California, here we come! After two years of the pandemic, wanderlust for the USA is stronger than ever - and no place is better suited for escaping reality than Los Angeles. In the Californian heat, you can forget your worries and devote yourself to the sunny side of life. Nowhere else are you as in the middle of the action as in Lala Land, and hardly any other city has its finger on the pulse like this. If you stay in the best hotels in L.A., you will regularly see famous celebrities at lunch or at important meetings and will certainly have a lot to report back home. Whether you prefer to chill out on the beach or get a taste of Old Hollywood, there's something for everyone at the city's best properties.

The Beverly Hills Hotel

The classic among the best hotels in L.A. and one of the most famous hotels in the world. For 110 years, Hollywood's biggest movie stars have been coming and going in the iconic house with its pink and green façade. The Mediterranean Revival style hotel has 210 rooms and suites and 23 legendary bungalows.

The iconic pink and green facade with the equally legendary lettering. © Shutterstock

Tucked behind 80-year-old palm and banana trees, the Beverly Hills Hotel is the epitome of classic Hollywood chic and still exudes the elegance of a bygone era.

The famous red carpet entrance (top) and charming lobby (bottom) of the Beverly Hills Hotel. © Wikimedia Commons & Flickr

Shutters on the Beach

Beach bums will feel right at home here: This Santa Monica beachfront resort in luxurious cottage style, with white shutters and sun-soaked terraces, is a beach lover's dream. The cozy rooms are the perfect getaway after a long day at the Santa Monica Pier, and the inviting lobby with terrace offers the chance to socialize and make new friends.

Luxury the cozy way. © Shutters on the Beach/ETC Hotels

Whether an elegant dinner or a casual snack, the light-filled 1 Pico and Coast restaurants offer excellent cuisine and breathtaking ocean views.

Highest feel-good factor: The cozy rooms exude the character of a noble vacation home on Cape Cod. © Shutters on the Beach/ETC Hotels

The Hollywood Roosevelt

Since 1927, this hotel has been the showplace for wild parties and moments that have made history. Right on the Walk of Fame, in the heart of Hollywood, the Roosevelt offers the most stylish and exclusive experience in town. Relax by the 60's style Tropicana Pool after a long night out and have delicious comfort food brought to you while keeping an eye out for familiar faces.

The historic facade of the famous hotel on the Walk of Fame. You can't get more Hollywood than this. © Shutterstock

You can stay in the Tower, the main house, or in one of the cabanas, which include the Marilyn Monroe Suite among their storied rooms. Unlike the pastel Beverly Hills Hotel, the Roosevelt's design is effortlessly cool and understated.

A piece of the Golden Era: The historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel has maintained high standards to this day. © Shutterstock

7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States
Tel.: + 1 323 856 1970
Web: thehollywoodroosevelt.com
Price: from $599,- per night
Ideal for: Party tigers and those looking for a classic hotel.

Beverly Wilshire

At the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, the world-famous shopping street, is this fabulous hotel that has set the standard for L.A.'s finest hotels since 1928. The building, which resembles a palace, is one of the most popular addresses for the crème de la crème of the entertainment industry and was, among other things, the setting for the 90s romantic comedy Pretty Woman with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.

A sight fit for a movie, in the truest sense of the word: The Beverly Wilshire Hotel has been used as the setting for Pretty Woman in the history of film. © Four Seasons

Famous guests at the Beverly Wilshire include Bette Midler, Elton John, the Dalai Lahma and Barack Obama. Anyone who stays here and doesn't stop for an extensive shopping spree on Rode Drive is making a big mistake. Big. Very big.

One of the best hotels in L.A. worthy of a king ... or a president. © Four Seasons

9500 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, United States
Tel.: +1 310-275-5200
Web: fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire
Price: from $910,- per night
Ideal for: Fashionistas and luxury lovers

Casa del Mar

Next to Shutters on the Beach, Casa del Mar is another top Santa Monica property. Instead of an American beach house, the style here is a Mediterranean villa with exotic influences. With the lively Santa Monica Pier in the background, you'll enjoy beach life - and fantastic seafood - to the fullest here.

A house - or rather a villa - by the sea: the Casa del Mar Hotel delights with its exotic design and opulent rooms. © Casa del Mar/ETC Hotels

Whether it's a meeting, a party or a wedding, the hotel's event spaces are suitable for events of all kinds. The view of the majestic Pacific Ocean makes any event miles better. The hotel's friendly staff is also happy to recommend activities to get the most out of Santa Monica. It was really worth the long wait.

A paradise hotel on the Pacific: it's hard to believe this dreamy abode is located in one of the most vibrant cities in the United States. © Casa del Mar/ETC Hotels

1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States
Tel.: +1 310-581-5533
Web: hotelcasadelmar.com
Price: from $675,- per night
Ideal for: Romantics and honeymooners

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