EDITION Hotel West Hollywood [Master Thread]
Sep 3, 2021, 3:48 am
#61
Join Date: May 2011
Location: NYC (LGA, JFK), CT
Programs: Delta Platinum, American Gold, JetBlue Mosaic 4, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond,
Posts: 4,894
I was hesitant to stay at this hotel given the foreclosure rumors and lukewarm reviews. However, the EDITION is pretty cheap compared to the Waldorf and Peninsula, so I really couldn’t resist trying.
I booked the standard room and got upgraded to a Loft with a Terrace. I asked for a suite (which is 1 category above the Loft Terrace) but they said it wasn’t available. Didn’t bother to check to see if it was truthful (I doubt it though). Honestly, I’m satisfied with this given it was a 4 category upgrade. No complimentary breakfast (as expected at EDITIONS) so people that demand their complimentary hotel starch and salt should look elsewhere. I booked the AAA rate (which was like $50/night cheaper than standard) so no preferred agent breakfast either.
Rooms are nice. However, I doubt this loft terrace room will age well. Wood panels scratch very easily. Feels kind of cheap. The public spaces (especially the lobby with its triple height ceilings) are pretty lit these days. Service was fine but a step below the WA Beverly Hills. Some of the FDAs seem to have an attitude. I watched one sigh loudly in response to someone but I’m not sure over what. They seem fine if you’re pleasant to them but I get the feeling they will judge you based off on your appearance. I think that plays a role in getting suite upgrades as well (rip me).
Overall, I still prefer the WA Beverly Hills (and the Peninsula Beverly Hills) to this. The EDITION was cheap but I prefer being closer to Rodeo Drive and really appreciate the superior service at the WA (despite the 1-category upgrade limit).
I booked the standard room and got upgraded to a Loft with a Terrace. I asked for a suite (which is 1 category above the Loft Terrace) but they said it wasn’t available. Didn’t bother to check to see if it was truthful (I doubt it though). Honestly, I’m satisfied with this given it was a 4 category upgrade. No complimentary breakfast (as expected at EDITIONS) so people that demand their complimentary hotel starch and salt should look elsewhere. I booked the AAA rate (which was like $50/night cheaper than standard) so no preferred agent breakfast either.
Rooms are nice. However, I doubt this loft terrace room will age well. Wood panels scratch very easily. Feels kind of cheap. The public spaces (especially the lobby with its triple height ceilings) are pretty lit these days. Service was fine but a step below the WA Beverly Hills. Some of the FDAs seem to have an attitude. I watched one sigh loudly in response to someone but I’m not sure over what. They seem fine if you’re pleasant to them but I get the feeling they will judge you based off on your appearance. I think that plays a role in getting suite upgrades as well (rip me).
Overall, I still prefer the WA Beverly Hills (and the Peninsula Beverly Hills) to this. The EDITION was cheap but I prefer being closer to Rodeo Drive and really appreciate the superior service at the WA (despite the 1-category upgrade limit).
Also, looks like the loan was refi’d. Marriott needs these Edition hotels to work, I doubt they let any of them truly close without some assistance
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Oct 11, 2021, 1:37 am
#63
Join Date: May 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 3,951
The pool is the best thing about the SLS, if it’s between the two I would choose the EDITION, the lack of really any elite benefits aside.
Oct 12, 2021, 2:22 am
#65
Join Date: May 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 3,951
Great news, albeit that’s how it should have been in the first place.
Nov 19, 2021, 2:12 am
#66
Join Date: Apr 2006
Programs: Eurobonus (*G)
Posts: 448
From the pictures it seems like you can do laps at the Edition, but the pool at SLS is a bit short. Am I correct?
Nov 19, 2021, 9:17 am
#67
Join Date: May 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 3,951
Jul 6, 2022, 6:24 pm
#68
Join Date: Jan 2020
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Programs: United 1K, Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 515
I recently completed a 1 night stay here. We booked the “Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King” but upon checkin we were offered an upgrade to the “Deluxe Terrace” or the “Loft”. I think the “Loft” would have been a little more luxurious, but we love a terrace so opted for that. The check in was quick and efficient. The room was great. Very clean and simple looking, very comfortable bed. We loved the separated shower and toilet rooms as well as all the toiletry products.
We spent one evening at the pool which was fantastic. The lounge chairs looked new, had two towels covering the length of the chair, and a third towel was there for drying after the pool. Someone quickly came over and offered us food and drink. We ordered the guacamole- it was one of the best I’ve ever had. I also had a cocktail which was delicious. The team at the pool took great care of us.
As far as elite benefits, the room upgrade and late checkout were the only ones offered.
I’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
The pool here was heated. It was a bit short for laps, but they were doable.
We spent one evening at the pool which was fantastic. The lounge chairs looked new, had two towels covering the length of the chair, and a third towel was there for drying after the pool. Someone quickly came over and offered us food and drink. We ordered the guacamole- it was one of the best I’ve ever had. I also had a cocktail which was delicious. The team at the pool took great care of us.
As far as elite benefits, the room upgrade and late checkout were the only ones offered.
I’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
The pool here was heated. It was a bit short for laps, but they were doable.
Mar 20, 2023, 3:07 pm
#69
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Redondo Beach, CA USA
Programs: UA 1KMM, Bonvoy LTE+A, HH D, Nat'l EE, Hertz Plat, Avis PC
Posts: 3,712
We stayed there one night this weekend for a little "staycation" to celebrate my wife's birthday. I have to say, it was one of our most wonderful, memorable hotel stays in many years. I'm a stickler for guest service, especially at a property that wraps itself in the "luxury" flag. Having never stayed at an EDITION before, I was a little skeptical that it would be just a gussied-up W or Andaz, that is to say all pretentiousness with no substance. Boy, was I wrong! The all-white room decor did take a little getting used to (and was blindingly bright in the early afternoon sun), but the furnishings were both comfortable and usable. My wife spent a few hours at the spa where she had the best massage of her life, while I went up to the rooftop bar for a couple of cocktails expertly prepared by a very outgoing bartender. We had an incredibly good dinner at Ardor restaurant, which again I was skeptical about because the website kind of makes it sound like a place where the only thing luxurious about it is the bill at the end of the night (but in reality the decor, ambiance, service, and food were all perfectly-executed). And then we took advantage of the hotel guest VIP line to get into their Sunset nightclub, and had a great time there as well. Room service breakfast the next morning was delicious, and then we were on our way back to reality.
If all EDITION hotels are as good as this one, I can't wait to experience more of them.
If all EDITION hotels are as good as this one, I can't wait to experience more of them.
Mar 20, 2023, 3:35 pm
#70
Join Date: May 2011
Location: NYC (LGA, JFK), CT
Programs: Delta Platinum, American Gold, JetBlue Mosaic 4, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond,
Posts: 4,894
We stayed there one night this weekend for a little "staycation" to celebrate my wife's birthday. I have to say, it was one of our most wonderful, memorable hotel stays in many years. I'm a stickler for guest service, especially at a property that wraps itself in the "luxury" flag. Having never stayed at an EDITION before, I was a little skeptical that it would be just a gussied-up W or Andaz, that is to say all pretentiousness with no substance. Boy, was I wrong! The all-white room decor did take a little getting used to (and was blindingly bright in the early afternoon sun), but the furnishings were both comfortable and usable. My wife spent a few hours at the spa where she had the best massage of her life, while I went up to the rooftop bar for a couple of cocktails expertly prepared by a very outgoing bartender. We had an incredibly good dinner at Ardor restaurant, which again I was skeptical about because the website kind of makes it sound like a place where the only thing luxurious about it is the bill at the end of the night (but in reality the decor, ambiance, service, and food were all perfectly-executed). And then we took advantage of the hotel guest VIP line to get into their Sunset nightclub, and had a great time there as well. Room service breakfast the next morning was delicious, and then we were on our way back to reality.
If all EDITION hotels are as good as this one, I can't wait to experience more of them.
If all EDITION hotels are as good as this one, I can't wait to experience more of them.
Jul 27, 2023, 7:40 am
#72
Join Date: Feb 2020
Programs: British Airways Executive Club Gold, Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite, Hilton Diamond, IHG Diamond Amb
Posts: 1,771
Looking at staying here in September. Does anyone have recommendations for parking nearby? Happy to pay the $60 a night valet parking if there aren’t any, but thought it was worth exploring alternatives. Thanks.
Jul 27, 2023, 12:42 pm
#73
Join Date: Jun 2022
Programs: BAEC Gold | Marriott Bonvoy LTP
Posts: 168
There are a a handful within 3-5 blocks around the hotel. The one on Sunset is 3 blocks west of the hotel, and the others are just off Sunset. I don't recall the prices sorry.
Nov 11, 2023, 7:21 pm
#74
Join Date: May 2011
Location: NYC (LGA, JFK), CT
Programs: Delta Platinum, American Gold, JetBlue Mosaic 4, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond,
Posts: 4,894
Premier Terrace Suite (upgraded two levels from “Superior Suite”)
My status wasn’t recognized at check in, but the fact that I am a repeat guest was!
My status wasn’t recognized at check in, but the fact that I am a repeat guest was!
Last edited by Adelphos; Nov 11, 2023 at 7:29 pm
Nov 11, 2023, 9:49 pm
#75
Join Date: May 2011
Location: NYC (LGA, JFK), CT
Programs: Delta Platinum, American Gold, JetBlue Mosaic 4, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Diamond,
Posts: 4,894
Lobby bar, roof just as active as I remember from 2019. I think we are skipping Sunset tonight, still on east coast time.