There's no shortage luxurious hangouts in the City of Angels. From urban chic to relaxed elegance on the beach, L.A. has it all. These are the places to be in Los Angeles.
In addition to absolute classics like the Beverly Hills Hotel and the Hollywood Roosevelt, L.A. also offers a number of new properties that delight with great design in prime locations.
This boutique hotel in West Hollywood captures L.A.'s distinctive aesthetic with its colorful design. The rooms are comfortable and offer great views of the city skyline. The stylish rooftop restaurant serves excellent sushi, healthy raw food, and hearty other dishes. At the spa, you'll be pampered with the latest innovations in skincare.
Pendry West Hollywood
8430 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States
Web: pendry.com
Tel.: +1 310-928-9000
Price: doubles from approx. €380
This Santa Monica beachfront resort shines in luxurious cottage style. The white shutters and sun-soaked terraces are every beach lover's dream, and the cozy rooms serve as the perfect retreat after a long day at the Santa Monica Pier. You can make new friends in the inviting lobby with a chic terrace.
Shutters on the Beach
1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States
Web: shuttersonthebeach.com
Tel.: +1 310-458-0030
Price: DZ ab ca. € 800,– pro Nacht
This modern hotel is just a few steps away from the lively intersection of Melrose Avenue and Santa Monica Boulevard. The 105 luxuriously furnished rooms and suites are the perfect hideaway for design lovers exploring L.A.
La Peer Hotel
627 N La Peer Dr
Web: lapeerhotel.com
Tel.: +1 213-296-3038
Price: DZ ab ca. € 540,– pro Nacht
On the culinary side, L.A. is on the intersection of excellent seafood, fantastic Mexican fare and fabulous haute cuisine. If you're staying in the city so many celebrities call home, you should dine like them, too.
For over 100 years, this legendary Hollywood restaurant has been one of the best in town. In an elegant setting, classic cuisine is on the menu here – from Italian favorites to steak and lobster, you're sure to have a memorable night out.
Musso and Frank
6667 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, United States
Tel.: +1 323-467-7788
Web: mussoandfrank.com
L.A. Insider Lauren Garroni recommends the stylish locale for modern fine dining on Melrose Avenue. Chef Michael Cimarusti serves the best seafood in town and values utmost quality.
Providence
5955 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, United States
Tel.: +1 323-460-4170
Web: providencela.com
Unsurprisingly, L.A. is a mecca for passionate shoppers. From the luxe boutiques on Rodeo Drive to artistic concept stores on Melrose Avenue, your credit card will certainly be ablaze.
Dries Van Noten's "Soie Malaquais" smells of warm chestnut, fresh bergamot and lovely rose. The Belgian designer's largest store ever opened in Los Angeles in 2020; the space is also used as an event location and artist's studio.
Web: driesvannoten.com
Price: € 240,-
Sophie Buhai is the talk of the town with her versatile accessories. Her jewelry is inspired by natural textures and shapes – like these stunning onyx hoop earrings.
Web: sophiebuhai.com
Price: ab ca. € 500,–
The store specifically for candles is an absolute favorite of L.A. Insider Chelsea Fairless. The candles by Los Angeles-based label Boy Smells are hand-made and are absolute standouts for lovers of heavy, memorable scents.
Web: candledelirium.com
Price: ab € 48,–
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