Hotel Bel-AirvsThe Maybourne Beverly Hills
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Bel-Air ranks slightly better than Montage Beverly Hills. Hotel Bel-Air comes in at 95 with approval from 23 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Time Out and Insight Guides.
Hotel Bel-Air Show All Reviews
701 Stone Canyon Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90077
From $695/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This opulent early-20th-century castle wins a never-ending stream of praise for its faultless service, luxurious accommodations, and magical ambience." Full review
Fodor's
"This Spanish Mission-style icon has been a discreet hillside retreat for celebrities and society types since 1946, and recently reopened its pink doors to unveil an updated look." Full review
Insight Guides
"Deluxe and seductive, this is a long-standing movie-star hideaway in landscaped grounds in a secluded canyon."
Jetsetter
"Recently revamped Mission-style resort in Bel Air’s lush hills, with a Wolfgang Puck restaurant and La Prairie Spa." Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of LA’s iconic properties, this Bel Air hideaway favored by royalty... is a classy Spanish Colonial estate where white swans preen in romantic gardens." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Luxury is taken very seriously at this romantic retreat cherished for its tranquility and tropical gardens complete with white swans."
Rough Guide
"The nicest hotel in LA bar none – and the only business in Bel Air – in a lushly overgrown canyon."
Time Out
"The Hotel Bel-Air Spa by La Prairie may just prove once and for all that nature and nurture can coexist in equal measure." Full review
Time Out
"This elite and quietly decadent Mission-style '20s hotel, a dreamy getaway on 12 fairytale acres of lush landscaping, reopened in 2011 after a major two-year overhaul." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Long ranked among the world's finest hotels, these 12 acres of lush gardens and waterfalls resemble a private estate."
The Maybourne Beverly Hills Show All Reviews
225 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
From $409/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This resort has it all: beautiful rooms, top-notch service, an excellent spa, and a rooftop restaurant and pool with sweeping views of the city." Full review
Concierge
"If it's an old-school kind of place you're after, perfect for traditional afternoon tea, you've come to the right spot."
Fodor's
"Rates match the seemingly endless list of amenities, including butler service for suites, a two-story spa with mineral water pool, plush bedding, and a rooftop pool and lounging area." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Of course, the real attraction is Thomas Keller’s new restaurant, Bouchon." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 201-room luxury hotel located in the heart of upscale Beverly Hills is elegant in every way, from the Spanish Colonial-inspired architecture to the spacious, sumptuous rooms." Full review
Time Out
"The rooms don't quite have the wow factor of the public areas, but they're luxurious, with plush furnishings and marble and mosaic-tiled bathrooms." Full review
Star Service
"Everyone seems able to find their comfort zone here: celebrities, conventioneers, individuals and even wedding parties." Full review
Gayot
"Sister property of the famed Montage Laguna Beach, this elegant hotel welcomes guests with a contemporary take on classic Spanish Colonial architecture."
BlackBook
"Like visiting your posh friend's estate. Gorgeous Spanish-Colonial revival style, 55 swish rooms, and whiskies that might set you back a couple of grand."
Zagat
4.7
""When you want to feel special", this "gorgeous" "getaway" "is the place to go", thanks to "fabulous" restaurants and accommodations featuring free WiFi."