MONTAGE BEVERLY HILLS
California
OVERVIEW
The Old-World stateliness of Montage Beverly Hills could feel out of place amidst the glamour of modern-day Hollywood, but don’t be fooled, as behind the ornate stone balconies, chandeliers and column-encased swimming pool straight from a Cleopatra movie, there lies a cutting-edge five-star LA hotel too. There’s so much to love about this luxury Beverly Hills property, beginning with its palatial façade: surrounded as it is by gardens, shrubs and decorative fountains first, before Romanesque stone pillars and balconies beckon you in; the unmistakeable lobby then being a familiar sight for many an A-list celebrity. The regal splendour of Montage Beverly Hills continues throughout the property in terms of interior design, as clear colonial-style Spanish influences meet mosaic tile murals, antique statuettes and heavy mahogany tables, high beamed ceilings and lots of marble, of course.
Spend a little time here however and far from being fully transported into the past, a stay at Montage Beverly Hills brings with it all the trappings of any state-of-the-art, top LA hotel, as you would rightly expect from a property with such standards and reputation. The rooftop swimming pool, for example, is lined with daybeds, private cabanas and lemon trees which all makes for a blissful afternoon under the sun. Then there’s the spa, a two-level delight of 17 treatment rooms, Swiss showers, traditional Hammams, dry redwood saunas, whirlpools and mood showers, a beauty salon, relaxation rooms and a candlelit indoor swimming pool that’s as picture-perfect as it gets. Your dining experience at the Montage Beverly Hills is equal to all of this, whether dining al fresco at The Rooftop Grill or enjoying a private meal at the chef’s table, each of the fine dining restaurant options here are as mouth-watering as the next.
Then, when it comes to – albeit reluctantly – venturing away from the Montage, you’ll be centred in the Golden Triangle on Canon Drive and Wilshire Boulevard, so the highlights of Beverly Hills, West Hollywood and nearby Rodeo Drive, plus a plethora of fantastic restaurants and nightspots are on your doorstep. This, before retiring to guestrooms and suites that leave nothing to chance, all blessed with a brave combination of fine antique-style furnishing and carefully placed mod-cons that really works. A host of extras, separate lounge areas and even a kitchenette are on offer as you move through the luxury categories, though great views, plenty of space and that same iconic Montage Beverly Hills interior design can be found throughout; there are no substandard options here.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 201
Location: Los Angeles, California
Nearest Airport: LAX / Burbank
Board Basis: Room Only
6 Reasons to visit Montage Beverly Hills
- One of the best Beverly Hills locations there is, with easy access to the highlight of West Hollywood
- The spa alone is worth booking a room at Montage Beverly Hills; countless therapies, a stunning indoor pool and plenty more besides
- The Montage is favoured by actors, musicians, sports stars and even royalty, so you can enjoy a bit of celeb-spotting while here, if nothing else
- Service levels are second to none, from the moment you arrive. No matter whether in the restaurant, spa, by the pool or in the gym – the team and concierge are always there to help
- Although surrounded by some fantastic restaurants and bars, dining at the Montage Beverly Hills is as good as any of them
- Few things can beat an afternoon lounging around your private poolside cabana here, with nothing but the occasional cocktail and nearby lemon tree for company
A special mention must go to that spa, it truly is one of the best wellness centres in LA, and the wider hotel offers everything from a cutting-edge gym to yoga, meditation classes, tailored juicing and more.
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Where to stay
The 201 guestrooms at Montage Beverly Hills, which includes 55 spacious suites, are each the elegant, stately abode that you would both hope for and expect from such a prestigious property. No matter which you choose, the interior design throughout is a consistently sophisticated affair of mahogany headboards and furniture, beautifully embroidered thick cream drapes, luxe bathrooms adorned with marble tops and mosaic tiled walls, a separate bath tub and walk-in rain shower too. Most room and suite categories then offer the choice of a furnished terrace, or not, while larger options then include extras such as a lounge area with sofas and a fireplace, some with a fully-equipped kitchenette, dining room and even a mini grand piano, just for good measure. All, however, boast an appropriately long list of mod-cons, king-size or two queen beds, designer toiletries, smart-room controls and a range of views over the surrounding hotel grounds or out towards the Hollywood Hills.
A special mention must go to that spa, it truly is one of the best wellness centres in LA, and the wider hotel offers everything from a cutting-edge gym to yoga, meditation classes, tailored juicing and more.
What to do
Onsite you have two swimming pools, one outdoor with a surrounding sun patio and Grill restaurant, the other being inside, tucked away as part of the spa. You can arrange all sorts of kids’ activities, private shopping trips and restaurant reservations from here too, though given its location, there are almost endless sites, highlights and tours to enjoy while staying at the Montage. These include the California Science Centre which children will love, Rodeo Drive, Legoland, Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland, the Hollywood Walk of Fame plus the beaches of Malibu, Santa Monica and Manhattan Beach all being within easy reach.
A special mention must go to that spa, it truly is one of the best wellness centres in LA, and the wider hotel offers everything from a cutting-edge gym to yoga, meditation classes, tailored juicing and more.
What and Where to Eat
Though the Montage Beverly Hills is lucky enough to enjoy a host of fantastic restaurants as nearby neighbours, their own fine dining options and onsite eateries more than hold their own, with a taste, menu and ambience to suit just about every mood from breakfast through to that final cocktail of the evening, and everything in between.
A special mention must go to that spa, it truly is one of the best wellness centres in LA, and the wider hotel offers everything from a cutting-edge gym to yoga, meditation classes, tailored juicing and more.
When to travel
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
20 | 7.3 | 78.74 |
Feb |
9.4 | 7.9 | 78.74 |
Mar |
21.1 | 8.6 | 66.04 |
Apr |
22.2 | 10.1 | 27.94 |
May |
23.9 | 8.9 | 5.08 |
Jun |
25.6 | 9.2 | 0 |
Jul |
28.3 | 11.7 | 0 |
Aug |
29.4 | 11.3 | 5.08 |
Sep |
28.3 | 9.3 | 10.16 |
Oct |
25.6 | 8.2 | 10.16 |
Nov |
21.1 | 7.2 | 50.8 |
Dec |
8.3 | 7.1 | 53.34 |