A legendary LA estate amongst the famous canyon hills, untouched by the clamour of life beyond the gates of Bel-Air. A 12-acre paradise of sophisticated enchantment, delivering low-key elegance since 1946. No roar, no fanfare. A stillness. The hotel waits quietly. And then the birdsong, the lake, the familiar bridge to this world within a world. Tropical greenery fills your vision and the swans glide on. The birthplace of the Bel-Air community – LA’s ultimate enclave of rarified exclusivity Hotel Bel-Air has been the legendary setting for countless Hollywood moments. A 12-acre paradise styled as a private residence. A Californian oasis of relaxation and indulgence. A place of sweet splendor at its very best. Beautiful white swans call the lake home, and together they embody the romance, grace, and elegance of Hotel Bel-Air. A secret paradise 483 specimen trees and more than 4,000 plants surround paths that weave you through the hotel grounds like an intriguing secret. Here in the exclusive neighborhood of Bel-Air, built high in the canyons of Los Angeles. Above the rest, in every way imaginable.
Originally built as a stable complex by Bel-Air founder and tennis champion Alphonzo Bell in 1922, this bougainvillea-clad hotel once hosted Audrey Hepburn, Princess Grace of Monaco, and Marilyn Monroe. Taken over by the Dorchester Group, with renovations overseen by Claridge’s interior designer Alexandra Champalimaud, the Bel-Air has since regained its reputation as LA’s most elite and sedate hotel, combining the hushed air of a Positano monastic retreat with old-world grandeur of Art Deco interiors and state-of-the-art room technology. Romance abounds with hummingbirds flitting in and out of palm trees, redwoods, Italianate fountains, hidden piazzas, and the feeling that the winding pathways might lead you anywhere.
The transformative power of relaxation lasts far beyond the spa experience itself. Join for some truly quiet time away from the cares of the world at the Hotel Bel-Air Spa where Valmont treatments blend nature and science to achieve powerful results. This five-star hotel is the only one permitted in the exclusive neighborhood of Bel-Air – home to the likes of Beyonce and Jay-Z – and nestled by Stone Canyon in the foothills of the Santa Monica mountains where house-high hedges and a lack of pavements on the the winding roads are geared to extreme privacy. Here, contemporary Los Angeles feels a continent away. In fact, West Hollywood is only a 15-minute drive, and the Getty Museum is only ten.
Rooms
Sleep in hidden luxury rather than the usual, long corridors lined with room numbers, most rooms and suites open directly onto gardens. Spacious and fresh rooms are complete with glamour, grace, and a touch of exclusive Hollywood magic.
Ah, the suites. The original spirit of understated luxury and timeless cool. Beautiful design with a warm and legendary heart. One-of-a-kind suites with stories to tell and legendary guests to celebrate. The signature suites represent the truly iconic heart of Hotel Bel-Air, its glamorous spirit, and its cherished reputation.
Of the 103 iPad-controlled rooms, 45 are suites including the Swan Lake and
Hotel Bel-Air has fifty-eight contemporary guestrooms and forty-five suites many of which include features such as fireplaces, plunge pools, and garden patios. The interiors respect the hotel’s Spanish colonial and French Art Deco influences while introducing a sense of freshness and elegance. It is a confident style that complements the atmosphere of the 12-acre paradise. Most of the rooms and suites open directly onto the gorgeous gardens, including magnificent one-of-a-kind signature suites, which represent the iconic legacy of the hotel and its treasured reputation. The Deluxe King with Patio and Fireplace rooms are based on a black, white, and pewter palate with Art Deco lamps, 1920s leather chairs, a black and cream oval-patterned rug, and black lacquered bed tables with USB outlets. Bathrooms are stocked with Parisian brand Anne Semonin and a TV screen is inlaid on the wall above the marble bath.
Food and Drink
Wolfgang Puck restaurant
At Wolfgang Puck restaurant breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on a patio beside a calming fountain flagged by hydrangeas. Every effort is made to keep the temperature perfect with a combination of heaters and an adjustable canopy over the pergolas. Breakfast options include egg-white frittatas; lunch offers a Mediterranean mezze; and dinner, steak tartare, Kaluga caviar, and chocolate soufflé. The extensive wine list is matched by spirits and cigar menus in the candlelit bar, which adds an injection of sex appeal after dark with black walls and photos of rock and roll legends. There are two outdoor smoking areas.
The famously cool Bar & Lounge, where the stars come to the party and the anecdotes abound.
Bar & Lounge
A taste of long-lost glamour, the glow of modern sophistication. That incredible fireplace, the sleek grand piano, and an air of exclusive delight.
The pool area
The oval-shaped pool is one of the last places Marilyn Monroe was photographed before her death. What used to be a horse stable is now the resting place of celebrities and their hangers-on. Full bar and food service are by Wolfgang Puck, and when it gets really hot, the hotel staff comes out with ice cream sundaes, Push Pops, slushies, and other delicious treats for guests. The signature oval-shaped pool is heated to 82 degrees all year round. Once a former horse-riding ring for the Bel-Air Stables, hence its distinctive shape, the swimming pool is picturesquely framed by hanging palms and cascading blooms. At the fitness center, guests can expect TechnoGym equipment with 24-hour access. From cardiovascular equipment to weight machines and free weights, you’re all covered here to keep your routine in check.
Facilities
* Seven treatment rooms, including the Enclave Suite
* Full array of luxurious spa retail products
* 24-hour guest access to the fitness center with room key
* Cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, and free weights
* Yoga mats and blocks
* Full range of treatments
* Male and female steam rooms for spa guests
* Salon by Joseph Hair & Beauty
* Fitness center with TechnoGym equipment
* Complimentary amenities, including fresh fruit, bottled water, and towels
