Hotels often play an important role in films, becoming not just the setting, but the real heroes of the story. These buildings, with their unique interiors, atmosphere and even secrets, influence the development of the plot and often become memorable symbols in cinema. Let's look at a few striking examples where hotels act as key plot elements.

1. The Overlook Hotel - The Shining (1980)

Director Stanley Kubrick chose The Overlook Hotel to create a dark and frightening atmosphere in the film based on the Stephen King novel. The hotel itself becomes a character, symbolizing the evil hidden behind its doors. Huge corridors, a labyrinth of rooms and eerie desertion create tension that is felt by the viewer throughout the entire film. The image of the hotel is so powerful that it itself causes horror and becomes a metaphor for madness.

2. The Grand Budapest Hotel – “The Grand Budapest Hotel” (2014)

In this film by Wes Anderson, the Grand Budapest Hotel is the center of all the action. The fictional hotel, inspired by real European hotels, is a symbol of a lost world of luxury and elegance. Anderson uses bright, symmetrical frames and rich colors to highlight the uniqueness of the location, turning it into a true art piece. The hotel becomes a symbol of nostalgia for the past and the romance of a bygone era.

3. The Plaza Hotel - Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)

The Plaza Hotel in New York is one of the most iconic hotels in the world, and she stars in this film important role. It is here that the main character, Kevin, gets up to his mischief while enjoying the luxury and comfort of the hotel. The Plaza becomes an integral part of the plot, emphasizing the contrast between the naivety of a child and the world of wealth and adulthood that surrounds him.