Top 10 Disaster Movies Set in Luxury Hotels

Description: Although set on a cruise ship, the disaster occurs during a New Year's Eve party in the ship's grand ballroom, which could be considered a 'luxury hotel' setting. The ship capsizes, and passengers must navigate through the inverted ship to survive.

Fact: The film won an Academy Award for Best Song, "The Morning After," and was one of the top-grossing films of

Description: Set in Africa, this film involves a luxury hotel under construction being terrorized by man-eating lions. While not a traditional disaster movie, the chaos and fear created by the lions mimic the tension of a disaster scenario.

Fact: The film was inspired by real events, and the lions, known as the Tsavo maneaters, are now on display at the Field Museum in Chicago.

Description: This film features scenes where characters seek shelter in a luxury hotel as a comet threatens Earth, showcasing the human drama and survival instinct during a global catastrophe.

Fact: The film was released the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two comet/asteroid disaster movies.

Description: A heist film set during a massive flood in a small town, where the local bank's money is moved to a luxury hotel for safekeeping. The hotel becomes a battleground for thieves and law enforcement amidst rising waters.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital water effects extensively, which were groundbreaking at the time.

Description: While primarily about a fishing boat caught in a storm, the film includes scenes where survivors from other ships seek refuge in a luxury hotel, dealing with the aftermath of the storm.

Fact: The movie is based on the true story of the Andrea Gail, and the storm depicted was a real meteorological event known as the "Perfect Storm."

Description: While not exclusively set in a hotel, the film includes scenes where characters take refuge in a luxury hotel during a sudden ice age, showcasing the struggle for survival amidst global catastrophe.

Fact: The film was criticized for its scientific inaccuracies but praised for its visual effects, particularly the scenes set in New York City.

Description: This film, while primarily about a Coast Guard rescue, includes scenes where survivors from a shipwreck seek refuge in a luxury hotel, dealing with the aftermath of the disaster.

Fact: The movie is based on a true story from 1952, and the rescue operation depicted is considered one of the most daring in Coast Guard history.

Description: This whimsical film by Wes Anderson features a luxurious hotel as the backdrop for a series of comedic and dramatic events, including a theft that leads to chaos. While not a traditional disaster movie, the hotel itself faces its own form of 'disaster' through political upheaval and personal vendettas.

Fact: The film was shot in Germany, with the hotel exterior being a meticulously crafted set. The color palette of the movie was inspired by the works of Gustav Klimt.

Description: A South Korean film where a luxury hotel becomes the epicenter of a catastrophic fire, trapping guests and staff in a fight for survival. This movie captures the essence of disaster films with its intense action sequences and emotional depth.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life MGM Grand fire in Las Vegas. It was one of the most expensive Korean films ever made at the time of its release.

Description: Set in a near-future Los Angeles, this film revolves around a members-only hospital for criminals, disguised as a luxury hotel. When a riot breaks out, the hotel becomes a fortress under siege, blending elements of disaster with crime thriller.

Fact: The film features Jodie Foster in a rare action role, and the hotel's design was inspired by the Bradbury Building in Los Angeles.