$$$$, Bel Air
Fodor's Review:
In a wooded canyon with lush gardens and a swan-filled lake, the Hotel Bel-Air's fairy-tale luxury and seclusion have made it a favorite of discreet celebs and royalty for decades. Bungalow-style rooms feel like fine homes, with country-French, expensively upholstered furniture in silk or chenille; many have hardwood floors. Several rooms have wood-burning fireplaces (the bell captain will build a fire for you). Eight suites have private outdoor hot tubs. Complimentary tea service greets you upon arrival; enjoy it on the terrace warmed by heated tiles. A pianist plays nightly in the bar. The hotel's excellent restaurant spills into the garden and a heated, vine-draped terrace.
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