Hotel

Hotel is currently streaming on major platforms, and it earns its romantic beats rather than assuming them. The 5-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. The chemistry James Brolin brings to it is the real engine here. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Hotel is worth clearing space for. The chemistry between the leads is the engine that drives everything, and Hotel makes sure it fires. Hotel is an American prime time drama series which aired on ABC from September 21, 1983 to May 5, 1988 in the timeslot following Dynasty. Based on Arthur Hailey's 1965 novel of the same name, the series was produced by Aaron Spelling and set in the elegant and fictitious St. Gregory Hotel in San Francisco. James Brolin and Connie Sellecca lead a cast whose chemistry carries the emotional beats. It ran for 5 seasons (1982–1988), and the writing holds up across every one of them. The relationship at the centre of Hotel develops at a pace that feels earned rather than rushed for plot reasons. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

Hotel is the kind of thing you watch without apology. Viewers who responded to The Young and the Restless will find a lot to like here too. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. James Brolin carries the emotional throughline with real conviction. You will have strong feelings about it by the finale.

Hotel wrapped up in 1988, created by Aaron Spelling — and 5 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.