The Peninsula Beverly HillsvsTerranea Resort
Both properties are endorsed by experts. Overall, The Peninsula Beverly Hills scores significantly higher than Terranea Resort. The Peninsula Beverly Hills comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 18 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, oyster.com and Frommer's.
The Peninsula Beverly Hills Show All Reviews
9882 South Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
From $635/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"One of L.A.'s three finest hotels... Has risen above the rest by making ultraservice its hallmark." Full review
Concierge
"Tucked away amid quiet gardens just west of Beverly Hills' main drag, this hotel has the impeccable and invisible service you'd expect from a Peninsula outpost."
Fodor's
"This French Rivera–style palace is a favorite of Hollywood bold-face names, but all kinds of visitors consistently describe their stay as near perfect—though expensive." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"One of the best hotels -- if not the best hotel -- in the entire L.A. area, the Peninsula bills itself, accurately, as an "exclusive oasis"." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Antiques and artwork grace rooms, suites, and villas, all brimming with high-tech features, including wireless web access and satellite TV."
Rough Guide
"Luxury celebrity digs featuring ultra-chic rooms, suites and villas thick with graceful furnishings, along with pool, sun deck, cabanas, rooftop gardens and whirlpool."
Time Out
"Designed to look and feel like a private estate, the Peninsula exudes opulence." Full review
Time Out
"The Peninsula extends luxury and excellent service to its Beverly Hills outpost's Club Bar, the hotel's cocktail lounge. Understated, unobtrusive (and quite expensive—glasses of wine up..." Full review
Star Service
"Midway between Rodeo Drive shopping and Century City office towers, this hospitable giant sets the luxury standard in Los Angeles, and California for that matter." Full review
Gayot
"This discreet hotel, which is related to the venerable Peninsula in Hong Kong, is elegant without being stuffy."
Terranea Resort 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 Traveler
93.6
"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