The Beverly Hilton

Location. Nestled on nine landscaped acres on the premier corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard, The Beverly Hilton has been the reigning royalty in Beverly Hills, Cali., since it opened in 1955. This Beverly Hills landmark hotel underwent an $80 million renovation in 2005. The famed boutiques of Rodeo Drive are four blocks from the hotel and the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Grauman's Chinese Theater are located five miles away.
Hotel Features. Dining options at The Beverly Hilton include Trader Vic's, the tropics-inspired restaurant, renowned for its potent, fruity cocktails, Polynesian menu and hula dancers. Circa55 offers an American menu with a sprinkle of California flair and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a poolside bar and live entertainment on weekend evenings. For additional dining options, the hotel offers a complimentary car service to restaurants located within three miles. The business-friendly Beverly Hilton features 60,000 square feet of elegant function space that includes indoor and open air facilities and the International Ballroom, which has been host to the annual Golden Globe Awards ceremony.

The Beverly Hilton boasts a large outdoor lap pool, which was christened "The Aqua Star" by swimming legend Esther Williams. The mirrored fitness center is outfitted with televisions, a variety of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, a stretching area, and showers.

Guestrooms. The 570 elegant guestrooms of The Beverly Hilton feature 42-inch flat-screen plasma televisions with premium cable channels and Bose Wave radio/CD systems. The beds are outfitted with pillowtop mattresses, down-filled comforters and imported European linens. Bathrooms offer two luxurious robes, slippers and L'Occitane bath amenities. Work areas feature oversized desks with ergonomic chairs, two multi-line telephones with speakerphone capabilities, and wireless Internet access for a fee. Fireproof in-room safes are laptop compatible.

Expert Tip. The Beverly Hilton now showcases Le Chateau, which provides an extensive selection of fine wines from California's Central Coast and Napa Valley and from around the world. The shop also offers decadent Neuhaus Belgian chocolates and can create unique gift baskets.