According to a common saying, the most important part of real estate is, location, location, location. This is definitely true for hotel location as well. When you are vacationing, most likely you will want to be close to all the action and fun activities, so a great hotel is one way to achieve this. This point is no greater stressed than in the great universe of Los Angeles. LA is known for providing a great travel and sightseeing vacation, but where you stay can either hinder this experience or enhance it. There are a few different locations to best suit your needs when vacationing in LA, below are descriptions of them.
Downtown
For business travelers, the downtown district is perfect for finding lodging. This is where the heart of the financial and business districts are, so being close can really serve as a boost. You’ll be able to find all of the best amenities at the Millenium Biltmore, formerly known as The Regal. This hotel has been famous since 1923 when it was home to the Academy Awards during the Golden Age of Hollywood. If the Regal is too far out of your price range, a great second option is the Best Western Dragon Gate Inn or the Hotel Figueroa, which is located right in the heart of Chinatown. At the Best Western you will still get singular and eclectic accomodations with a bit of charm, and at the Hotel Figueroa, travelers will be surrounded with a funky Southwester motif. Another great option is the elegant Mivako Inn and Spa, where you can either gratify yourself with a relaxing massage or have a little late night fun at the karaoke bar.
Beverly Hills
To truly experience California living, you must stay in Beverly Hills at one of their luxurious hotels. There is just simply no other option for those with the means to do so. If world-class luxury and service is what you are after, don’t look further than the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Beverly Hilton or the Beverly Wilshire Beverly Hills. Known world-wide is also the famous Peninsula, which is also a high-class, luxurious choice for anyone wanting the best amenities and service. Throughout Beverly Hills there are many other options that will all give you a great experience. By staying here in Beverly Hills, you will be close to the very best shopping and dining in the world.
Hollywood
As a way to accomodate all of the many tourists that travel here, it is no surprise that Hollywood offers many places to lodge. For those who are coming to Hollywood as sort of a tourist “mecca”, many budget-friendly lodging will be available. Two hotels that are helping you keep your costs down are the Hollywood Celebrity Hotel and the Best Western  Hollywood Hills Hotel. Both of these hotels offer decent rooms at a great price. These hotels along with many others are close to many of the great tourist attractions around the area, including Universal Studios. By lodging in Hollywood, you will truly be in the thick of the action and in the know. Maybe you’ll be in town when a movie is premiering and you’ll get to see some famous movie stars!
Pasadena
If the hustle and bustle of urban LA is too much for you, head over to Pasadena, which sits at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. This great city offers some of the best lodging options around the LA area. To get only the best, you’ll have to make a reservation at The Langham Huntington, where you’ll be surrounded by elegant style. Another great option is the Pasadena Hotel, also offering top-notch amenities and great service. Following the rustic feel of the mountains the Artist’s Inn and the Bissel House are two bed and breakfasts where you’ll receive personalized luzury and service in a bed and breakfast setting.
Santa Monica
Imagine the ocean waves lulling you to sleep each night. Also, imagine being close to great shopping and high-class recreation. Either way, Santa Monica will provide you with full service and never-ending fun. If your pockets reach the bottom of the sea, three hotels will truly give you a luxurious experience. The Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, the Fairmont Miramar, and the ultra-luxurious Shutters on the Beach, all three located within walking distance of all of Santa Monica’s wonders, both natural and man-made, and offer the full royal treatment. If your pockets reach maybe only a quarter of the way to the bottom of the sea, but you still want great style, try the Ocean View Hotel or the classic Art Deco Cadillac Hotel, both located in nearby Venice. These two offer more affordable accomodations while you sacrifice very little in the way of amenities and location.
West Hollywood
For those travelers who love being involved in the night life, West Hollywood is the perfect place to catch all of the action. Here, you’ll be in the center of LA’s star-studded night life, and within walking distance of all the hottest clubs. The Chateau Marmont, the Mondrian, and the Sunset Tower Hotel all offer accomodations fit for royalty, but you’ll see a bill to match. For a little bit more affodability, the Hyatt and the rock-n-roll atmosphere of the Standard Hotel offer great rooms at a considerably less price point than their neighbors. Sunset Boulevard is lined with hotels, so wherever you choose you’ll be close to the action and the excitement of true LA partying.
Westwood
If you are coming to LA to see a college game at UCLA, you’ve got to stay in Westwood. Here, you’ll also be close to all of the great bars, retaurants, and entertainment. This is also an area where you’ll find some of the best accomodations at the most reasonable prices. The Hilgard House is an upscale hotel, but still won’t cause you to break the bank, while the W Los Angeles is a popular choice that features world-class service and comfort.
Wherever you choose to stay in LA, make sure that you make the trip worth you while. It doesn’t do much good to book a hotel room that may have a cheap price tag, but is far away from everything you’ve planned to do. Come and truly experience the LA Celebrity lifestyle and come home feeling refreshed. There are many wonderful and exciting things happening in LA, so come be a part of it all!
