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Casa del Mar
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The sister hotel to Shutters on the Beach offers an opulent, more sophisticated alternative on Santa Monica's beach.
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Chateau Marmont
The Loire-style Chateau is essential Los Angeles, with sixty-three rooms, including four bungalows that seem to have been furnished courtesy of the Rose Bowl Flea Market.
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Downtown L.A. Proper
The latest gem to join the stylish Proper Hospitality portfolio (which also hosts locations in Santa Monica, Austin and San Francisco), the Downtown L.A. Proper opened in October 2021 in a 1920s California Renaissance Revival landmark building reimagined by AD100...
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Fairmont Miramar
PlusWhile Shutters on the Beach is Indagare's favorite hotel in Santa Monica, this is a lovely and less expensive option that also celebrates Southern California beach living.
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Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire
PlusAt the top of Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Wilshire (known by many as the Pretty Woman hotel) has great service and a fantastic spa, but interiors and amenities can feel dated.
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Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
PlusThough its name is confusing, this 16-floor, 285-room establishment is within two miles of the Beverly Hills shopping district and is even closer to West Hollywood’s trendier stores.
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Hotel Bel-Air
PlusPicksTucked into 12 acres of gorgeous gardens, this storied property is a refined escape with contemporary interiors.
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Malibu Beach Inn
PlusDavid Geffen's recently refreshed Malibu property is all about the privilege of staying right on Carbon Beach.
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Maybourne Beverly Hills
PlusThe first international property in the Maybourne Collection, the Maybourne Beverly Hills (previously the Montage), was acquired in May 2020 and now finds itself in good company among its three London sister stalwarts: Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley. Re-opened...
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Mr. C Beverly Hills
PlusClassic Italian glamour meets California beach-chic at this hip 138-room property steps from Rodeo Drive.
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Nobu Ryokan
PicksThe oceanfront Nobu Ryokan elevates the traditional Japanese ryokan experience with 16 exquisite rooms and suites, Nobu in-room dining and beach access.
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Pendry West Hollywood
Located in the heart of the iconic Sunset Strip, this ultra-chic West Hollywood property reimagines Old Hollywood for the millennial traveler, and that feels like a creative playground for locals and out-of-towners alike.
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Ranch at Live Oak 4.0
An abbreviated version of the much-lauded Ranch at Live Oak Malibu, the 4.0 Ranch program is based out of Four Seasons Westlake, attached to the California Health and Longevity Institute.
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Shutters on the Beach
PlusPicksLocated beachfront, Shutters on the Beach draws both Santa Monica locals as well as travelers from around the globe who desire a comfortable yet sophisticated setting.
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Sunset Tower Hotel
PlusA true oasis in the middle of Los Angeles, the Sunset Tower epitomizes hip Hollywood but also offers a refined old world charm more recognizable in New York hotels.
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The Beverly Hills Hotel
PlusPicksIndagare IndexAt a Glance If there’s such a thing as a legacy property, The Beverly Hills Hotel fits the category to a T. For over a century, this legendary “Pink Palace,” its bungalows, Polo Lounge and restaurant have been hot spots...
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The Peninsula Beverly Hills
PlusPicksIndagare IndexA favorite with Indagare members, this property sits at the top of the list of L.A.’s best hotels, thanks to a prime location, high-touch service, a lively scene, and a 60-foot rooftop pool with cabanas and panoramic views. The 195...
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The Ranch Malibu
A butt-kicking spa as tough as the Ashram, the Ranch Malibu also features beautiful rooms of your own and gourmet vegan food.
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Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
PlusPicksLocated in the heart of Beverly Hills, the grand Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills pays homage to old Hollywood and offers top amenities like two Jean-Georges restaurants and a rooftop pool.