This luxury retreat in ritzy Bel-Air is one of Los Angeles' -- indeed, one of the country's -- poshest and most romantic getaways. The 12 acres of landscaped gardens allow it to feel secluded and private, even though it's only a 10-minute drive from the designer shopping in Beverly Hills. The 103 sophisticated rooms and suites blend Spanish Colonial and French Deco influences; some have fireplaces and patios. Gourmet California cuisine is available from Wolfgang Puck, while the lounge has live music performances and light Mediterranean fare. Free treats such as popsicles are served at the chic, heated outdoor pool, and there is small luxury spa with seven treatment rooms.
This luxury retreat in ritzy Bel-Air is one of Los Angeles' -- indeed, one of the country's -- poshest and most romantic getaways. The 12 acres of landscaped gardens allow it to feel secluded and private, even though it's only a 10-minute drive from the designer shopping in Beverly Hills. The 103 sophisticated rooms and suites blend Spanish Colonial and French Deco influences; some have fireplaces and patios. Gourmet California cuisine is available from Wolfgang Puck, while the lounge has live music performances and light Mediterranean fare. Free treats such as popsicles are served at the chic, heated outdoor pool, and there is small luxury spa with seven treatment rooms.
The 67-room O Hotel is a boutique property in downtown Los Angeles, a 10-minute walk to the Staples Center. A low-lit hotel, it has a distinct, modern aesthetic and a fun restaurant, Bar I Kitchen, on its first floor. It also has the D'Vine wine bar in the basement, which is similarly celebrated. Like the common spaces, rooms are contemporary and distinct, but some rooms don't have windows and edge on feeling claustrophobic. The hotel charges a daily service fee, which covers Wi-Fi, a continental breakfast, two bottles of water in each room, and use of the fitness center. Parking is pretty affordable in a garage next door. For something downtown with a social scene and rooftop pool, check rates at the Freehand Los Angeles.
The 67-room O Hotel is a boutique property in downtown Los Angeles, a 10-minute walk to the Staples Center. A low-lit hotel, it has a distinct, modern aesthetic and a fun restaurant, Bar I Kitchen, on its first floor. It also has the D'Vine wine bar in the basement, which is similarly celebrated. Like the common spaces, rooms are contemporary and distinct, but some rooms don't have windows and edge on feeling claustrophobic. The hotel charges a daily service fee, which covers Wi-Fi, a continental breakfast, two bottles of water in each room, and use of the fitness center. Parking is pretty affordable in a garage next door. For something downtown with a social scene and rooftop pool, check rates at the Freehand Los Angeles.
The pet-friendly, 457-room upper-middle-range Sheraton Universal is next door to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal City Walk, with restaurants and shops also within walking distance. Standard rooms are stylish with Starbucks coffee, bottled water, and flat-screen TVs while upgraded rooms have balconies with seating and Club Lounge access, with breakfast and Wi-Fi included as well. An outdoor pool and hot tub plus poolside bar are a major plus, and the fitness and business centers are modern and large. The on-site restaurant and bar, serves American cuisine and cocktails. Nonetheless, Wi-Fi for non-SPG members and on-site parking require expensive daily fees.
The pet-friendly, 457-room upper-middle-range Sheraton Universal is next door to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal City Walk, with restaurants and shops also within walking distance. Standard rooms are stylish with Starbucks coffee, bottled water, and flat-screen TVs while upgraded rooms have balconies with seating and Club Lounge access, with breakfast and Wi-Fi included as well. An outdoor pool and hot tub plus poolside bar are a major plus, and the fitness and business centers are modern and large. The on-site restaurant and bar, serves American cuisine and cocktails. Nonetheless, Wi-Fi for non-SPG members and on-site parking require expensive daily fees.