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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central bar area, and seating arrangements.
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of a residential area with hills and buildings.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and dumbbells.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a magazine.

1. The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills
West Hollywood
United States
Anna
CA $496
CA $654 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills
A terrace with a fire feature, seating, and a marina view.
A modern lounge with a central seating area featuring yellow chairs and a sofa, a chandelier, and wall-mounted decorative elements.
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative shelves.

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
Marina del Rey
United States
joshua
CA $545
CA $697 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
A rooftop bar with wooden furniture, hanging pendant lights, and a view of a city skyline.
A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, seating, and large windows offering city views.
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wooden beams, and hanging wicker lamps.
A spacious lounge area with a large window, a sofa set, and a fireplace.

3. Conrad Los Angeles

Conrad Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles
United States
Eric
CA $544
CA $694 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Conrad Los Angeles
A balcony with a table and two chairs, offering a city view.
A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large hanging light fixture, and a view into the adjacent bar area.

4. Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Pico - Robertson
United States
Sarah
CA $478
CA $612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ladder leaning against the wall.
A spacious, modern restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and a bar area.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and potted plants.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, modern seating areas, and a central column.

5. 1 Hotel West Hollywood

1 Hotel West Hollywood
West Hollywood
United States
Maria
CA $611
CA $801 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
1 Hotel West Hollywood
A sunlit indoor space with a pool, lounge chairs, a sofa, and various potted plants.
A woman in a white dress standing at a wooden counter with jars of spices. There are two chairs in front of the counter and a window with a geometric pattern.
An aerial view of a courtyard with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and potted plants.
A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and large potted plants.

6. Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Santa Monica
United States
Elizabeth
CA $679
CA $882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with wicker chairs, hanging plants, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with wicker chairs and tables, hanging plants, and a tiled floor.

7. Fairmont Miramar Hotel

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Wilshire Montana
United States
Ziwen
CA $501
CA $672 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Fairmont Miramar Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a large building in the background, and potted plants.
A living room with a grand piano, a sofa, a coffee table with books and a vase of flowers, and a television.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a vanity with a sink, and a chair.
An outdoor patio with striped blue and white sofas, wooden tables, and umbrellas.

8. L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills
United States
Sana
CA $807
CA $987 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
An outdoor dining area with a view of the sea, a table set with food and wine, and a cozy seating arrangement.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a coastline.
A resort with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

9. Terranea Resort

Terranea Resort
Rancho Palos Verdes
United States
Morgan
CA $453
CA $606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Terranea Resort
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a central fountain, and lush greenery.
A spacious lobby with a central island, seating areas, and a modern staircase.
A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden partitions, and a patterned floor.

10. Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Century City
United Kingdom
Athena
CA $654
CA $835 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and string lights.
The exterior of the SLS Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent logo, a spacious entrance with a red carpet, and a well-maintained garden area.
A spacious hotel dining area with long tables, modern chandeliers, and a mix of seating arrangements.
A hotel lobby with a red carpet leading to a reception area, large potted plants, and a staircase.

11. SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills

SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
Beverly Grove
United States
Morad
CA $473
CA $608 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
A resort pool area with lounge chairs and a modern building in the background.
A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue water, and a sandy shore.
Front of property - evening/night
A spacious living room with a modern chandelier, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a dark wood-paneled wall.

12. Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Westlake Village

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Westlake Village
Thousand Oaks
Canada
Michael
CA $676
CA $745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Westlake Village
A poolside table with two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.
A luxurious living room with a grand piano, a cozy sofa, and a fireplace.
A grand chandelier with multiple tiers of lights, arched doorways, and a reflective ceiling.
A waiter serving a variety of cheeses and pastries on a glass display case.

13. The Beverly Hills Hotel

The Beverly Hills Hotel
Beverly Crest
Germany
Gönül
CA $1,449
CA $1,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Beverly Hills Hotel
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, string lights, and greenery.
A hotel entrance with a white pergola, a tree, and hanging lanterns.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the beach, and a calm sea in the background.
A spacious living room with a view of the beach, featuring a round wooden table, two sofas, and a cabinet with glass doors.

14. Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach
Downtown Santa Monica
United States
Darla
CA $856
CA $1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Shutters on the Beach
A sign with the word "CUT" and the text "by Wolfgang Puck" against a backdrop of a green leafy wall.
A historic hotel with multiple stories, prominent architectural details, and a well-lit facade.
A grand entrance with a chandelier, a man holding a set of keys, and a woman in a blue dress standing at the door.
A grand lobby with a large chandelier, a central floral arrangement, and a marble floor.

15. Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel

Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel
South of Wilshire
United States
Melanie
CA $1,123
CA $1,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel
A large, multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious living area with a large window, a potted plant, and a coffee table with books.
Room
A building with arched windows and a tree in the foreground.

16. The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne

The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne
Golden Triangle
United States
Shelagh
CA $1,324
CA $1,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Maybourne
A fountain with a tiered design, surrounded by a circular garden with various plants and flowers.
A luxurious lobby with a central reception desk, elegant chandeliers, and symmetrical decor.
A modern outdoor lounge area with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.
A modern hotel entrance with a circular water feature and a large illuminated facade.

17. Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
South of Wilshire
United States
Chad
CA $1,421
CA $1,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
A modern outdoor seating area with white sofas and a wooden coffee table, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a sunset.
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a cityscape view at night.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a bar with a variety of bottles, and a large window with green curtains.

18. The West Hollywood EDITION

The West Hollywood EDITION
West Hollywood
United States
Emely
CA $882
CA $1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
The West Hollywood EDITION
A modern hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a sign reading "Oceana," and a staircase with candles.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large fireplace, and a view of the outdoor area through large windows.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa set, and a view of the ocean.
The entrance of the Oceana hotel with a reception desk, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large glass door.

19. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Wilshire Montana
United States
catharine
CA $1,012
CA $1,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts
An outdoor dining area with round tables and green cushioned seating, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.
A modern living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier. There are framed pictures on the wall and a large potted plant on the right.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a bar.

20. Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Beverly Grove
United States
martha
CA $1,019
CA $1,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
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