Sunshine, warm weather and an endless must-see list have always drawn visitors to LA. But there’s one more essential to elevate a vacation to bliss: a luxury hotel room. Los Angeles has many fantastic possibilities.
The landmark Beverly Wilshire, in the very heart of Beverly Hills, has completed a $35 million enhancement the combines the classic touches that have built its reputation sleek-yet-seamless renovations. Architect Richard Meier (of Getty Center fame) designed the celeb-packed CUT restaurant. There’s an 8,000-square-foot spa plus renovated pool. > see more ...
Opened in 1926 at the height of Roaring Twenties, Santa Monica’s Casa Del Mar recalls the grande dame beach hotels of that era. Contemporary designers have melded the historic architecture with extravagant touches: four-poster beds, marble bathrooms, carefully selected artifacts, plus wireless Internet and plasma TVs. The spacious Veranda, with 20-foot-high windows looking out to the beach, is a posh spot for lounging and dining. > see more ...
If there's one hotel that truly strives to set itself apart, it's the Four Seasons. A favorite amongst the Hollywood crowd and a frequent host of the hottest celebrities, the Four Seasons has worked to perfect what they like to call the "essence of style." > see more ...
Reopening in mid-2011, the Hotel Bel-Air's extensive refurbishment project includes the renovation of all rooms and suites, the Champagne Bar and the hotel's restaurant and private dining rooms as well as event spaces. There are also plans to add 12 villas and a 12,000 square foot spa complete with three additional suites. > see more ...
The JW Marriott and Ritz-Carlton hotels at L.A. LIVE is a joint venture of two luxury-hotel giants. Both properties boast just the kind of posh amenities you'd expect, including sprawling spas, fancy pools and spectacular guest rooms with Downtown views. > see more ...
Santa Monica’s Shutters on the Beach is beach chic at its most dazzling. Located right on beach, the rooms, created by well-known designer Michael Smith, all have a private-beach-cottage vibe. The spa treatments have been created by Ole Hendriksen and offer a divinely relaxing experience. The lavish pool faces the ocean allowing guests to move effortlessly from deck to sand. > see more ...
Hollywood glamour and French flair combine at Sofitel LA. Featuring striking interiors and design, the luxury hotel includes dining hotspot Simon LA by Kerry Simon and Stone Rose Lounge by Rande Gerber as well as a retreat getaway, Le Spa. Located on La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, Sofitel LA is right across from the Beverly Center and close to world-renowned shopping areas such as Rodeo Drive, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Boulevard. > see more ...
When you hear phrases like "spa villas" and "private tranquility gardens," you know a hotel is serious as far as luxury is concerned. The InterContinental Los Angles boasts these relaxation-inducing amenities, as well as a rooftop pool and generously sized rooms, some with sundecks or balconies, and the stylish on-site Park Grill. The InterContinental's proximity to several movie studios, Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive will also help to make you feel like you've hit the big time.
The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa in Pasadena, retains both the name of the celebrated Huntington as well as its commitment to luxurious accommodations and amenities. Its expansive grounds feel like an elegant estate in the Pasadena tradition. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the LA sunshine, including a pool, terrace, tennis courts and nearby golf facilities. > see more ...
The Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Rey recently completed a $4 million renovation of its luxurious spa, a perfect match for its prime ocean location in the West Coast’s largest small boat harbor. Every view, whether of the Pacific or the lively marina, is stellar. > see more ...

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