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After a quick and efficient check-in, we were guided to our suite.
A fountain in a courtyard at Hotel Bel Air.Credit:Courtesy of Dorchester Collection
(It didnt while we were there.)
Perhaps Elizabeth Taylor or Marilyn Monroe.
Indeed, our spacious, secluded suite would be suitable for celebrities or even royalty.
Signature pink exterior of Hotel Bel Air in Los Angeles.Courtesy of Dorchester Collection
Princess Diana is said to have stayed at the hotel during her visits to Los Angeles.
King Charles reportedly commented on his excellent nights sleep in the Presidential Suite when he visited in the 1970s.
Vintage photographs line the walkways, including one of the wedding of Ronald Reagans daughter, Patti Davis.
Texas hotel entrepreneur Joseph Drown purchased the property in 1946 with plans to create an elegant hideaway.
Nearly eight decades and several renovations later, the original ambiance remains.
Modern conveniences and updated furnishings retain the hotels classic residential style, seamlessly combining opulence with understated luxury.
Our stay went quickly, and we loved every minute.
We spent our final morning in the courtyard with coffee and croissants from The Patisserie.
Oh, yes, we also took his advice and ordered three desserts at The Restaurant.
Here are more details and my review of the Hotel Bel-Air.
The rooms range from around 450 square feet to more than 2,200 square feet in the Presidential Suite.
Located among meticulously landscaped paths, most rooms open onto garden views.
Service is impeccable and attentive, and the staff clearly takes pride in their guests enjoyment.
Desserts, as tasty as they are beautiful, come from The Patisserie.
Guests can start their mornings enjoying their selections in an outdoor courtyard or The Living Rooms homey atmosphere.
The indoor outdoor restaurant at Hotel Bel Air.Courtesy of Dorchester Collection
Its also tempting to take home a few treats for later, as we did.
The strawberry-yuzu jam is delicious, and the sourdough loaves are superb.
Restorative treatments, massage, aromatherapy experiences, facials, and body rituals are offered.
The Hotel Bel Air living room common area.Courtesy of Dorchester Collection
Facial enhancements and therapies include Valmonts cellular collagen masks as well as hydrating hand and foot treatments.
Theres a hair salon and nail care suite.
Others explore the hotel’s extensive art collection of photographs, sculptures, and paintings.
The hotels concierge can arrange tickets to events, transportation, and special services for guests.
Pet care and babysitting are also available.
The oval pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, is perfect for swimming or relaxing.
Guests may order snacks or meals from The Restaurant to enjoy at the pool.
Family-friendly Offerings
Young guests enjoy the pool, especially the swan floats.
During holidays, decorations and special dinners are memorable family experiences.
Accessibility and Sustainability
The hotel offers fully ADA-compliant features, facilities, and services.
Wheelchairs and crutches are available upon request, as are anti-allergy pillows and bedding.
All public areas are wheelchair-accessible and feature wide corridors and ramps.
Elevators are located near accessible rooms.
Public areas also offer accessible bathrooms and parking spaces.
A recirculation and filtration system was added to Swan Lake, saving over 250,000 gallons of water a month.
Gardens use a gray-water system that recycles water from the new villas.
Mature oak trees were replanted, and others were added to preserve the native Stone Canyon species.
The UCLA campus is nearby, offering athletic events, concerts, museums, and lectures.
When booking through AmexTravel, members get 5x Membership Rewards points on prepaid hotel bookings.
They can use the points for all or part of a prepaid stay.
Seasonal or special rate packages may be available.
Check the hotels website when booking.
