The Beverly Hills Hotel
Best for guests who want classic Hollywood history, private bungalows, and a small-property feel.
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The Beverly Hills Hotel vs Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
The Beverly Hills Hotel is a landmark 5-star hotel on Sunset Boulevard known for its history, heated pool with underwater music and private bungalows; this guide is for travelers who value classic Hollywood-era service, garden privacy, and legacy dining. Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is a reimagined five-star Century City property with modern meeting space, a rooftop terrace and a large room count; read this if you want contemporary luxury, conference facilities, and newer public spaces.
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Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Best for travelers who want modern, large-scale luxury with extensive meeting space and contemporary public areas.
Quick Verdict: The Beverly Hills Hotel vs Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
When The Beverly Hills Hotel wins: choose the Beverly Hills Hotel if you care about heritage, intimate gardens and poolside service, legacy restaurants (Polo Lounge, Fountain Coffee Room) and a smaller, bungalow-forward room mix.
When Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills wins: choose the Fairmont Century Plaza if you need more meeting/ballroom space, want a higher room count and modern public amenities (rooftop terrace, a full-service spa and contemporary restaurants), or prefer a newly reimagined Century City address.
Bottom line: pick the Beverly Hills Hotel for a classic, boutique Beverly Hills experience tied to Hollywood history; pick the Fairmont Century Plaza for a contemporary, larger-scale five-star stay with up-to-date meeting and event facilities.
The Beverly Hills Hotel vs Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – At a Glance
| Category | The Beverly Hills Hotel | Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, intimate, classic Hollywood | Contemporary, large-scale, reimagined luxury |
| Location | Sunset Blvd in Beverly Hills, steps from Will Rogers Park and close to Rodeo Drive | Century City (Avenue of the Stars), close to Westfield Century City and a short drive to Rodeo Drive |
| Size (rooms) | 209 rooms & suites | Make yourself at home in one of the 400 guestrooms |
| Age / history | Opened 1912 (longstanding Beverly Hills landmark) | Not published |
| Pools | Heated outdoor pool with underwater music, private cabanas; open daily 7am–10pm (hotel guests only) | Outdoor pool with poolside bar and cabanas (on-site pool listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Polo Lounge, The Cabana Cafe, Fountain Coffee Room, Bar Nineteen12 | Lumière Brasserie (restaurant) and a poolside bar; 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa (four treatment rooms, duet suite, nail salon; open daily 10am–6pm) + 24-hour fitness center | Full-service spa, sauna, 24-hour fitness center, yoga classes listed |
| Meetings & events | Multiple ballrooms and event spaces across a 12-acre property; largest capacities up to ~850 standing | Approximately 23,500 sq ft conference space and 14 meeting rooms |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly pool and complimentary childcare/babysitting listed | All ages welcome (adults-only = false in supplier listing) |
| Nearby shopping & attractions | Steps from Rodeo Drive and Will Rogers Memorial Park | Within walking distance of Westfield Century City; short drive to Rodeo Drive |
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Location: Beverly Hills address vs Century City convenience
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Location
The Beverly Hills Hotel sits on Sunset Boulevard across from Will Rogers Memorial Park, minutes from Rodeo Drive.
- Walk to Will Rogers Park and a short drive to Rodeo Drive shopping.
- Easy access to the Sunset Strip and many Beverly Hills attractions.
- Complimentary local shuttle/house car service within a three-mile radius on scheduled days.
Choose this if you want a classic Beverly Hills address with garden views and walkable luxury shopping nearby.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Location
Fairmont Century Plaza is located on Avenue of the Stars in Century City, near Westfield Century City.
- A 5-minute walk to Westfield Century City for shopping and dining.
- Century City location puts you closer to studio lots and modern business districts.
- Preferred airport for the property is LAX (listed); multiple airports are reachable.
Choose this if you prefer a modern Century City base with quick access to shopping and business districts.
Rooms: bungalows and suites vs many modern guestrooms
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Rooms
The Beverly Hills Hotel offers a smaller, bungalow-forward room mix (209 rooms & suites) including multiple private bungalows and signature suites.
- Room types include Beverly Hills Bungalow Suite, multiple bungalow options and a Presidential Bungalow.
- One extra bed can usually be added for $35 per night.
- Free high-speed Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas.
Better for travelers seeking private bungalow-style rooms and a smaller, historic-property feel.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Rooms
Fairmont Century Plaza has about 400 guestrooms with a range of Fairmont and Century Plaza room types, plus Fairmont Gold options.
- Room list includes Fairmont Gold 1 King, Century Plaza 1 King, Signature Rooms and 1 Bedroom Corner Suites.
- Rooms feature minibars, espresso makers and private furnished balconies on many units.
- Complimentary WiFi and in-room 65-inch TVs are standard in many rooms.
Better for travelers who want a broad selection of modern room types, including Fairmont Gold upgrades and larger corner suites.
Dining & drinks: Polo Lounge history vs Lumière Brasserie
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Dining & drinks
The Beverly Hills Hotel's restaurants are long-standing and tied to its Hollywood history.
- Polo Lounge serves American cuisine with an Italian edge and is open daily 7am–11pm.
- Fountain Coffee Room is a landmark 19-stool diner serving breakfast and lunch since 1949.
- Cabana Cafe offers poolside daytime dining; Bar Nineteen12 is a lounge with terrace seating.
Pick the Beverly Hills Hotel for legacy dining venues and a classic dining dress code for Polo Lounge.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Dining & drinks
Fairmont Century Plaza's food and beverage lineup emphasizes contemporary brasserie dining and poolside service.
- Lumière Brasserie offers French cuisine with garden and alfresco seating options.
- Poolside bar and 24-hour room service provide flexible on-site options.
- Cooked-to-order breakfast available daily for a surcharge.
Pick Fairmont Century Plaza if you want modern brasserie dining and convenient round‑the‑clock room service.
Pools & signature amenity: iconic pool with underwater music vs rooftop and modern pool areas
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Pools & signature amenity
The Beverly Hills Hotel pool is central to the property's character and guest experience.
- Heated outdoor pool with underwater music, private cabanas and personal staff service.
- Open to hotel guests daily from 7am–10pm; reserved for hotel guests only.
- Poolside dining at The Cabana Cafe; family-friendly pool policy (children welcome anytime).
If a classic, service-focused pool environment matters, the Beverly Hills Hotel is the clear choice.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Pools & signature amenity
Fairmont Century Plaza lists an outdoor pool and poolside bar with cabanas.
- Outdoor pool with poolside bar and cabanas (listed among property amenities).
- Pool cabanas may incur a surcharge per the supplier listing.
- Pool access hours listed in 'know before you go' as 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Choose Fairmont Century Plaza for a modern pool setting with poolside dining and a rooftop terrace nearby.
Wellness & nightlife: spa and 24-hour fitness vs full-service spa and rooftop options
The Beverly Hills Hotel – Wellness & nightlife
The Beverly Hills Hotel provides a compact spa and 24-hour fitness for guests.
- The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa (four treatment rooms, duet suite, nail salon) open 10am–6pm.
- Fitness centre open 24 hours with key-card access and complimentary refreshments.
- On-site dining and Bar Nineteen12 cover late-evening food and drinks (Bar open Tue–Sat nights).
Better if you want targeted spa treatments and around‑the‑clock gym access in a smaller property.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Wellness & nightlife
Fairmont Century Plaza lists a full-service spa, sauna and 24-hour fitness facilities with additional wellness programming.
- Spa treatments available by reservation (reservations recommended) and sauna listed among amenities.
- 24-hour fitness center and on-site yoga classes/instruction.
- Rooftop terrace and modern public spaces for evening socializing; poolside bar for daytime drinks.
Better if you want a larger spa program, scheduled fitness classes and contemporary rooftop social spaces.
Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style
The Beverly Hills Hotel
The Beverly Hills Hotel: choose it for Polo Lounge, the Fountain Coffee Room and a century of Hollywood association.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Fairmont Century Plaza: choose it for nearly 23,500 sq ft of conference space and 14 meeting rooms.
The Beverly Hills Hotel
The Beverly Hills Hotel: heated pool with underwater music, private cabanas and personalized pool service.
Fairmont Century Plaza Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Fairmont Century Plaza: a large inventory of modern room types including Fairmont Gold and corner suites with balconies.
Frequently asked questions
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Which hotel is closer to Rodeo Drive?
The Beverly Hills Hotel is closer: it’s on Sunset Blvd near Will Rogers Park and within a short drive or walk of Rodeo Drive; Fairmont Century Plaza is a short drive away in Century City.
Which property is better for meetings or conferences?
Fairmont Century Plaza is better suited for larger meetings, with about 23,500 sq ft of conference space and 14 meeting rooms; The Beverly Hills Hotel has multiple ballrooms but a smaller overall meetings footprint.
Are both hotels family-friendly?
Yes. The Beverly Hills Hotel explicitly welcomes children of all ages and offers family-friendly pool access; Fairmont Century Plaza’s supplier listing shows adultsOnly=false, so it also accepts families.
Can I use the pool if I'm only getting a spa treatment?
At The Beverly Hills Hotel the pool is reserved for hotel guests and spa visitors who are not staying overnight cannot use it; the Fairmont Century Plaza listing notes pool and spa access details and recommends checking with the hotel (reservations required for spa services).
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