentury vibe.
Bungalow 3 is one of the most famous "rooms" at the Chateau as a result of John Belushi’s tragic OD there back in March 1982. Here’s a shot from the hillside overlooking the Bungalow that morning:
Monteel Road is a VERY small one-way street. I can’t even begin to imagine what a mess it was that day with the press and the police/medical people just trying to do their job.
The same view, circa 2025:
Back to happier thoughts…I LOVE the candles that glow every night after turn-down service.
How about this private stairway down to the pool?
Yes, I definitely felt very much at home here. To live here, I would risk the heartbreak of downsizing.
If only…
See more Chateau Marmont room photos at my main website.
5 comments:
Oh wow, Dave, that is a BIG TICK on your bucket list! I'm glad you got to (finally!) stay in one of the bungalows. And thanks for giving us all a sneak peek inside, too. I've often wondered what they looked like.
I just watched a Belushi documentary which was great and sent me down a rabbit hole. Did you specifically ask for Bungalow 3 or just by chance get put in that one?
Hi Heath - I did request it. It was an incredible experience!
When I lived there the bungalows were A. B and C
Lived there? What an experience that must have been! Would love to hear more if you care to share!
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