New Hotels Emerge on LA's Horizon

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. May 18, 2011

LOS ANGELES, CA - May 18, 2011 - Several hotels in Los Angeles County are currently under construction or have been recently developed. The following is a summary of some of these new hotel developments. (Editor's note: Media contacts are for media use only)

DOWNTOWN

The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles - The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles opened in April 2010 as the cornerstone of L.A. LIVE, the $2.5 billion sports and entertainment complex adjacent to STAPLES Center and the Los Angeles Convention Center. The property has 123 well-appointed guest rooms, including 14 suites, in addition to Downtown's only full-service hotel spa, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, providing a luxurious, 8,000-square-foot sanctuary. The property also features a 3,400-square-foot signature Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, which will serve as the 23rd floor check-in area for guests. The Gallery Collection offers more than 77,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting room space. The hotel is home to WP24, the latest restaurant concept by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. Another unique feature of The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, is a combined Lobby Lounge and restaurant on the 24th floor with windows offering panoramic views of Downtown and surrounding Southern California. On the 26th floor, an outdoor, rooftop swimming pool and terrace offer guests a relaxing retreat from the city below. The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, shares space with The Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. LIVE and the JW Marriott at L.A. LIVE in a one-of-a-kind, distinctive 54-story tower designed by Gensler. 900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, 90015; 800.241.3333 www.ritzcarlton.com. Media contact: Media contact: Brigid Finley, 213.743.3664, [email protected]

JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE — The JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE opened in February 2010, as part of the $2.5 billion L.A. LIVE sports and entertainment complex developed by AEG. The hotel has 878 guest rooms, including 52 well-appointed suites, along with a 4,000-square-foot JW Marriott fitness center, located on the second floor, and an outdoor pool and bar. The Gallery Collection features more than 77,000 square feet of indoor meeting space, including three floors of stacked ballrooms. With its central location in Los Angeles' burgeoning Downtown district, the hotel provides a deluxe level of comfort and personal service within a unique environment designed to reflect its location. The property shares space with The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, and The Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. LIVE in a unique 54-story tower, which was designed by Gensler and is one of the tallest mixed-use buildings in Downtown Los Angeles. 900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, 90015; 800.228.9290, www.lalivemarriott.com. Media contact: Brigid Finley, 213.743.3664, [email protected]

Luxe City Center Hotel - The former Holiday Inn Los Angeles City Center has undergone a significant, multi-million-dollar renovation and renamed the Luxe City Center Hotel in fall 2010. Part of an upscale, Los Angeles-based hotel chain, the newly branded property is a four-star, design-driven boutique hotel with 164 elegant and spacious guest rooms and 16 suites in the heart of Downtown's thriving entertainment district. The LA interior design firm SanDesign has given the hotel an upscale urban residential atmosphere with a touch of old silver screen, creating guest rooms as “elegant but with an attitude.” Facilities include meeting/banquet space, fitness center and business center. Still under construction are the lobby and restaurant, expected to be completed by fall 2011.1020 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, 90015; 213.748.1291, www.luxecitycenter.com. Media contact: Charles Harris, vice president of marketing, 310.691.7703, [email protected]

Kyoto Grand Hotel & Gardens (formerly the New Otani Hotel & Gardens) — The Kyoto Grand Hotel & Gardens is a 21-story, full-service hotel, immersing its guests in a serene atmosphere with accents derived from Japanese culture. The hotel has 434 guest rooms including 20 suites. Flexible meeting spaces can be configured to meet specific needs, accommodating any event from boardroom meetings for 10 attendees to large-scale receptions for 500 guests. In addition to the Azalea restaurant, the Rendezvous Lounge is open nightly. Kyoto Grand Hotel & Gardens is located in the heart of Little Tokyo. 120 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, 90012; 213.629.1200, www.kyotograndhotel.com. Media contact: Garriann Young, 213.629.1200, [email protected]

O Hotel Los Angeles — This historic 1920s hotel reopened its glass doors in late 2007. A serene haven for the business traveler, urbanite and out-of-towner, O Hotel offers 68 deluxe rooms with upgraded comforts, modern amenities and the efficient service expected of well-tended boutique establishments. A six-treatment-room health spa is planned, opening in fall 2011. Located in the heart of the City's Financial District and part of the ongoing revitalization of Downtown, O Hotel is across the street from shops and dining at Macy's Plaza, only a few blocks from STAPLES Center, the Nokia Theater, the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Los Angeles Convention Center. A new dining option at the hotel is Bar & Kitchen, a seasonal American restaurant featuring market-fresh cuisine. 819 S. Flower St., Los Angeles, 90017, 213.623.9904, www.ohotelgroup.com. Media contact: Azzi Kashani, 213.623.9904, ext. 126, [email protected]

HOLLYWOOD

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hollywood Walk of Fame — Built in 2008, this next generation of new Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is located near the Hollywood Walk of Fame and centrally located near the Hollywood Bowl and Universal Studios Hollywood. The 94-room hotel features a fitness center, a 1,500-square-foot meeting room, 24-hour business center and wireless data connection, with high-speed Internet access in all rooms and a complimentary hot breakfast and valet parking. 1921 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 90068, 323.850.8151, www.hiexpress.com. Media contact: Corey Bouche, 323.850.8151, [email protected]

W Hollywood Hotel & Residences — W Hollywood Hotel & Residences, which opened in January 2010, is the first branded property providing hotel, retail and luxury for-sale residences in Los Angeles. With 305 guest rooms, 143 W-branded residences, a signature restaurant, rooftop bar, branded 6,075-square-foot spa with retail space and a 25-yard lap pool, the $360 million development at Hollywood & Vine offers a world-class lifestyle opportunity boasting W's signature Whatever/Whenever service. The cutting-edge design includes luxury finishes, lush landscaping, artistic flair and innovative living spaces complete with dramatic views; premier nightlife and exclusive restaurants. In February 2011 the W Hollywood was awarded LEED Silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for blending a modern lifestyle with a sustainable, green footprint. 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 90028; 323.798.1300 www.whotels.com/hollywood. Media contact: Kristi Blake, 323.798.1321; [email protected]

Hollywood Heights Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn Hollywood) — Interstate Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel real estate investor and the nation's largest independent operator of full- and select-service hotels, has introduced the latest concept in hospitality, the Hollywood Heights Hotel. The property has been reimaged to reflect the growing need for a more sophisticated mid-range hotel at the gateway to Hollywood. All of the 160 guest rooms now boast 32-inch LCD HDTVs, Internet access and luxurious bed linens. The guest bathrooms have also been upgraded with Face brand bath amenities. 2005 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 90068; 323.876.8600, [email protected]

WESTSIDE

DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles-Westside — The 368-room Radisson Los Angeles Westside was rebranded in April 2011 as the DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles-Westside. The property is convenient to Sony Pictures Studios, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica. Amenities include an outdoor heated pool and whirlpool, fitness room, business center, 20,000 square feet of banquet and meeting facilities, airport shuttle service and two on-site restaurants: Share, featuring a selection of 32 wines by the glass, and Culver's Club Lounge, featuring Live Jazz and Mystery Dinner Theater. 6161 W. Centinela Ave., Culver City, 90230; 310.649.1776; http://doubletree1.hilton.com. Media contact: Greg Milligan, director of sales, 310.348.4511, [email protected]

Montage Beverly Hills — Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Montage Beverly Hills has 201 guest rooms, including 55 suites, featuring Signature Montage bedding and linens, LCD televisions and complimentary wireless Internet access. The hotel, which opened in November 2008, has two restaurants; a 20,000-square-foot, two-story spa; and more than 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The rooftop saline pool offers private cabanas, a casual bar and grill and lush landscaping set against panoramic views of the Beverly Hills cityscape and the Hollywood Hills. 225 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, 90210; 310.860.7800; www.montagebeverlyhills.com. Media contact: Ellen Thornton, 310.860.7804; [email protected]

SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills (formerly Le Meridien, Beverly Hills) — Located in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant landscape, SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills offers a sophisticated hospitality experience. The 297 guest rooms feature Philippe Starck-designed decor with plush bedding, 40-inch flat-screen TVs and 32 guest rooms free of allergens and irritants. The Bazaar restaurant offers culinary innovations of award-winning chef Jose Andres. The hotel also offers a spa, fitness center, rooftop pool, business center and a 24-hour concierge service. The Lobby Terrace and main entrance is currently undergoing renovations. 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, 90048; 310.247.0400 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 310.247.0400 end_of_the_skype_highlighting, www.slshotels.com. Media contact: Emily Bernstein [email protected]

Hotel Palomar Los Angeles-Westwood (formerly Doubletree Hotel) — The Hotel Palomar Los Angeles-Westwood, under management of San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, opened its doors in May 2008. The hotel features many eco-friendly practices as part of its daily operations. The new 19-story hotel, located two blocks from the UCLA campus, has 264 guest rooms and suites outfitted with high-end amenities and services, including full-service concierge and personal assistant services, state-of-the-art fitness center, in-room spa services and a 24-hour business center. The restaurant, BLVD 16, specializes in California Fresh Cuisine. It is also a pet-friendly hotel. 10740 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90024; 310.475.8711, www.hotelpalomar-lawestwood.com. Media contact: Stacey Ellis, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, 415.397.5572, [email protected]

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY

The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa, Pasadena (formerly the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel & Spa) — The Langham, Huntington, a legendary Pasadena landmark since 1907, is located just minutes from Downtown Los Angeles. The hotel recently refurbished all eight cottages and renovated The Huntington Spa, which offers treatments based on traditional Chinese medicine. The dining room has undergone renovations and reopened on Nov. 12, 2010, as The Royce, with a contemporary design created by The Johnson Studio. Chef David Feau, formerly of The Patina Group, is creating a menu of lighter California fare emphasizing fresh seasonal produce. 1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena, 91106; 626.568.3900, www.pasadena.langhamhotels.com. Media contact: Elsa Schelin, 626.585.6434, [email protected]

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

Hotel Amarano Burbank — Formerly The Graciela, the Hotel Amarano is the only luxury boutique hotel in Burbank. Located in the heart of the entertainment district, around the corner from Warner Bros. Studios and only minutes away from Universal Studios and NBC Studios, the hotel has 100 rooms and suites with full kitchenettes, all non-smoking, with 42-inch plasma televisions and iPod docking stations in every guest room, as well as complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, Italian linens and luxurious down feather duvets. There is more than 2,000 square feet of stylish meeting and event space with high-tech audio-visual equipment and catering services, plus a business center with secretarial services. The garden rooftop sundeck overlooks the Hollywood Hills. The Library Lounge is now featuring new tapas menu selections from Chef Jose Sanchez, plus a newly revised and extensive wine list. There is complimentary shuttle service to Bob Hope Airport. 322 N. Pass Ave., Burbank, CA 91505; 818.842.8877, www.hotelamarano.com. Media contact: Tom Whelan, 818.260.4750, [email protected]

Four Seasons Westlake Village — The Four Seasons Westlake Village, a one-of-a-kind luxury hotel set amid acres of serene gardens, opened in 2006. In addition to an expansive, full-service spa and salon, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools and an array of dining options, also located within the property is the California Health & Longevity Institute, which offers a comprehensive approach to health and well-being in the areas of medicine, nutrition, fitness and life balance. The hotel has 270 generously proportioned guest rooms, including 27 suites, all with plasma televisions, wired or wireless Internet access and DVD/CD player. Guest rooms feature high ceilings, a magnificent chandelier and floor-to-ceiling windows, many overlooking the hotel's gardens and waterfall, with views stretching to the Santa Monica Mountains. Two Dole Dr., Westlake Village 91362; 818.575.3000; www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage Media contact: Shelby Taylor Cuban, 818.575.3000; [email protected]

COASTAL

Shore Hotel — A new beachside retreat opens in summer 2011: the Shore Hotel in Santa Monica. On the site of the former Pacific Sands and Travelodge, this all-new boutique hotel stands out with its modern design, eco-friendliness and location across the street from the Santa Monica Pier and beach. The open-air, U-shaped hotel will have a glass-walled lobby looking out at the ocean. The 164 teal and orange rooms will feature teak wood furniture and balconies. The luxury oceanfront hotel is the first and only newly constructed LEED registered hotel in Santa Monica. Amenities include free WiFi throughout the hotel, a 24-hour gym with a personal trainer, sightseeing tours, bike and roller blade rentals, a solar-heated outdoor pool, a state-of-the-art meeting and event room, two restaurants and plentiful underground parking. Pets are welcome. 1515 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 90401; 310.451.9895; www.shorehotel.com. Media contact: Ashley E. Rodgers at Wagstaff Worldwide, 323.871.1151, [email protected]

Terranea Resort — Terranea Resort, set in the style of a Mediterranean estate and encompassing more than 102 oceanfront acres on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, opened its doors in June 2009. Located just 20 miles south of Los Angeles International Airport, Terranea offers more than 60,000 square feet of state-of-the-art indoor meeting and event space, including an 18,000-square-foot Palos Verdes Grand Ballroom, plus the Marineland Ballroom, 15 breakout rooms and six board rooms, as well as 75,000 square feet of outdoor function spaces offering breathtaking ocean views. The resort has 380 guest rooms, 32 villas and 50 casitas, and a variety of restaurants. Amenities include a 50,000-square-foot spa and fitness center featuring 25 treatment rooms, three pools and a nine-hole golf course. The oceanfront resort is surrounded on three sides by the Pacific Ocean, with views of Catalina Island across the channel. 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275; 310.265.2800, www.terranea.com. Media contact: Lori Kennedy, JLK Communications, 760.941.4121, [email protected]