Hotel Palomar Los Angeles

Description:

• If you're looking for the kind of hotel experience that enhances your Hollywood vacation by treating you like a VIP, the new Hotel Palomar is for you. The 19-story property oozes with elements of opulence and exoticism, from the grand rouge marble fireplace in the shimmering lobby to velvet shams and faux snakeskin chests in each guest room. Other high-end perks include L'Occitane bath products, 42-inch LCD flatscreen TVs, plush terry bathrobes, lighted makeup and full-length mirrors, and Fuji spa tubs in the suites. Sure, it's all a bit over-the-top, but it is fun, and that's what we want on our vacation, eh? So go ahead and book the hotel's personal trainer. Or watch 24-hour in-room yoga and Pilates on the LCD flatscreen TV. Or have James drive you to Spago in the hotel's Lexus Hybrid town car. It's your turn to play diva, though I doubt Mariah is sorting her trash at the in-room recycling bins.

• © Frommer's 2013

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010