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Terranea ResortvsAvalon Hotel Beverly Hills
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Terranea Resort scores slightly higher than Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills. Terranea Resort ranks #16 in Los Angeles with endorsements from 12 sources like Frommer's, Fodor's and BlackBook.
Terranea Resort
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Gayot
BlackBook
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
100 Terranea Way, driving directions, 6610 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
From $435/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "The ones with the best views are a trek from the lobby, except for those on the higher floors overlooking the resort pool."
Fodor's "L.A.'s only full-service oceanfront resort straddles 102 terraced acres at land's end on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, with splendid views over the ocean and Catalina Island, this eco-friendly resort boasts 400 rooms, suites, and bungalows."
Condé Nast Traveler93.6
"This rambling resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula overlooking Catalina Island "feels more Mediterranean than Southern California"." Full review
Time Out "Situated on an oceanside bluff in posh Rancho Palos Verdes, the picturesque resort is a Mecca of relaxation and resort life." Full review
Gayot "Terranea creates an idyllic California coast vacation with its ocean views and plenty of activities that allow for enjoying California's balmy weather."
BlackBook "Overlooking Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and a lighthouse. Perfect respite for Cali staycationers or those from anywhere who can appreciate award-winning spa treatments."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Although Terranea Resort is located only 30 miles from downtown Los Angeles, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to a lush Mediterranean estate." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In 2009, a developer turned the former site of the Marineland theme park in Palos Verdes into a Mediterranean-style seaside resort with a 50,000-square-foot spa." Full review
Jetsetter "A SoCal escape perfect for families, but still romantic enough for a steamy weekend rendezvous." Full review
Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
Frommer's Concierge DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Travel + Leisure Time Out
Star Service Gayot BlackBook
Zagat Show All Reviews
9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
From $137/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The first style-conscious boutique hotel on the L.A. scene, this mid-20th-century-inspired gem is located in the heart of Beverly Hills." Full review
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If you're a light sleeper, request a room away from the pool area, where the occasional nighttime pool party can get loud.
Concierge "These days, the Avalon also includes two newer buildings, and the property's style is a hip homage to mid-century-modern style."
DK Eyewitness "This cool Beverly Hills hot spot has intimately lit cabanas that fringe the curvaceous pool."
Rough Guide "A hipster-oriented hotel with cosy rooms and modern furnishings, along with in-room CD players, balconies and internet access (for a fee)."
Travel + Leisure "Hidden down a tree-lined street, this hotel’s three separate buildings are all decorated in quirky, Nixon-era style." Full review
Time Out "Mediterranean charm abounds at this posh hotel’s restaurant and bar, Oliverio." Full review
Star Service "Located at South Canon Drive, a half-mile south of Wilshire Boulevard, this hotel sits in a more down-to-earth section of Beverly Hills that contributes to its moderate rates." Full review
Gayot "In 1998, Kor Hotel Group took it over and did a complete renovation, creating a hip retro-fifties-style hotel."
BlackBook "Slamming pool scene goes off after work for Beverly Hills happy hours working on getting happier."
Zagat4.0
""Step back into '50s Hollywood" at this "fun" Beverly Hills boutique where admirers adore the poolside cabanas, "first-rate" restaurant and "top-notch" bar."
