It is important to note that the word “you” means “you”. hotel scene In greater Los Angeles, the variety of properties reflects that of the city. Travelers can choose from many different types of accommodations, ranging from iconic spots in Hollywood to low-key coastal locations that are a million miles away from Hollywood. That doesn’t mean choosing a hotel in America’s second largest city is an easy task—with so many options here, readers are spoiled for choice.
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How voting works
Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe—to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. The 2025 survey was completed by nearly 180,000 T+L subscribers. More than 657,000 votes have been cast in total across 8,700 properties.).
The criteria used to rate hotels included: their location, amenities and rating.
- Rooms/facilities
- Location
- Service
- Food
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Respondents could rate each characteristic as excellent, above the average, average or below average. These scores are the average of all responses.
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What Readers Really Loved
Readers praised classic hotels in Los Angeles that have kept their standards high for decades. A good example is the Beverly Wilshire (No. It was the location for films like “Pretty Woman” and “Clueless”, which were filmed in 1928. A local says that “this is the hotel I always recommend to my family, and it never disappoints.” The “best concierge” is what one reader said.
The Fairmont Century Plaza, ranked No. In 2021, the Fairmont Century Plaza (No. The sleek addition designed by Kelly Wearstler to the beach town also serves as a local hangout. Nearby, Hotel Casa del Mar (No. Hotel Casa del mar (No. edge of the Pacific Ocean. One reader wrote: “I will choose this spot for a staycation in Los Angeles. The restaurant and views from the Santa Monica Pier are amazing. Hotel Casa Del Mar feels so quintessentially ‘L.A.’ While also providing a private corner to enjoy the finer aspects of life.”
The Winner
L’Ermitage Beverly Hills
L’Ermitage Beverly Hills
L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, described by one reader as a “hidden jewel in Los Angeles”, was not on the list of hotels last year but has made a comeback this year. A reader said that it was “the best place to stay in the neighborhood” because it is tucked into a residential street, in one of L.A.’s most desired neighborhoods. The staff at the hotel are friendly and treat you as if you were a princess. The rooftop offers the most breathtaking views. The “perfect” location of Beverly Hills was described as “you can walk from Rodeo Drive to the center, but are not surrounded with the crowds.”
T+L Reader
L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, a hidden jewel in Los Angeles.
— T+L Reader
The Complete List
1. L’Ermitage Beverly Hills
Reader Score : 96.95
2. Pendry West Hollywood
Score for Reader: 96.80
3. Hotel Casa del Mar: Santa Monica
Reader Score: 93.18
4. Hotel Bel-Air: Los Angeles
Reader Score: 93.11
5. Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Reader Score: 90.00
6. The Beverly Hills Hotel
Reader Score: 92.5
7. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Reader Score 92.00
8. Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel: Los Angeles
Reader Score: 90.86
9. Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Reader Score 90.37
10. Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Reader Score 90.12
11. Chateau Marmont: Los Angeles
Reader Score : 90.00
12. Conrad Los Angeles: Los Angeles
Reader Score: 89.64
13. Fairmont Century Plaza: Los Angeles
Reader Score: 88.57%
14. Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
Reader Score: 87.41
15. 1 Hotel West Hollywood
Reader Score: 86.36%
