The Beverly Hilton

If you're a fan of awards shows, you'll probably recognize this hotel as the annual home of the star-studded Golden Globe Awards. In the heart of Beverly Hills, this boxlike eight-story hotel has been attracting city business travelers, movie stars, U.S. presidents, royalty, and tourists alike since 1955. It was previously owned by Merv Griffin, who didn't put much into renovations (and it showed), but now the Beverly Hills-based Hilton Corporation has upgraded the entire interior of the hotel as part of an $80-million renovation. All guest rooms have been completely redesigned with a contemporary casual feel and loads of luxury amenities, like 42-inch plasma TVs, Bose Wave Radios, and even 13-inch flatscreen TVs in the bathroom. Many have balconies that offer views of Century City, Beverly Hills, and the Hollywood Hills. During the summer, the ground-level poolside cabana rooms are a good choice -- the alluring pool area alone is worth staying here -- thanks to sliding doors that open directly onto the sun deck. On the pool level, it's hard to beat the nostalgia of a pupu platter and Scorpion Bowl at the tiki-fied Trader Vic's Lounge, and the retro-chic Circa 55 restaurant is a visual stunner. Other new additions include a huge state-of-the-art fitness room, and the serene Aqua Star Spa offering treatments for both men and women.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; 3 lounges; concierge; well-equipped exercise room; large heated outdoor pool; room service; full-service spa; Wi-Fi (free, in lobby)

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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