I haven't stayed here for several years as my recent meetings in LA tended to make Santa Monica more convenient but it was good to be reacquainted with an old favorite after a long time. Everything was much the same except the restaurant's been moved into part of the bar.Breakfast in the courtyard outside remained the same, though and the... More

This 5 star hotel has 1 problem only... They can't get more stars. This is the second year I host a large group there and it once again surpassed all expectations. It truly feels like home when you are there. Everyone knows your name and will go out of their way to make sure you are happy and comfortable. I... More

We stayed for 5 nights in June 2013, my wife and two young daughters (5 and 7). The hotel is located close (half a mile) to the civic centre and main triangle of Beverly Hills that has shops, restaurants, cafes. One tiny downside is the traffic on the road out front - it's going until the early hours but is... More

We came here for an in-town getaway. With three kids under 4 years old we mostly needed to sleep. Our kids joined us for a few hours each day to enjoy the pool, and all of us had an amazing time. Everything was very luxurious, but the staff were completely down to earth and very warm. It was a bit... More

I travelled to LA for a charity event at the Beverly Wilshire and chose not to stay there again as I enjoy trying out new properties. I was NOT disappointed. The service was impeccable, the room was HUGE (we stayed in a suite with 2 full bathrooms a bedroom and a separate living area...looks like it used to be 2... More

My girlfriend and I stayed at L'Ermitage over the weekend to meet some relatives and friends. This hotel was very peaceful and relaxing not as crowded and busy as other hotels in the area. Manny and Gus at the front door greeted us when we arrived and they were both very nice and polite. Rose at the front desk escorted... More

There are so many good things to say about L'Ermitage The location was perfect for me. It was a ten minute walk to Rodeo drive, away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to walk. The hotel generally has this really relaxed vibe and it's perfect if you value your privacy. The reception staff were fantastic. I was asked... More

From the start to the finish, the staff tended to the most minutiae of details regarding our stay. For example I requested toothpaste and they brought a bag of basic toiletries. Their car service is exceptional with a very knowledgeable chauffeur. The only issue, if at all, was I did not see a copy of my requested New York Times... More

Don't stay at Shutters in Santa Monica ($800/night for a small room with a skiff of ocean visible beyond the parking lot your room overlooks). Avoid The Four Seasons (nice, but $600-plus/night). Instead, check out the luxurious L'Ermitage, where you can enjoy a huge room with a large, sumptuous bath and dressing area for $400ish/night. The hotel staff is amazing,... More