Roosevelt Hotel, Hollywood

Frommer's Review

This 12-story Hollywood landmark is located on an unabashedly touristy but no longer seedy section of Hollywood Boulevard -- across from Grauman's Chinese Theatre and along the Walk of Fame. Host to the first Academy Awards in 1929 -- not to mention a few famous-name ghosts -- this national landmark is Hollywood's only historic hotel still in operation today. It celebrated its 75th anniversary with a $15-million renovation that has harmoniously melded the Roosevelt's historical highlights with modern hotel luxuries. Much of the 1927 Spanish-influenced sunken lobby remains the same -- the handcrafted columns and dramatic arches are magnificent -- but the guest rooms have been completely -- and tastefully -- renovated with colorful extra-large bathrooms, dark-wood platform beds with luxurious Frette linens, and all the latest high-tech accessories. Rooms on the upper floors have unbeatable skyline views, while cabana rooms have a balcony or patio overlooking the Olympic-size pool, whose mural was originally painted by David Hockney. The Roosevelt has once again become the playground for young, hot Hollywood, with antics from the poolside Tropicana bar and exclusive Teddy's lounge getting as much press as a high-profile celebrity divorce. The hotel's main restaurant is an über-hip steakhouse called Dakota, and there's also a popular late-night burger bar called 25 Degrees. Tip: Request the Steven Spielberg Room on the ninth floor -- the view of Hollywood Boulevard is fantastic.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; 3 bars; outdoor pool and Jacuzzi; spa and fitness center; concierge; activities desk; 24-hr. room service; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning; executive-level rooms

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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