The Pool at Hotel Bel-Air

"The oval-shaped pool is one of the last places Marilyn Monroe was photographed before her death"

"Whatever category you choose, property perks include a 24-hour gym, cozy luxury spa with hand-beaded wall panels, and a 10ft-deep outdoor pool"

"The additions—which include new lofts and hillside suites, a La Prairie spa and fitness center, plus upgraded room features—are impressive, but thankfully the overall vibe hasn't changed much: Guests still enjoy spending long afternoons by the pool, meandering through the gardens or subtly trying to spot which Hollywood player is sitting at the next table in the Wolfgang Puck restaurant"

"There are also twelve new accommodations built into the hillside, with canyon views, sliding glass walls, outdoor fireplaces and decks with private spa pools"

" For those needing sanctuary from the Klieg lights' glare, a dozen new hillside rooms flaunt private spa pools and glorious canyon views"

"Free treats such as popsicles are served at the chic, heated outdoor pool, and there is small luxury spa with seven treatment rooms"

"Its iconic oval pool—with umbrella-shaded loungers and “pop-up refreshments” like push-pops and frozen grapes in the summer months—sits on the site of the estate’s former horse-riding ring, and is still as much a place to see and be seen as the famous terrace restaurant, now run by Wolfgang Puck"

"In addition to the historic oval swimming pool, be sure to explore the flower-filled grounds and look for the hotel’s iconic resident swans"

"• Reserve a room in the former horse stables for a pool view and easy access to swimming and sunbathing, or book a Canyon Room, which features its own outdoor space with a plunge pool and fireplace"

"This suite offers private dining for 10, a chef's kitchen, study, great room with grand piano and a private pool"