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L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

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<p>Minutes from Rodeo Drive, this sleek, Asian-inspired hotel is a favorite with visiting fashionistas (no less than Giorgio Armani stays here when he's in town, and Julia Roberts makes appearances, too). A streamlined, uncluttered aesthetic prevails in the 119 rooms—which, at 675 square feet on average, are some of the most spacious in town. All have platform beds and fluffy duvets, English sycamore paneling, 40-inch flat-screen TV's, surround-sound Bose speakers, and personal lighting and temperature controls. The rooftop pool, with its teak chaises and panoramic views over the Hollywood Hills, is a scene unto itself; if you're a VIP (or want to feel like one) book one of the two Moroccan-style cabanas, which come with stereos and drink-stocked fridges. </p> <p><strong>Tip:</strong> Book way, way ahead during awards season—and bring your camera: the hotel is sure to be filled with Oscar hopefuls and their entourages. </p> <p><strong>Room to Book:</strong> Any unit ending in -5 with views of the Hollywood Hills. </p>

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From Travel + Leisure , FEB 2004

Rooms here have screening room-worthy, 40-inch TV's and surround-sound Bose speakers....MORE>>

– Loraine Alterman Boyle Access Hollywood

From Travel + Leisure , NOV 2003

When he's on the West Coast, the designer usually stays at Raffles L'Ermitage in Beverly Hills. 'It has a sleek, uncluttered design and an atmosphere of understated luxury.'...MORE>>

– Just Back From Los Angeles: Giorgio Armani

From Travel + Leisure , JUL 2003

THE LOOK Retro cool: olive trees, teak furniture, and three cabanas set the scene. THE VIEW 360 degrees of L.A., Bel Air, and the Hollywood Hills. THE PERKS Treatments from the Amrita Spa. Friday is sunset, champagne, and canapés night....MORE>>

– T+L Guide: Summer in America

Last updated January 2008