VIBE

Gold standard of luxury experiences. They’ve got amazing service, every amenity you could ever wish for, a to-die-for pool scene, swank restaurants… Such sterling credentials bring in a crowd that leans decidedly toward the elder statesmen of the jet-set lifestyle, though updated amenities like the poolside cabanas and gorgeous spa have started to attract a younger Beautiful People crowd. Rooms feature top-notch linens and spacious Italian marble bathrooms.

GO HERE WITH

Family – for the fab kids’ amenities; girlfriends – for the pool scene and spa; significant other – for an ultra-pampering romantic getaway

WHY WE LIKE IT

It is, simply, perfect. From small details like the cool drink waiting for you at check-in and the monogrammed pillowcases with your initials ready on your pillow (for select guests), to mega-amenities like the heavenly spa and sexy pool, everything is executed flawlessly.

AMENITY WE LOVE

24-hour check-in/check-out–especially fantastic if you’re working around awkward flight times.

WHAT WE WOULD CHANGE

Nada.

GOOD TO KNOW

The hotel has undergone a revamp since our last visit–the former neutral, “classic” look has been replaced with sunny floral décor meant to evoke “luxurious but relaxed Beverly Hills estate." If you don’t have your own wheels, you can use the house Rolls Royce courtesy car for destinations within a two-mile vicinity. For shoppers, Rodeo Drive and Century City are only a five-minute drive away. If you’re traveling with kids, let them know–they’ll have a custom kid-friendly welcome package at the ready which includes toys and snacks.

CLOSEST COMPS

Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows(Los Angeles); L'Ermitage Beverly Hills (Los Angeles)

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