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The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del ReyvsHotel Bel-Air
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Bel-Air ranks significantly better than The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. Hotel Bel-Air scores 95 with positive reviews from 23 reviewers including Hideaway Report, goop and Star Service.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
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4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "If you're a watercraft cognoscenti and desire a serene view of more than 5,000 beautiful sailboats and yachts from your private balcony, this is the hotel for you." Full review
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Request one of the "27 series" rooms, which are junior suites that are larger and have the best views.
Fodor's "You might have a sense of déjà vu here since this resort, overlooking L.A.'s largest marina, is a favorite location of dozens of TV and film productions." Full review
OysterUpscale
"With a waterfront location on a harbor, not the beach, there's little reason to stay here unless you're boating or have a business meeting at the hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Overlooking the world’s largest custom-built pleasure boat harbor, the Ritz-Carlton offers European elegance and deluxe creature comforts."
Travel + Leisure "Set on the waterfront of a small-craft marina, the Ritz-Carlton is one of the more traditional hotel spaces in Los Angeles." Full review
Time Out "Marina del Rey's best hotel is every bit as smart as you'd hope a Ritz-Carlton to be. The rooms are traditional without being stuffy; many have views over the marina." Full review
Star Service "The hotel has a beautiful blend of sleek contemporary and subdued traditional decor fused together with tasteful nautical accents." Full review
Gayot "When travelers hear the word "Ritz-Carlton," no matter where they are in the world, they know they can expect understated sophistication and excellent service."
BlackBook "304-room luxury resort situated on one of the largest, man-made recreational marina. Stellar views, even from your "Juliet" balcony."
goop "You can generally get really great deals on rooms, despite all the luxe amenities (pool, gym, spa, et al)." Full review
Hotel Bel-Air Frommer's Fodor's
Insight Guides
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Time Out Time Out
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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."
