Women-Friendly Travel in Los Angeles
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The Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
The Hyatt Regency is characterized by contemporary glamour and sits on the Westside, adjacent to Beverly Hills. It boasts 726 renovated guestrooms, fitness center, a world class spa, outdoor heated pool, salon, lush gardens and has been the choice of dignitaries for more than four years. In-room facilities include large closets with terry robes, grand beds, 32-inch flat screen TVs and ihome for ipod connectivity. Guests can choose to eat at Breeze, the 250-seat restaurant and sushi bar designed by Stephen Jacobs or get a late night cocktail or appetizer at X Bar.
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Four Seasons Hotel
Dubbed as the best-kept secret in the city by GQ Magazine, the Four Seasons Hotel embodies California’s relaxed, carefree ambience. Located minutes from Rodeo Drive, this hotel boasts a multilingual staff, it’s own restaurant, lounge, fitness center, Jacuzzi and outdoor pool, sauna and spa. Rooms have a personal balcony, TV, daily newspaper, fireplace, hot beverage maker, mini-bar/wet bar, and more. Pets are permitted.
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Hotel Bel Air
Reminiscent of colonial Spain, the Hotel Bel Air has received a five star rating and is named one of the world’s leading hotels. Hotel Bel Air boasts 12 acres of lush landscaping, spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, children’s programs, babysitting, and transportation. Rooms include personal balcony, connecting rooms, fireplace, kitchenette, private bath, whirlpool tub and more. Pets permitted.
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The Beverly Hills Wilshire
Located near Rodeo drive, The Beverly Hills Wilshire’s spa is ranked one of the best in the city according to Angeleno Magazine. The hotel also boasts three restaurants: CUT, The BLVD, Poolbar & Café; two lounges: Sidebar and the BLVD Lounge; fitness center, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, spa, business center, currency exchange and children’s programs. Pets are permitted. Hotel rooms include personal balcony, fireplace, hot beverage maker, private bath, and whirlpool tub.
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The Ritz Carlton, Marina Del Ray
The Ritz Carlton sits on the waterfront of the Marina Del Ray. Near Venice Beach, Malibu and Santa Monica, the Carlton boasts 304 guest rooms and suites, spa, lounge, fitness and massage center, beauty salon, water sports and LA’s only waterfront pool and whirlpool. Rooms include personal balcony, connecting rooms, daily newspaper, private bath, safe, and more. Pets allowed.
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Hotel Sofitel
Hotel Sofitel is located opposite the Beverly Center and is near Rodeo Drive, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Blvd. The hotel includes restaurants: SIMON LA by Kerry Simon and Stone Rose Lounge by Rande Gerber, a spa, beauty salon, outdoor pool, sauna and fitness center. Rooms include cable, hot beverage maker, mini-bar/wet bar, voicemail and more. Pets allowed.
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Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Loews’ Hotel is the proud winner of a sustainable quality award for excellence in environmental stewardship. The hotel offers a sunny beachfront setting, ocean views, its own restaurant and lounge, fitness center, beauty salon, multilingual staff, outdoor pool, sauna and spa. Rooms include personal balcony, cable, telephone, hot beverage maker and more. Pets allowed.
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The London West Hollywood
Located on Sunset Strip in West Beverly Hills, the London West Hollywood boasts 200 open floor suites with personal terraces, a restaurant run by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and a roof top pool. The hotel also offers a fitness center, spa, salon and a store. Rooms include ipod dock, work table, 24 hr room service and full wet bar.
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Wilshire Grand Hotel
Located blocks from the Stapes Center, the Los Angeles Zoo and the Disney Concert Hall, the Wilshire Grand Hotel has 900 rooms, salon, heated outdoor pool, 24 hr fitness facility and Japanese, Korean, and Italian restaurants. Rooms include sitting areas, two phones with data ports and Internet access. Children 17 and under stay free. Non-smoking hotel.
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The Farmer's Daughter
Located near the Farmer’s Market and the Grove, an outdoor shopping center, the Farmer’s Daughter offers pet-friendly rooms and a restaurant (the TART). Rooms range from single bedrooms to suites that include Internet ports, cable and DVD players.
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The Standard
The Standard is a modern hotel located in downtown LA, near the Museum of Contemporary Art and the jewelry district. It offers a 24 hour restaurant, rooftop bar, heated roof top pool, lounge, photo booth, wireless Internet and a barbershop
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Beverly Laurel Motor Hotel
Located near the Farmer’s Market, Third Street and Melrose Avenue, the Beverly Laurel Hotel boasts 52 rooms that include kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, stoves, ovens and cable TV. The hotel also has a swimming pool.
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Figueroa Hotel
Located across the street from the Staples Center and Nokia Theatre, the Figueroa Hotel blends Moroccan style with the LA atmosphere. In-room facilities include air conditioning and TV. The hotel also boasts a swimming pool.
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Sunset Plaza
Located in West Hollywood, Sunset Plaza offers designer boutiques such as Tracey Ross, Nicole Miller, Giorgio Armani and Anna Sui. Newcomers include O, which sells accessories from up-and-coming designer Ann Cherico. If shopping is not your thing, then choose a comfy corner in one of many cafes located nearby, sip your latte, and start ‘people watching’. That’s what most Angelenos indulge in when they have nothing else to do.
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Robertson Boulevard
Celebrity sightings are quite popular in this part of town. Shop for shoes at Hogan, walk into Kitson’s for those must-have accessories and get some trendy outfits from Curve’s. Other shops in this area include Maxfield Blue, MAC, Giorgio Armani and Storyopolis, a great bookstore for kids. End your shopping spree with a bit to eat at the Ivy, a restaurant that is popular with many celebrities.
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Beverly Boulevard
This quiet street is home to a wide range of stores. Items from European designers can be found at Naked, menswear at K. Bond and trendy and hip outfits at Beige. Health food can be bought at the high end food store, Erewhon.
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Melrose Avenue
Melrose Avenue offers clothing, music, food and more. Stores include Betsey Johnson, Von Dutch, Liza Bruce, Sportie LA, Nichole and Urban Outfitters. This street is where you would find many hipsters trying to get their hands on the latest in fashion. Get your self some secondhand items from Aardvark’s and Wasteland.
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The Grove
The Grove shopping center offers everything from clothing, to food and electronics. Shops include the Apple store, American Doll store, and adjacent to it is the historical Farmer’s Market.
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Third Street
One would find great boutiques in this street such as Aero & Co, Polka Dots and Moonbeams. Stores such as Zipper’s sell home accessories and gift items. There are also some fantastic shops where you can stock up on antique pieces. End your shopping spree with a bite to eat at the Real Food Daily or go in for some Spanish food at Cava. If you want to dine in style, then try the new high-end restaurant A.O.C. run by chefs behind the renowned Border Grill.
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La Brea
Get yourself a great pair of jeans from Jet Rag, which is a popular vintage store. Or if you’re interested in some hardware for your house, then Liz’s Hardware is the place to be. Buy some foreign films from Rocket Video, or sink your teeth into some delicious hot dog at Pink’s. If you’re in the mood for Chinese instead, Lucky Duck is the place for you.
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It's A Wrap
For all you movie buffs out there, this is the place you need to be. This store offers wardrobes and props from movie and TV sets.
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Wako
Wako is an interesting mix of local and national art, books, plastic accessories, and kitsch.
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Last Chance Boutique
Last Chance Boutique is similar to boutiques found on Melrose Avenue, but the best part is that all the items are sold at discounted prices. Designer clothes, handbags and shoes from labels such as Tracy Ross, Horn, Blond and Prada are found in this store. Go and indulge would be our advice!