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 In hotel lobby after a
day on Rodeo by SabrinaSummerville
My overall opinion is - it doesn't really work. Our room was nicely and comfortably furnished, but though the bathroom was remodelled in modern style, it was very cramped and lacked expected essentials, like a shaving mirror. The air conditioning was ancient and noisy - it also seemed to work in reverse (i.e. heated the room instead of cooling it) - so we switched it off and opened the windows. The old retainer staff are wonderful and provide the best of service in the hotel - but some of the younger staff are downright rude. I'll be dropping a line to the Hotel about Christian the pool boy, who took an unmerited dislike to Mum and I and never brought our food or drink orders over a three day period.
On the other hand, the concierge was incredible, securing five out of five reservations in signature restaurants. The public areas were wonderful - especially the Lobby Bar where a pianist performed from time to time.
The restaurants are Trader Vics and the Stardust penthouse restaurant - I'll deal with them in my restaurant reviews. I adored the walk through the hotel to Traders - the walls are lined with huge black and white pictures of the golden era movie stars.
One other negative was the total lack of availability of the hotel courtesy car - we asked for it four times and were told on three occasions that it was unavailable. On the fourth, it hadn't appeared after 30 mins. We had reservations at The Ivy and ended up calling a taxi. Not good enough Hilton! My impression was that at night The Hilton are more interested in their arriving party glitterati - there was a reception of some sort every night. At those times they forget their guests.
The concierge is beyond reproach - actually is one of the best I have ever seen.
The pool is wonderful, too - almost olympic size. pity the sun beds are not cleared when guests leave them - it's impossible to figure out which is free and which is not.
It's also one of the best spots for star spotting and lots of stars still stay there.
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 The lobby of the Roosevelt
Hotel by Erin74
The hotel did a renovation several years ago and it's looking better than ever. Some of the rooms are on the small side, but they're all nice. The pool area is in great shape and there is a wonderful restaurant on the ground floor (Cinegrill). The Roosevelt is very convenient for L.A. visitors. It's right across the street from Mann's Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood & Highland complex. The pricing is also very competitive and you'll get a lot for your money here.
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 Lobby floral arrangement at
the Regent. by SabrinaSummerville, 1 more photos
When it finally came to the time that I could visit LA, the Reg Bev Wil was booked out. A taxi driver explained why - Bill Clinton had booked out the entire hotel for a three night stay. Lucky Bill!
It seems to me that most of the other hotels have this on their "to do" list for the tourists, but I wanted one better and booked the Boulevard restaurant there for dinner. I'll be writing a seperate restaurant tip, but for now I will comment on what I saw of the service and public areas.
The hotel is simply stunning. It's a Four Seasons hotel now and this is evident from the moment you walk through those elegant doors into the cool marble lobby. Four Seasons go the extra mile with everything, and one of the things I particularly notice are the flower arrangements, which are always stunning. This hotel is no exception, and I will post a pic here of the beautiful arrangement that graced the lobby table.
The service here was so exceptional, particularly from the Valet, that we will definitely back. For my fairytale experience please read my introductory page. They delighted me. They made me feel like Julia Roberts herself - and as the pretty woman, not the hooker;-) Theme: HotelPrice: US$180 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90212-2491Phone: 310-275-5200Directions: At the junction of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo DriveWebsite: www.fourseasons.com
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In my recent trip to California I stayed at the Marriott Warner Center for 2 nights at the beginning of my trip and 4 nights at the end and I only have good things to stay about it.
The rooms are excellent, very cosy, large, with very confortable beds and pillows ( the new Marriott bed and pillow concept), large windows with a small balcony ,very good views and many good tv channels.
The bathroom is also large and confortable with marble sinks, very good aromateraphy toiletries and a good shower with great pressure.
One of the days I had breakfast at the hotel, a very nice buffet ( not included in the rate), plentiful and with a large selection of eggs, bacon, sausages, waffles, pancakes and juices , coffee, bagels, doughnuts, etc. They also have a Starbucks at the lobby where you can buy coffee, waters and cakes or sandwiches.
The room was always perfectly clean and the staff throughout the hotel were all very friendly and always willing to help, from maids to concierge and front desk staff.
The internet is free of charge in the rooms and at the business center. There are two large shopping centers in front of the hotel with lots of shops and good restaurants, Macy's , Nordstrom and Sears.
The hotel also has an outdoor and indoor swimming pool which I didn't get to use.
I really enjoyed my stay in this hotel and felt like being home. I got an excellent rate of $99 and $129, which I found a bargain, considering the hotel is very nice and very upscale.
I highly recommend this hotel to everyone who travels to Los Angeles .
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 LA hotel by kiwi
I found the staff exceptionally friendly and helpful, and a pleasure to have around. Facilities in the rooms are outstanding, including a microwave, fridge and coffee maker.
This hotel has some real gems. Internet connection in the rooms, for your laptop and with webtv. However there is a room available to guests with a printer, photocopier, pc, internet connection and other office type equipment, so very useful.
Probably the best gem, is the shuttle bus that will take you anywhere within 5 miles of the hotel. Of course that includes the airport, but I used it to go shopping, and he comes to collect you when you are finished. Also Manhattan Beach is within the 5 miles, so you can get down there too. Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterAddress: 2100 E. Mariposa Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245Phone: 1 310 726-0100
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 Pacific Shore Hotel by PetraG
It takes you about 1 hour by car to get to the centre of LA and about 5 min by feet to the centre of Santa Monica.
The rooms are big and friendly with bathroom, TV, coffee-machine and mini-bar.
The view from the higher floors is amazing!
In the backyard there is a nice little pool. Theme: HotelPrice: US$20-40 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Santa MonicaDirections: western LA, highway No.1
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 by vigiTheme: InnPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterAddress: 2101 West Vineyard Ave, OxnardPhone: 805-2782200
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surfcity hostel is located in hermosa beach on a lively square with good nightlife and a real south californian scene during the daytime.
it's run by a french woman and she does a very good job at keeping travellers happy.
i have stayed there several times and have always felt very welcome there.
the place has kitchen, tv room, internet and sea views that keeps budget travellers from around the world happy.
in my opinion it beats the hostels in venice beach big time.
well run hostel in a safe and interesting area. Theme: HostelPrice: US$20-40 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 26 Pier Ave. Hermosa Beach, CA 90254Phone: +1 (310) 798 2323Directions: right by the pier at hermosa beach.Website: www.surfcityhostel.ws
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The Ambrose is a recently opened, independent, boutique style hotel. I doubt you will find a better hotel for your money in Santa Monica - the main reason being it's located a short car drive from the expensive sea-front (but therefore the tramps as well). The distance wasn't a problem for us, and if you don't have a car (or want to pay the $9 in a taxi), then you can always use their London taxi cab that will take you anywhere within Santa Monica... FOR FREE !
Basically ideal for anyone who wants luxury accommodation, but can't afford the likes of Shutters on The Beach or The Casa del Mar.
Beautiful rooms, corridors and an outdoor waterfall / Koi pond all touch on an Asian inspired theme. For once, a hotel whose website pictures actually look like the reality.
Other perks are the underground parking with elevator access, free Starbucks breakfast, decent fitness room (for a hotel), and mega friendly, helpful staff. Rooms are plush with widescreen TV's and CD / DVD systems.
Unfortunately, the few gripes we had about this place mean we'd probably stay somewhere else next time.
No bar - you have to get booze from an over-priced and under stocked mini-bar (or like us from the local supermarket, then put it in the mini-bar)
Can't change travellers cheques - so you have to hunt a bank down that will (one that doesn't charge outrageous commission)
No pool - even though for some reason we both assumed from the old website that it did
Also, book your own taxi through Yellow Cabs ((tel: (310) 456 5303 or (877) 733 3305 or (888) 793 5569) - the firm The Ambrose are in partnership with charge about 50% more for the same journey. Theme: HotelPrice: US$180 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: 1255 20th StreetPhone: 310/315-1555Directions: At 20th & Arizona in Santa Monica, 90404Website: www.theambrosehotel.com
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-sevice is friendly
-nice enough pool
-internet service
-a simple continental breakfast is included
-there is a bar, qutie a nice and big bar at that in the hotel but seperate enough so you will not hear it at night
-rooms are basic but clean
-free shuttle bus to and from the airport
- 5 mins from LAX
- reasonable, room rates around $40
- if u are a backpacker ask the airlines in LAX for hotel discount vouchers
i only actually stayed here once but i lived beside it for a year, i used to use their shuttle bus every day to get me to and from work, the staff are friendly, it is very close to the airport and im my eyes quite a central hotel. It is quite basic but if it is only a bed u are after then its perfect, after all your not in LA to stay indoors. The hotel runs a free shutle bus to venice beach, santa monica daily, venice beach is only around 15 mins away from the hotel while santa monica about 20. On the other side manhattan beach is around 20mins away, this is were there is alot of nightlife, great bars and a relaxing environment.
Just opposite furama is an italian restaurant, kfc for those who want to budget, there is a pizza place 5 mins walk away as well as a couple of bars, a nice park across the way and above all it is very safe and clean Theme: HotelPrice: US$40-80 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 8601 Lincoln Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045Directions: come out of LAX turn right on to ventura blvd, then follow road to the left at the lights, left of in and out burger, on to lincoln blvd, drive straight for 5 mins past parkwest apartments. Furama Hotel is beside Ralphs supermarket of your left hand side
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