If you’ve watched The Hills, then you probably know Brent Bolthouse (Heidi Montag’s
nightlife guru/promoter boss). A few years ago, he teamed up with visionary entrepreneur
Sam Nazarian (owner of hospitality giant SBE) and launched most of L.A.’s
hottest restaurant and nightlife destinations, from Katsuya to Hyde. Now, SBE is
launching its first hotel, SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills. In Le Meredien’s former digs
on La Cienega, the hotel intends to change the face of hospitality. Upon entering
the Philippe Starck-designed hotel, you’ll have the option of coming through two
separate lobbies: The Private Guest Lobby (a serene space with an exclusive
lounge) or The Bazaar (a constant party with culinary indulgences by Spanish chef
José Andrés as well as cocktails and shopping). To top it all off, guests are afforded
preferential access to SBE’s restaurants and nightclubs across the city. Continue
the VIP treatment at Ciel-Spa at SLS, use the fitness center with personal trainer in
tow or rent one of the signature Lifestyle Suites, equipped with Technogym’s Kinesis
personal equipment series (which allows you to do hundreds of exercises on one
machine). Tired after working out? Your room’s comprehensive pillow menu, from
hypoallergenic to down, will ensure a good night’s sleep, which you’ll need after a
hard-partying night out on the town.
SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills Amenities:
• 297 rooms. Wireless Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Fitness center. Pool. Spa. Business center. Pets accepted.