Best Hotel Los Angeles
Jul 16, 2017, 10:17 am
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I like the style of Shutters on the Beach, although if it's become filled with kids, that would be a big negative and detract from the casual and peaceful elegance.
There's a low key property with rooms decorated in an Asian style a bit off the beaten track in Beverley Hills. It was a Raffles property but I'm not sure about the current name. If it hasn't changed too much, this could be a potential alternative for the OP. I assume they have a nice presidential suite.
There's a low key property with rooms decorated in an Asian style a bit off the beaten track in Beverley Hills. It was a Raffles property but I'm not sure about the current name. If it hasn't changed too much, this could be a potential alternative for the OP. I assume they have a nice presidential suite.
Jul 16, 2017, 11:10 am
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I like the style of Shutters on the Beach, although if it's become filled with kids, that would be a big negative and detract from the casual and peaceful elegance.
There's a low key property with rooms decorated in an Asian style a bit off the beaten track in Beverley Hills. It was a Raffles property but I'm not sure about the current name. If it hasn't changed too much, this could be a potential alternative for the OP. I assume they have a nice presidential suite.
There's a low key property with rooms decorated in an Asian style a bit off the beaten track in Beverley Hills. It was a Raffles property but I'm not sure about the current name. If it hasn't changed too much, this could be a potential alternative for the OP. I assume they have a nice presidential suite.
Jul 16, 2017, 12:24 pm
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Jul 16, 2017, 2:43 pm
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I agree. Viceroy properties tend to be the dumb blondes of the hotel world: pretty to look at but really ditzy when it comes to service. I must admit, though, that I am genuinely curious about the old Raffles l'ermitage. The renovations look irresistibly gorgeous but I fear Viceroy will have staffed the place with a bunch of Chrissy Snow-type personalities.
Jul 16, 2017, 4:23 pm
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I dont know the area at all - I am visiting. I am coming in for a wedding and have 3 days prior to enjoy my time. That is it. We have no agenda. Just a wallet full of money and time to burn. Those are the only real qualifiers I can add.
Jul 16, 2017, 4:29 pm
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seems viceroy bought l'ermitage, began managing in 2010. changed name in 2016 after renovation.
other owned hotels included tides miami for example, from 2006 to 2011.
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Jul 16, 2017, 11:35 pm
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if you have not been to LA before and have just 3 days santa barbara will be a waste of time.
drive your 911 on the Pacific Coast Highway a little north of Malibu, have some lunch around the area, and burn your money in LA. 3 days in LA is no time at all. also your 911 is pretty much like a honda there, everybody has one
Jul 17, 2017, 4:17 pm
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my suggestion is don't drive to santa barbara to stay there.
if you have not been to LA before and have just 3 days santa barbara will be a waste of time.
drive your 911 on the Pacific Coast Highway a little north of Malibu, have some lunch around the area, and burn your money in LA. 3 days in LA is no time at all. also your 911 is pretty much like a honda there, everybody has one
if you have not been to LA before and have just 3 days santa barbara will be a waste of time.
drive your 911 on the Pacific Coast Highway a little north of Malibu, have some lunch around the area, and burn your money in LA. 3 days in LA is no time at all. also your 911 is pretty much like a honda there, everybody has one
Jul 17, 2017, 4:33 pm
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Curious as to what you think is the right length of time in LA, then. We've been once for a 4-day weekend and were hard pressed to think of much to do. Going back and deciding between 3 or 4 nights combining with 2 or 3 nights in Santa Monica. Staying at WA and likely Belmond El Encanto.
Jan 18, 2019, 1:25 pm
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Hi everyone,
So I am planning a trip that will end in LA for a one night layover before I fly back to Calgary.
Curious to know what everyone here would recommend in terms of a hotel for us. We want the location to be modern/chic but also relaxing. Not looking for a "W like" atmosphere at all.
We don't plan on doing much sight seeing, and just want to relax at the hotel, maybe get a massage and have a nice dinner to conclude our trip.
The trip will have me staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong, Amanoi and Aman Tokyo, so looking for something of simosim style/caliber to finish off the trip.
Thanks for the help and advice!
So I am planning a trip that will end in LA for a one night layover before I fly back to Calgary.
Curious to know what everyone here would recommend in terms of a hotel for us. We want the location to be modern/chic but also relaxing. Not looking for a "W like" atmosphere at all.
We don't plan on doing much sight seeing, and just want to relax at the hotel, maybe get a massage and have a nice dinner to conclude our trip.
The trip will have me staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong, Amanoi and Aman Tokyo, so looking for something of simosim style/caliber to finish off the trip.
Thanks for the help and advice!
Jan 18, 2019, 1:55 pm
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Hi everyone,
So I am planning a trip that will end in LA for a one night layover before I fly back to Calgary.
Curious to know what everyone here would recommend in terms of a hotel for us. We want the location to be modern/chic but also relaxing. Not looking for a "W like" atmosphere at all.
We don't plan on doing much sight seeing, and just want to relax at the hotel, maybe get a massage and have a nice dinner to conclude our trip.
The trip will have me staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong, Amanoi and Aman Tokyo, so looking for something of simosim style/caliber to finish off the trip.
Thanks for the help and advice!
So I am planning a trip that will end in LA for a one night layover before I fly back to Calgary.
Curious to know what everyone here would recommend in terms of a hotel for us. We want the location to be modern/chic but also relaxing. Not looking for a "W like" atmosphere at all.
We don't plan on doing much sight seeing, and just want to relax at the hotel, maybe get a massage and have a nice dinner to conclude our trip.
The trip will have me staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong, Amanoi and Aman Tokyo, so looking for something of simosim style/caliber to finish off the trip.
Thanks for the help and advice!
Jan 18, 2019, 2:27 pm
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@specboi how far are you willing to go in LA? Hotel Bel Air is nice, but it feels more like a resort compound than a luxury hotel to me. Everything is a bit too sprawling for my liking. I actually prefer the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills. The rooftop pool and whirlpool are amazing!