Peninsula Beverly Hills

The Peninsula is one of L.A.'s three finest hotels (a group that includes the Beverly Hills Hotel, above, and the Hotel Bel-Air). This stellar brand -- like its sister Peninsula properties in exotic locales like Hong Kong, Beijing, and Bangkok -- has risen above the rest by making ultraservice its hallmark. Set at Beverly Hills's main crossroads, this gardenlike oasis is impeccable in every respect (although laid-back types will surely consider it too formal). Special features in the large, lavish, European-style guest rooms include controls for everything -- lighting, climate, room service (do not disturb sign, of course) -- as well as the luxurious Frette-made bed, an extra-large work desk, and round-the-clock personal valets. The 16 private villa suites, ensconced within lush gardens, have gas fireplaces, kitchens, and individual security systems. Sure, rooms are ultraexpensive, but a unique 24-hour check-in/checkout policy -- which allows you to keep your room for a full 24 hours, no matter what time you check in -- means you get your money's worth. All guests are entitled access to the courtesy Town Car or Rolls-Royce Phantom, within a 3-mile radius. Belvedere is one of L.A.'s premier hotel dining room; breakfast is a tradition among CAA agents and their thespian clients (insiders order the nowhere-on-the-menu banana-stuffed brioche French toast), and Sunday brunch is delicious. The mahogany-paneled bar is also popular among the power suits, while the English Garden-style Living Room pours L.A.'s best high tea. The Peninsula Spa is worthy of a visit, even if you don't stay at the hotel.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; concierge; state-of-the-art fitness center; Jacuzzi; rooftop heated lap pool; room service; full-service spa

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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