W HollywoodvsThe Beverly Hilton
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, W Hollywood scores slightly higher than The Beverly Hilton. W Hollywood comes in at #27 in Los Angeles with approval from 11 reviews such as BlackBook, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
W Hollywood Show All Reviews
6250 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028
From $167/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The "It" hotel of 2011 is the W Hollywood, which opened in January 2010 at the corner of Hollywood and Vine and has been the darling of the dig-me crowd ever since." Full review
Concierge
"The 305 studios and suites are done up in a modern palette of whites and grays, but it's the Hollywood location that sets this hotel apart."
Fodor's
"Just off the historic intersection of Hollywood and Vine and above a busy Metro station, the W Hollywood is ultra-modern and outfitted for the wired traveler." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Rooms live up to the hype generated by your red-carpet arrival." Full review
Time Out
"Nestled in the heart of Hollywood, the glitzy hotel pulls out the red carpet (literally) with its rooftop pool and lounge, grand spiral staircase, Bliss spa and famous Sunday night jazz." Full review
Star Service
"In short, it is a modern free-for-all: one part hotel, one part nightclub, one part residential development and one part neon billboard." Full review
Gayot
"Located at the legendary crossroads of Hollywood and Vine, this W Hotels' outpost brings the Walk of Fame right to your doorstep."
BlackBook
"Extravagant W near HWood tourist hubbub. Business types come for massive party atmo. Rooms typical W, stylish, small."
Zagat
4.5
""Never-wanna-get-up beds" tempt guests to "sleep all day" in the "modern" rooms at this "swanky", "pricey" Hollywood hot spot, but few can resist the view from the rooftop pool."
Oyster
Upscale
"Located on Hollywood Boulevard, W Hollywood is in the center of the neighborhood's party scene, and its bars and rooftop pool are popular local nightspots." Full review
The Beverly Hilton Show All Reviews
9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
From $237/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"In the heart of Beverly Hills, this boxlike eight-story hotel has been attracting city business travelers, movie stars, U.S. presidents, royalty, and tourists alike since 1955." Full review
Fodor's
"Home of the Golden Globe Awards, the Beverly Hilton is as polished as its glitzy address after some pricey renovation." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This 569-room Beverly Hills hotel, the site of the Golden Globes, excels at affordable luxury." Full review
Rough Guide
"This prominent, geometric white hotel at the corner of Wilshire and Santa Monica boulevards has a pool and gym, plus in-room plasma TVs, boutique decor and balconies."
Time Out
"Thanks to a remodel in 2007-2008 the rather tired decor has been replaced by a look that's both comfortable and handsome, classic but not wedged in the past." Full review
Star Service
"One-half mile west of Rodeo Drive, this vast, nearly 9-acre hotel remains the largest, most commercial hotel in 90210 and one that leans heavily on conventions, tour groups and splashy media events." Full review
Gayot
"All of the lovely rooms come with high-speed Internet access, and most boast lavish bathrooms and terraces with city views."
BlackBook
"Cabana buffs chill by the pool awaiting more cooling mist and hairless boys. Health buffs get treadmills delivered to their rooms--those in the Wiltshire Tower are chicest."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Beverly Hilton, a Four-Star hotel with a prime location in Beverly Hills, is famous for playing host to the Golden Globes every January." Full review
Jetsetter
"Tony LA glamazon with an A-list pool and serene spa next door to Rodeo Drive." Full review