Okay, so, “What hotel in Pretty Woman?” Right, let’s dive into this. This wasn’t some fancy research project, more like a random thought that spiraled out of control. I was watching “Pretty Woman” again – yeah, I know, guilty pleasure – and I suddenly got obsessed with finding out exactly which hotel they used.
First, I started with Google. Man, that was a rabbit hole. Tons of articles, fan forums, all with conflicting information. Some said it was the Regent Beverly Wilshire, others claimed it was a completely different place. I spent hours sifting through blurry photos, comparing architectural details, and cross-referencing dates. It was like a real-life detective game, only less exciting and way more frustrating.
Then I tried a different tactic. I figured, heck, if the internet’s failing me, maybe I can find it on location-based movie sites. I stumbled upon a few, and, well, some of the information was helpful, some was… not. One site said it was shot at a different hotel entirely, and used CGI to make it look like the Beverly Wilshire. I almost threw my laptop out the window at that point. Seriously. Almost.
Next, I went old-school. I actually picked up a copy of the book “Pretty Woman” – the novel, not the screenplay. Figured there might be some clues there. There weren’t. The book’s basically a different story altogether.
So, after days of this wild goose chase, what did I find out? Well, it seems the consensus amongst the more reliable sources points towards the Beverly Wilshire. But, get this, a lot of the scenes were shot on multiple sets and locations. It’s not a single, definitive answer. Some exterior shots might be from elsewhere. It’s a bit of a movie magic mystery, apparently.
In short: My journey to find the hotel in “Pretty Woman” was a chaotic mix of online searches, unreliable sources, and a whole lotta frustration. While the Beverly Wilshire seems to be the main location, it wasn’t a simple case of finding one hotel and being done with it. It’s complicated, and I’m still not entirely sure I have the whole story! Maybe I’ll try again next time I’m watching the movie.
- Google Searches: A lot. Too many.
- Fan Forums: A minefield of conflicting information.
- Movie Location Sites: Hit and miss. Mostly miss.
- The Book: Completely unhelpful.
Lesson learned? Sometimes the answer isn’t as straightforward as you’d hope. And sometimes, the journey is more entertaining than the destination.
