Operations and Restoration
The hotel was acquired and restored in 1990 by Balazs. Updating the property was a notable task as he faced the need to modernize the hotel, while also receiving pressure from the hotel’s dedicated fans to preserve Chateau Marmont’s character.
For the restoration, Balazs requested to create an illusion the hotel had been untouched despite renovations. The entire hotel was re-carpeted, repainted and the public spaces were upgraded.
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