Westin LAX [Master Thread]
Jun 9, 2016, 8:02 pm
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how many other names did this property have
prior to "Westin LAX" ?
IIR, wasn't it called Stoufer Concourse LAX or
something a long time ago? The reason I'm asking is that I have a photo of my family enjoying the private jacuzzi on the balcony of our suite. The jacuzzi faced the runway at LAX and a Lufthansa 747 was flying right by us while we soaked in the jacuzzi.
prior to "Westin LAX" ?
IIR, wasn't it called Stoufer Concourse LAX or
something a long time ago? The reason I'm asking is that I have a photo of my family enjoying the private jacuzzi on the balcony of our suite. The jacuzzi faced the runway at LAX and a Lufthansa 747 was flying right by us while we soaked in the jacuzzi.
Stouffer was bought by the then Ramada Renaissance chain. AFAIK the LAX hotel was reflagged to Westin before the sale, as Ramada Renaissance built a separate LAX hotel a few blocks away.
Jun 10, 2016, 12:01 am
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Yes, it was a Stouffer Concourse when it opened, I think around 1987 or 1988. I stayed in a jacuzzi suite twice in 1991.
Stouffer was bought by the then Ramada Renaissance chain. AFAIK the LAX hotel was reflagged to Westin before the sale, as Ramada Renaissance built a separate LAX hotel a few blocks away.
Stouffer was bought by the then Ramada Renaissance chain. AFAIK the LAX hotel was reflagged to Westin before the sale, as Ramada Renaissance built a separate LAX hotel a few blocks away.
Jun 10, 2016, 5:36 am
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It's possible.
Remember that the hotel that is now the Concourse was built as a Hyatt (Hyatt House) and was there for a long time until it was reflagged as a Wyndham.
If Hyatt ever did have the hotel with the jacuzzi suites, it must have been for a short time.
Later, Marriott bought the Renaissance group from Ramada.
Remember that the hotel that is now the Concourse was built as a Hyatt (Hyatt House) and was there for a long time until it was reflagged as a Wyndham.
If Hyatt ever did have the hotel with the jacuzzi suites, it must have been for a short time.
Later, Marriott bought the Renaissance group from Ramada.
Jun 10, 2016, 7:18 am
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Yes, it was a Stouffer Concourse when it opened, I think around 1987 or 1988. I stayed in a jacuzzi suite twice in 1991.
Stouffer was bought by the then Ramada Renaissance chain. AFAIK the LAX hotel was reflagged to Westin before the sale, as Ramada Renaissance built a separate LAX hotel a few blocks away.
Stouffer was bought by the then Ramada Renaissance chain. AFAIK the LAX hotel was reflagged to Westin before the sale, as Ramada Renaissance built a separate LAX hotel a few blocks away.
corporate discount with them. IIRC, it was $45 per night, so I always stayed
there when visiting LA. Sometimes they upgrade me to the jacuzzi suites if
I call ahead and let them know the entity's name. (we gave them a LOT of
business around the country)
Did they remove the jacuzzi suites? I couldn't find it on Westin LAX's website.
Hope isn't wasn't because we used soak in the jacuzzi and moon the jumbos jets
as they flew by?
Jun 10, 2016, 9:14 am
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I wonder if they have become disabled because of the copious amounts of water used (i.e., these were filled with fresh water and then heated by the guest, not maintained as jacuzzis.)
Jun 10, 2016, 9:22 am
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I don't recall there being faucets for the guest to add more water... but it was a long
time ago. Did I soak in the previous guest's filth?
(same reason I don't usepublic pools or hot tubs anymore)
Jun 27, 2016, 6:49 am
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Breakfast menu with prices is on the left side of this page - Daily Grill is good, a couple of notches above typical hotel food:
http://www.dailygrill.com/locations/...vd-california/
http://www.dailygrill.com/locations/...vd-california/
Jun 27, 2016, 8:18 am
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Breakfast menu with prices is on the left side of this page - Daily Grill is good, a couple of notches above typical hotel food:
http://www.dailygrill.com/locations/...vd-california/
http://www.dailygrill.com/locations/...vd-california/
Aug 17, 2016, 8:52 pm
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Another Great stay!
Just finished up a 5 day stay at the Westin LAX. Phil and his team have really worked hard to get this place in shape and it shows. All staff that I had contact with was very helpful and friendly.
Items of note:
1. Room was very clean and everything was in working order. Even had a mini fridge to store things that I wanted to keep cold. Love the outside patio to relax and watch goings on at LAX.
2. Parking is usually always quite full; I found that if you use the top floors it’s very easy to find a spot and usually little to no wait for the elevators.
3. Pool and spa are great and very clean. I was surprised at the amount of people using it during a work day.
4. Lounge has a very good morning breakfast, with a very cool waffle maker that is similar to the pancake maker like Alaska uses in the Boardroom’s. Only bottled water and coffee during the other hours its open.
Overall another great stay that will continue me calling the LAX Westin home when I am in the L.A. area.
Items of note:
1. Room was very clean and everything was in working order. Even had a mini fridge to store things that I wanted to keep cold. Love the outside patio to relax and watch goings on at LAX.
2. Parking is usually always quite full; I found that if you use the top floors it’s very easy to find a spot and usually little to no wait for the elevators.
3. Pool and spa are great and very clean. I was surprised at the amount of people using it during a work day.
4. Lounge has a very good morning breakfast, with a very cool waffle maker that is similar to the pancake maker like Alaska uses in the Boardroom’s. Only bottled water and coffee during the other hours its open.
Overall another great stay that will continue me calling the LAX Westin home when I am in the L.A. area.
Aug 30, 2016, 11:47 pm
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i used to stay at the four points all the time when phil was there but haven't been to los angeles in a few years....have booked the westin for a stay starting tomorrow, even thought the rates were better at both the four points & the sheraton....looking forward to seeing what phil has done with this property....
Sep 3, 2016, 10:11 am
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finished a one night stay here yesterday....was upgraded to a spacious corner suite....i liked the happy hour in the lounge....food was good & there was a lot of options for breakfast the following morning....i would definitely stay here again as opposed to the sheraton or four points....