Peninsula Beverly Hills | T+L 500 2008 | Travel + Leisure

Peninsula Beverly Hills

No. 1 in the Los Angeles Area

Urbane hotel in the style of an 18th-century French country estate, 5 blocks from Rodeo Drive.

Score 89.99
Stats 194 rooms; 16 villas; 2 restaurants; 1 bar.
Competitive Edge High-tech glamour (electronic bedside panels summon valets) meets tranquil luxury (gorgeous gardens; serene spa).
Rooms to Book Those in the rear, overlooking the gardens.
Don't Miss A Shiffa Precious Gem massage at the newly renovated spa.
Cost Doubles from $495.
Contact 9882 South Santa Monica Boulevard
800/462-7899 or 310/551-2888

www.peninsula.com

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—Stephen Drucker
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—Loraine Alterman Boyle
“Access Hollywood” in Travel + Leisure, Feb 2004