Spa*, fitness centre, swimming pool, bike hire, beach club (seasonal)
*Denotes local charge
Spa*, fitness centre, swimming pool, bike hire, beach club (seasonal)
*Denotes local charge
You can’t get much closer to the iconic sights and entertainment venues of Hollywood than this uber-modern city hotel. The Loews Hollywood Hotel has an enviable position in the Hollywood & Highland Centre, which is home to the Dolby Theatre where the Academy Awards are held each year. If you are looking for a chic base from which to explore the city, dine and shop this spot is ideal; big name brands such as Fossil, Victoria’s Secret and Guess have stores here and there are both casual and fine dining restaurants, a night club and theatres. The hotel itself features a restaurant, the contemporary venue Prestons, open daily for breakfast and lunch. For days where you do little but laze by the fifth floor roof-top pool there’s the casual restaurant SPECK, where light snacks such as sandwiches, and drinks are served. No day’s dining needs to be the same with international chain restaurants, including Hard Rock Café and Cold Stone Creamery, and regional favourites, such as Cabo Wabo Cantina and Grill on Hollywood, available at the Hollywood & Highland Centre. The Dolby Theatre hosts big name artists and cultural events, as does the iconic Hollywood Bowl, which is just a short drive away. The rooms here have been recently renovated to bring them into line with the contemporary style of the hotel. The Standard Double Rooms are a great choice, we recommend choosing either a Cityview King Room or even better, a Hollywood Sign King for a view of the region’s most famous landmark. The open-plan Studio King Suites are a more spacious option and feature a living area and views of either the Los Angeles skyline or the Hollywood Sign.
At this Hilton managed you can follow in the footsteps of Hollywood royalty and iconic politicians. The style here is sleek and sophisticated yet not over the top and it has a long tradition of providing attentive service – and that’s not surprising with returning guests such as Barack Obama. The hotel’s Aqua Star Pool is the place to be on those hot summer days. Poolside cabanas can be rented allowing you to enjoy a slice of solitude and a cool place to lounge poolside. Following a day of shopping or exploring the famous LA sights it’s well worth indulging yourself with a treatment at the Aqua Star Spa, a tranquil haven amidst this busy metropolis. The city of Beverly Hills, which can be reached in 15 minutes by foot or a few minutes by car is awash with gourmet restaurants, including restaurants headed up by the likes of Wolfgang Puck, Nobu Matsuhisa and Thomas Keller. The hotel does hold its own when it comes to dining though – the award winning restaurant Circa 55 is a popular spot overlooking the Aqua Pool where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel’s Polynesian-themed bar Trader Vic’s Lounge replaces the Trader Vic’s which opened alongside the hotel in the 1950s, which was once a favourite with the hotel’s a-list guests. Today you can enjoy the nostalgic tiki culture with cocktails such as the famous Mai Tai – a Trader Vic’s original. The rooms and suites are located within different buildings throughout the hotel – the Wilshire Tower, The Oasis and the Cabanas which are located around the pool. Rooms feature modern amenities such as Bose Wave Music systems and plasma televisions and they offer a calm and comfortable environment. The rooms overlook the pool area and over towards the city with some featuring a small furnished balcony. A range of other rooms and suites are available on request.
This breezy and bright beach-cottage-style hotel has one of the best settings in Santa Monica; the only thing separating the beautiful Shutters on the Beach from the sand is the Ocean Front Walk, a paved promenade that winds its way north to the famous Santa Monica Pier. Many city hotels are often just a base, however, you’ll want to spend some time here during your Los Angeles and Santa Monica explorations. We love the hotel’s relaxed vibe and beach chic design as well as its cosy lounge – the Library – and pool which is surrounded sun beds and private cabanas. And the dining venues are equally wonderful. At the fine dining at the destination restaurant 1 Pico, the menu is full of fresh seafood dishes like locally caught sea bass, crab and Alaskan halibut and tasty alternatives for veggies and vegans. The Saturday at 1 Pico brunch – which includes a selection of succulent lobster dishes – is a bit of a Santa Monica institution so be sure to book your spot early.
Loews Hollywood Hotel
The Beverly Hilton, Beverly Hills
Shutters on the Beach
