With a precious courtyard surrounding the pool, the well-maintained, all-suite Beverly Hills Plaza has a look that would be right at home in the south of France. A combination of two former apartment buildings, the property borders a golf course and busy Wilshire Boulevard at the edge of Beverly Hills. Warm tones of beige, gold, and cream paired with the outdoor gardens complete with a waterfall and koi pond make for a relaxed atmosphere. You'll find bathrobes, hair dryers, movies, and coffeemakers in the roomy suites; VCRs can be rented at the front desk. Pros: european ambience, amiable staff, new lobby in 2008. Cons: lowest-priced suites are accessible via stairs only, no services or restaurants close-by, so car or public transport a must.
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