Beverly Hills Hotels - United States, US

Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
 

Location. The Avalon Hotel located on a residential street in Beverly Hills, Calif., is just six blocks from the fashionable shops of Beverly Hills and five miles from Hollywood. Hotel Features. Lauded as "One of the 36 Best New Hotels in the World" by Condé Nast Traveler, the Avalon interweaves retro chic with bold mid-century design. Distinguished by its unique layout, this sophisticated hideaway is composed of three buildings that surround the hotel's dramatic pool terrace. The on-site restaurant, the blue on blue serves eclectic California cuisine and features martinis in a relaxed atmosphere that includes the hotel's unusual, vintage hourglass- shaped pool. The hotel's Aura Spa offers in-room massages, body wraps, facials, hairstyling and other health-oriented treatments. Guestrooms. The 88 guestrooms feature contemporary décor with accent pieces from well- known designers Nelson, Noguchi and Eames. The guestrooms include queen beds with Italian Frette linens, high- speed Internet access, desks and media and entertainment centers. Many rooms include private balconies that overlook the street scene or the pool area. Expert Tip. Martinis are "in" and come in daily flavors at blue on blue's hipster bar. The Librarian's Martini is a combination of Southern Comfort, Amaretto, and the juices of fresh limes and cranberries. Other popular libations guests may wish to sample include A Walk in Space, Blue Avalon, and the Sex Kitten (Skyy vodka; Cointreau; sweet, fresh, lime juice, and fresh raspberries).

Elan Hotel Modern
 

The contemporary boutique-style Elan Hotel Modern in Los Angeles, Calif., is located only one block from shopping at the Beverly Center, two blocks from Restaurant Row and one mile from Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills and Museum Row. Hollywood, Universal Studios Hollywood, the Getty Center, Santa Monica Beach and downtown Los Angeles are within a 10-mile radius of the hotel. Los Angeles International Airport is 14 miles away. Nearby activities include golf, horseback riding, tennis, water sports and whale-watching excursions. This hotel exudes a modern ambience with soothing lighting and calming color schemes. The Elan Hotel Modern serves complimentary continental breakfasts each morning at bistro tables in the lobby that include freshly-brewed coffee, fruit, pastries and bagels. Complimentary wine and cheese tastings are available on weekday evenings. An on-site fitness center is available for those who want to maintain their workout schedules while away from home, and on-site massage and spa treatments can be arranged. Other amenities include high-speed Internet access in the lobby's business center, a video library and an outdoor terrace. This attractive two- story property features 50 guestrooms with down comforters, padded headboards, high-speed Internet access, minibars, windows that open, and coffeemakers with gourmet coffee. Guestroom walls display signed artists' prints. Corporate and leisure travelers can enjoy the Elan Hotel Modern's convenient access to many of southern California's major business and tourist attractions.

Le Meridien Beverly Hills
 

Location. The Le Méridien Beverly Hills is close to Rodeo Drive's high-end shops and Sunset Strip's celebrity-frequented nightclubs and cafes. This European-style hotel sits in one of the most exclusive area of southern California. This hotel is also close to the Wilshire Boulevard business district and is 10 miles from the sun and surf of Santa Monica Beach. Hotel Features. The Le Méridien Beverly Hills showcases a blend of European and Asian styles. The lobby's flower- and plant-filled niches and intimate Café Noir add to the ambience of this famed hotel. The hotel's Le Festival serves French and Mediterranean cuisine in white-linen and garden-green accents that are enlivened by vintage photographs of Cannes Film Festival. The Le Méridien Beverly Hills features the internationally renowned Morton's Steakhouse. Hotel amenities include a business center, contemporary meeting rooms, high-speed Internet access, a fitness facility, sauna and heated outdoor pool. Guestrooms. This hotel has 297 guestrooms decorated in subtle coffee and amber hues with black- accented Asian overtones. Other room amenities include Egyptian-cotton sheets, down comforters and pillows, spa tubs, imported bath products, bathrobes and slippers. Bedside telephones include heat, light, television and stereo controls. Expert Tip. Open 365 days per year, the renowned Santa Monica Pier is one of southern California's most alluring attractions that boasts an amusement park, vintage carousel and concerts. Prelude to a Kiss: Accommodations as selected: Welcome Amenities: Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries Sunday Brunch for two at Le Festival Restaurant Tax is included, but gratuities are not. span style="color: black;font-weight: bold">One Night Stand Promotion /span> Turn Down: Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries Dinner for two at Le Festival restaurant (four-course dinner with wine to accompany two courses) Tax is included, but gratuities are not.

Sunset Marquis Hotel And Villas
 

The Sunset Marquis Hotel and Villas rests secluded on three-and-a-half acres of subtropical gardens just off West Hollywood's famous Sunset Strip and close to some of the area's most popular attractions. Guests looking for the quintessential L.A. experiences won't have to stroll far, because this West Hollywood Hotel is close to Universal Studios, Mann's Theatre, Disneyland, Beverly Hills, the chic shops of Rodeo Drive, and the throbbing celebrity hotspots Whiskey A Go Go and Viper Room. Boasting Mediterranean-style architecture, this three-story West Hollywood hotel features outdoor pools, cell phones and recording studio. Guests can find plenty of funky dining options in this end of L.A., and The Room is no exception. The Sunset Marquis' intimate restaurant, splashed with rich reds, purples and pale greens, tempts tastebuds with American and California cuisine. In addition, Bar 1200, located off the hotel's lobby is a private, dimly lit hideaway reserved exclusively for hotel guests and invited regulars. Some guests book rooms at the Sunset Marquis just to hang out at the bar. Hotel accommodations include such amenities as babysitting and massages, fitness facility, spa, sauna, whirpool, business center, cell-phone rentals and rental- car arrangements. The 114 brightly colored suites feature separate sitting and dining areas, 27-inch TVs, minibars, data ports, safes, refrigerators, VCRs, DVD players, twice-daily housekeeping and high-speed Internet access. Fifteen miles from Los Angeles International Airport, this West Hollywood hotel has served as haven for entertainment figures and celebrities who cherish the residential ambience and quiet setting close to the Sunset Strip and L.A.'s hottest shopping and cafes. Families, groups, couples and folks looking for weekend getaways converge on the Sunset Marquis Hotel and Villas to drink in the quintessential L.A. experiences - or just to hang out at the bar.

Sunset Marquis Hotel And Villas
 

It doesn't get anymore Hollywood than the Sunset Marquis Hotel Los Angeles. Hidden away in a tree lined cul-de-sac; just steps from the famed sidewalks of the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood. This boutique hotel's guest-centred design and amenities provide unmatched comfort and warmth. The Bar is among the favourite watering holes for actors and rock stars.

The Orlando
 

Location. The Orlando, a stylish boutique hotel in Los Angeles, Calif., stands between Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, and is only three blocks from the Beverly Center. Restaurant Row is six blocks away, and an eclectic mix of Sunset Strip nightclubs and shops are two miles from the hotel. Hotel Features. This charming property features the La Terza Restaurant, which serves Italian specialties prepared on a wood-burning rotisserie and grill. Guests can relax on the outdoor terrace, sip beverages in the mezzanine-level lounge, or take advantage of the private wine cellar's selection of Italian wines. The restaurant also showcases a weekend brunch and provides 24-hour room service. The Orlando features a fitness room, second-floor outdoor pool, two saunas, and a private room for massages and skin care. Front desk staff can arrange for car rentals, tours and travel services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the lobby lounge. Guestrooms. The five-story Orlando offers 98 guestrooms in various configurations. Platform beds are dressed with 400- thread count Egyptian-cotton linens, down duvets and pillows. Modern décor includes dark-wood furnishings, loveseats, and desks with ergonomic chairs. Additional room amenities include high- speed Internet access, minibars, laptop-compatible safes, CD players and cable television. Bathrooms offer bathrobes, telephones and Thymes toiletries. The Orlando Hotel is a smoke- free property. Expert Tip. Music reigns at the Orlando. Executive rooms feature complimentary use of iPods, and all rooms include mp3 docking stations. Music buffs can also rent iPods, loaded with music, at the hotel's front desk.