Celebrity-owned hotels, not unlike their owners, are A-listers too - classy and individualistic, full of personality, sometimes quirky, and always famous.

Listed below are the best of these A-listers – the world’s top 10 celebrity owned hotels, from an ultra-chic fashion brand hotel on Queensland’s fabulous Gold Coast to a secluded private retreat in the Maya Mountains of Belize. This list is based on the preferences of TripAdvisor editors and travelers.

1. Sundance Resort, Sundance, Utah (Robert Redford) - The Sundance Kid was a treehugger long before it became fashionable. In 1969, the same year that Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid was released, Robert Redford purchased the ski resort in the snow-laden slopes beneath Mount Timpanogos.

Robert Redford's Sundance Resort, Utah

Inspite of being urged to do so by his financial advisors, Redford refused to sign off on massive construction and spoil it’s natural beauty. Time has proven him to be right, and today, Robert Redford is hailed as a visionary. “Robert Redford did us all a favor by opening this resort, remaining loyal to nature, and preserving the beauty of the canyon,” says one TripAdvisor traveler. On the web – www.sundanceresort.com/

2. The Greenwich Hotel, New York, New York (Robert De Niro) - Robert de Niro is the defacto Godfather of Tribeca, as the Principal for everything from the Tribeca Film Festival and Tribeca Cinemas to the Tribeca Grill and Nobu, and now his latest venture – the very fashionable Greenwich Hotel, which has quickly turned into a popular hotspot for New York’s fashion elite and visiting celebrities.

Robert De Niro's Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca, New York City

One TripAdvisor traveler noted that “We stopped by the drawing room for coffee and were surprised to see that Mel Gibson chose to do the same at the table next to us.” On the web – www.thegreenwichhotel.com/

3. Gaia Retreat & Spa, Brooklet, Australia (Olivia Newton-John) - Gaia was Founded in 2005 by Olivia Newton-John and Gregg Cave.

Olivia Newton-John's Gaia Retreat in Brooklet, Australia

Set on 25 acres against a backdrop of green valleys and hills in the subtropical hinterland of Byron Bay, the retreat reflects Olivia’s personal elegance, and the rooms inspire a feeling of beauty, calmness and balance. On the web – www.gaiaretreat.com.au/ 

4. Blancaneaux Lodge, San Ignacio, Belize (Francis Ford Coppola) - After visiting Belize in the ’80s, Coppola purchased the abandoned Blancaneaux Lodge as a private family retreat. It was opened to the public in 1993.

Francis Ford Coppola's Blancaneaux Lodge, Belize

Today, Blancaneaux Lodge is a 20-room paradise tucked into the Maya Mountains where waterfalls tumble into turquoise pools above the jungle canopy. www.coppolaresorts.com/

5. Costa d’Este Beach Resort, Vero Beach, Florida (Gloria Estefan) - Owned by Gloria & Emilio Estefan, Costa d’Este is nestled on Florida’s east coast, in Vero Beach, surrounded by white sand beaches and lush natural views.

Gloria Estefan's Costa d'Este, Vero Beach, Fla.

TripAdvisor users report that Gloria Estefan is as nice as can be to guests, making them feel at home and agreeing for photo-ops. On the web – www.costadeste.com/

6. Palazzo Versace, Main Beach, Queensland, Australia (Donatella Versace) - The world’s first Versace Hotel offers a signature Versace experience, with 205 elegant rooms, a private marina and 3 award winning restaurants located on a historic site on the edge of the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Donatella Versace's Palazzo Versace, Queensland, Australia

Much like Versace’s fashion and accessories, the Hotel is a luxurious brand set a cut above the rest, and as the free mini bottles of Versace perfume offered to guests indicate, the label is never far from mind. On the web - www.palazzoversace.com/

7. Mission Ranch, Carmel, California (Clint Eastwood) - One of Clint Eastwood’s many real-life roles has been as Mayor of Carmel, and anyone who owns the historic Mission Ranch does indeed deserve the honor.

Clint Eastwood's Mission Ranch, Carmel, CA

Spread over 22 acres, Mission Ranch is a popular spot for weddings and offers a variety of accomodation choices, including the old farmhouse and barn. On the web – www.missionranchcarmel.com/

8. Kate’s Lazy Meadow Motel, Mount Tremper, New York (Kate Pierson) - The B-52′s lead singer is now enjoying a second career in hospitality up in the Catskills, near Woodstock.

Kate Pierson's 'Kate's Lazy Meadow Motel' in Mount Tremper, New York

While it’s not the Ritz, a stay at Kate’s Motel has all the quirkiness and personality that made Kate Pierson a star. On the web – www.lazymeadow.com/

9. The Big Sleep Hotel, Eastbourne, United Kingdom (John Malkovich) - Being John Malkovich has it’s advantages. One of them being that his hotel ‘The Big Sleep Hotel’ has acquired some of his magic by association, and is a decidedly hip establishment. 

John Malkovich's 'The Big Sleep Hotel' in Eastbourne, UK

 The Big Sleep Hotel also has the advantage of being easy on the wallet, and offers a free breakfast to boot. On the web – www.thebigsleephotel.com/

10. The Clarence, Dublin, Ireland (Bono and The Edge) - U2 and Bono’s midas touch isn’t limited to music, but also extends to their hotel, which is very well frequented by U2 fans and part of the Bono-themed trip circuit in Dublin, not to mention the Temple Bar’s nightlife creatures.

Bono & The Edge's 'The Clarence Hotel' in Dublin

The Octagon Bar at The Clarence is a good place for getting a taste of Dublin’s nightlife, where you’re sure to bump into plenty of famous names. On the web – www.theclarence.ie/

Photo credits:- Greenwich & Lazy Meadow - TripAdvisor; Sundance - Insufficient postage; Gaia – Gaia Retreat & Spa; Blancaneaux Lodge – Coppola Resorts; Costa d’Este – Benchmark Hospitality; Palazzo – Palazzo Versace; Mission Ranch – Sylvain Leprovost; Big Sleep – The Big Sleep Hotel; Clarence – The Clarence Hotel