
The Beverly Hills Hotel
Best for travellers who want a classic Beverly Hills experience, private cabanas and legendary dining like the Polo Lounge.
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The Beverly Hills Hotel is a historic, 5-star Beverly Hills landmark with classic Californian luxury and family-friendly grounds; this guide suits travelers who want heritage, poolside service and old-Hollywood dining. The West Hollywood EDITION is a stylish, design-forward 5-star hotel on the Sunset Strip for travelers comparing contemporary lifestyle hotels, nightlife access and modern design-led public spaces.
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Best for travellers who want a classic Beverly Hills experience, private cabanas and legendary dining like the Polo Lounge.

Best for travellers who prefer contemporary design, a Sunset Strip location and a lively bar/restaurant scene in West Hollywood.
When The Beverly Hills Hotel wins: choose the Beverly Hills Hotel if you value a long-established, iconic property with private cabanas, a family-friendly heated pool with underwater music, and heritage dining (Polo Lounge, Fountain Coffee Room).
When The West Hollywood EDITION wins: pick the EDITION if you want a modern, design-led hotel on the Sunset Strip with multiple bars/lounges, a full-service spa, and an energetic West Hollywood location close to nightlife and Melrose shopping.
Bottom line: both are 5-star hotels on or near Sunset Boulevard; use The Beverly Hills Hotel for classic, garden-and-pool luxury and historic dining, and The West Hollywood EDITION for a contemporary, nightlife-facing stay and sleek public spaces.
| Category | The Beverly Hills Hotel | The West Hollywood EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, classic Beverly Hills luxury; formal public rooms and garden setting | Contemporary, design-focused lifestyle luxury with a Sunset Strip energy |
| Location | 9641 Sunset Blvd — steps from Will Rogers Memorial Park and short drive to Rodeo Drive | 9040 W. Sunset Blvd., on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood — close to nightlife and Melrose |
| Size (rooms) | 209 rooms & suites (hotel overview) | 190 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Ages / family policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly pool and complimentary babysitting/childcare noted | Not adults-only; family policy not restricted (adults-only not published) |
| Pools / outdoor | Heated outdoor pool with underwater music, private cabanas and personal pool service; open 7am–10pm | Outdoor pool with sun loungers, cabanas (pool hoist listed); outdoor pool count: 1 |
| Restaurants & bars | Polo Lounge, The Cabana Cafe, Fountain Coffee Room, Bar Nineteen12 — historic, classic dining | Two restaurants and four bars/lounges including Ardor; contemporary Californian menus and poolside bar |
| Spa & fitness | The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa — four treatment rooms, duet suite, nail salon; 24-hour fitness centre | Full-service spa, sauna and 24-hour fitness facilities (supplier listing) |
| Known for | Old-Hollywood glamour, celebrity history, Polo Lounge and iconic pink architecture | Sunset Strip location, EDITION branding and contemporary design |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive event space including Crystal Ballroom and multiple ballrooms (over 22,000 sq ft indoor + outdoor event lawns) | Conference space — 3,445 sq ft and 5 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & practical | Valet parking, complimentary Wi‑Fi, complimentary local shuttle within three miles on scheduled days | Valet parking (surcharge), EV charging, free WiFi, concierge and meeting support |
The Beverly Hills Hotel sits at 9641 Sunset Blvd opposite Will Rogers Memorial Park, close to Rodeo Drive shopping.
Choose The Beverly Hills Hotel for proximity to Beverly Hills shopping, parkland and a quieter garden setting.
The West Hollywood EDITION is at 9040 W. Sunset Blvd on the Sunset Strip, minutes from nightlife and Melrose Avenue.
Choose the EDITION for a central Sunset Strip location and easy access to West Hollywood nightlife and shopping.
The Beverly Hills Hotel offers 209 rooms and suites including private bungalows and multiple suite tiers.
The Beverly Hills Hotel emphasises roomy, traditionally styled suites and private bungalows for guests seeking legacy accommodations.
The West Hollywood EDITION lists 190 guestrooms with a mix of Deluxe Rooms, Lofts and multiple suite categories.
The EDITION focuses on contemporary room types and terrace options tailored to design-minded travellers.
Dining at The Beverly Hills Hotel is anchored by the Polo Lounge plus poolside and classic diner venues.
Choose the Beverly Hills Hotel if you value historic dining venues and a formal Polo Lounge experience.
The West Hollywood EDITION offers two restaurants (including Ardor) and four bars/lounges, with modern Californian menus.
The EDITION suits guests who want contemporary dining and multiple lounge options in a lively neighborhood.
The Beverly Hills Hotel pool is a defining feature — a heated outdoor pool with underwater music and private cabanas.
The Beverly Hills Hotel is the pick for families and guests who prioritise classic poolside service and private cabanas.
The West Hollywood EDITION provides an outdoor pool with pool cabanas available (surcharge noted in supplier listing).
The EDITION provides a modern pool deck with accessibility features and private cabana options for a contemporary pool experience.
Wellness at The Beverly Hills Hotel centres on a four-room spa and 24-hour fitness with small, luxury treatment offerings.
Pick the Beverly Hills Hotel for focused, luxury spa treatments and round-the-clock fitness in a quieter setting.
The West Hollywood EDITION lists a full-service spa, sauna and 24-hour fitness facilities with a lifestyle-hotel nightlife footprint.
The EDITION is the better choice for guests who want a contemporary spa and direct access to West Hollywood nightlife.

Polo Lounge, Fountain Coffee Room and decades of Hollywood history make The Beverly Hills Hotel the top pick for classic dining.

The West Hollywood EDITION sits on the Sunset Strip with easy access to clubs, live music venues and bars.

The Beverly Hills Hotel explicitly markets family-friendly pool access and provides complimentary childcare/babysitting options.

The EDITION highlights contemporary design, terrace rooms and multiple mobility/hearing-accessible room options.
The Beverly Hills Hotel is a short walk or very brief drive to Rodeo Drive; the EDITION is a short drive away but sits on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood.
The Beverly Hills Hotel explicitly welcomes children of all ages and describes its pool as family-friendly; the EDITION is not adults-only but does not emphasise family services in the supplied listing.
Yes. Both hotels list full-service spas and 24-hour fitness centres; The Beverly Hills Hotel spa details (hours, treatment rooms) are publicly published, and the EDITION lists a full-service spa and sauna.
The Beverly Hills Hotel pool is reserved for hotel guests and spa visitors who are staying overnight; the EDITION’s outdoor pool is listed as on-site for hotel guests with cabanas and pool service.
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