
The Beverly Hills Hotel
Best for classic Hollywood dining, private cabanas and a heated outdoor pool with underwater music.
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The Beverly Hills Hotel is a landmark five-star hotel on Sunset Boulevard known for classic Hollywood service and a family-friendly pool; read this if you want traditional Beverly Hills glamour and easy access to Rodeo Drive. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is a five-star waterfront hotel on the marina with tennis courts and a full-service spa; read this if you prefer a coastal, marina-front setting with recreation and water views.
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Best for classic Hollywood dining, private cabanas and a heated outdoor pool with underwater music.

Best for marina-side rooms and outdoor recreation (tennis, boating activities) with an on-site spa.
When The Beverly Hills Hotel wins: Choose The Beverly Hills Hotel if you want historic Hollywood atmosphere, multiple signature restaurants (Polo Lounge, Fountain Coffee Room), private bungalows, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hotel that’s set steps from Rodeo Drive and Will Rogers Memorial Park.
When The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey wins: Choose The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey if you prefer a waterfront location, larger property scale, outdoor tennis courts and a marina setting with direct access to boating and beach-area excursions.
Bottom line: Both are five-star hotels that deliver luxury service—pick Beverly Hills for Old Hollywood style and on-site dining variety; pick Marina del Rey for waterside views, tennis and a resort geared to marina activities.
| Category | The Beverly Hills Hotel | The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, classic Hollywood glamour; garden and bungalow grounds. | Modern waterfront luxury focused on marina and outdoor recreation. |
| Location | Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills; steps from Rodeo Drive and Will Rogers Memorial Park. | Marina del Rey waterfront; close to Venice Beach and Abbot Kinney Boulevard. |
| Size (rooms) | 209 rooms & suites (property overview). | 304 guestrooms (supplier listing). |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly pool and babysitting available. | |
| Pools / outdoor | Heated outdoor pool with underwater music, private cabanas and staff service; pool hours 7am–10pm (guests only). | Outdoor pool and hot tub; pool cabanas available for a surcharge. |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues including Polo Lounge, The Cabana Cafe, Fountain Coffee Room and Bar Nineteen12. | One on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge; 24-hour room service available. |
| Spa & wellness | The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa with four treatment rooms, a couple's suite and a nail salon; fitness centre open 24 hours. | Full-service spa with massage and body treatments; fitness facilities and wheelchair-accessible fitness centre. |
| Known for | Historic 'Pink Palace' legacy, celebrity guests, on-site bungalows and Polo Lounge. | Marina-side location and recreational options (tennis, water sports, boat tours). |
| Parking & transport | On-site valet parking (about $70/day) and complimentary area shuttle within three miles on scheduled days. | Covered valet parking (surcharge; listed fee USD 63/day) and proximity to LAX. |
| Accessibility | Accessible rooms and public areas; front entrance ramp and assistive devices available. | Extensive wheelchair-accessible features (pool hoist, accessible spa, accessible meeting spaces). |
The Beverly Hills Hotel sits on Sunset Boulevard across from Will Rogers Memorial Park, minutes from Rodeo Drive.
Choose this if you want immediate access to Beverly Hills shopping and classic Hollywood streets.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is on Admiralty Way at the marina, near Venice Beach and Abbot Kinney Boulevard.
Choose this if you prefer a waterfront base with easy access to beach neighborhoods.
The Beverly Hills Hotel emphasizes individual character with bungalows and a range of suites.
Choose The Beverly Hills Hotel for distinctive suites and private bungalow-style accommodations.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey offers a broad mix of room types including many with balcony marina views.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton if you want rooms with marina or balcony views and a larger standard-room inventory.
The Beverly Hills Hotel has multiple long-established dining venues and a famous Polo Lounge.
Pick Beverly Hills for greater variety of dining venues and historic restaurant experiences.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey lists one on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge, with 24-hour room service.
Pick the Ritz-Carlton if you want marina-side dining and convenient room service rather than multiple signature restaurants.
The Beverly Hills Hotel pool is a central feature with underwater music and private cabanas.
Choose Beverly Hills if the heated pool, cabanas and a historic pool setting matter most.
The Ritz-Carlton pairs an outdoor pool and hot tub with on-site outdoor tennis courts.
Pick Marina del Rey if you want activity options (tennis and water sports) alongside an outdoor pool.
The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa offers high-end facial and body treatments plus a 24-hour fitness center.
Choose Beverly Hills for curated, high-end spa treatments and a round-the-clock gym.
The Ritz-Carlton has a full-service spa and accessible fitness facilities with recreational programming.
Choose Marina del Rey for spa services plus on-site tennis and marina recreation.

The Beverly Hills Hotel — historic Polo Lounge, Fountain Coffee Room and poolside dining offer classic Beverly Hills dining and people-watching.

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey — marina location makes water sports, boat tours and beach access easy to arrange.

The Ritz-Carlton — on-site outdoor tennis courts and lessons put recreation front and center.

The Beverly Hills Hotel — private bungalows and named suites give added privacy and a unique room inventory.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is on the marina and nearer to Venice Beach and Abbot Kinney; The Beverly Hills Hotel is inland and a drive away from beach neighborhoods.
The Beverly Hills Hotel is steps from Rodeo Drive and a short drive to Hollywood-area attractions; it’s the more convenient base for shopping and classic LA sightseeing.
No. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; The Beverly Hills Hotel explicitly markets a family-friendly pool and offers babysitting/childcare services.
Yes — The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey lists two outdoor tennis courts and tennis lessons on site; The Beverly Hills Hotel does not list on-site tennis.
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