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Loews Santa Monica Beach HotelvsThe Maybourne Beverly Hills
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Montage Beverly Hills ranks significantly higher than Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Montage Beverly Hills comes in at 92 with recommendations from 18 sources such as Frommer's, Time Out and Star Service.
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Forbes Travel Guide
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
From $340/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Walk to the ocean side of the soaring atrium here and you feel like you're on a cruise ship." Full review
Lonely Planet "This fine hotel does everything to put you in the mood for a beach vacation." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Its family-oriented, ocean-view pool and excellent gym make the 342-room Loews in Santa Monica a reasonable option for business travelers and families." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Very close to the sand and Santa Monica Pier, this large resort makes children feel comfortable with activities, special welcome kits, and free stays for those under 18."
Star Service "Superior to Le Meridien Delfina, the former Sheraton, this is the queen of the middle ranks, for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Gayot "Has a lot more to offer than simply its superb surfside setting, although the ocean views, sea breezes, memorable sunsets and private access to the beach are all pretty fabulous."
Zagat4.3
"You "can't beat the location" of this oceanfront retreat, whose pool overlooking the Pacific "steals the show" even though the property also boasts "fantastic" on-site dining."
Travel + Leisure "The surf-side location of this Santa Monica property makes it popular for families with kids." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has been a hallmark of Santa Monica’s Ocean Avenue since it opened in 1989." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"In the heart of Southern California’s most renowned neighbourhood of sand and surf lies the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel." Full review
The Maybourne Beverly Hills
Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet Oyster
Time Out Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Zagat 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
OysterLuxury
"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."
Zagat4.7
""When you want to feel special", this "gorgeous" "getaway" "is the place to go", thanks to "fabulous" restaurants and accommodations featuring free WiFi."
