Where to Stay in LA for (Nearly) Every Budget

1. Enjoy luxury at The Peninsula Beverly Hills

Out of all the hotels in Southern California, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is the only one to have received a Forbes Five Star rating and an AAA Five Diamond rating each year since 1993.

There are 195 guest rooms, which include 17 private villas and 38 suites. The villas are surrounded by lush tropical gardens. There are a total of six types of rooms and nine types of suites. The most basic accommodations, the Superior Rooms, are far from simple with custom-made furnishings, case goods, and carpeting. Choose a room with a king or two double beds. All have marble bathrooms, ergonomic work desks, seating areas, wireless internet, at least 40-inch LCD HDTVs, fully stocked minibars, and in-room safes. Rooms can include kitchenettes, sitting areas, fireplaces, private entrances, and/or whirlpools.

The property is pet friendly and your pooch can be pampered with beds, treats, and towels that are personalized. Reserve one of the 12 rooftop cabanas to get a spa treatment, dine, or just relax. Or you can make an appointment at the Peninsula Spa itself, which includes a 60-foot outdoor pool with heating. Dine at the Belvedere, which includes a terrace for dining al fresco, or have a Peninsula Afternoon Tea in the living room or get a drink in the club bar.

9882 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, Phone: 310-551-2888

2. Viceroy L’Ermitage

Viceroy L’Ermitage is among the finest luxury hotels in the area, combining the feel of a gracious urban residence and a private club.

Complimentary wireless internet is found across the property and guests get free local and toll-free calls. Pets weighing 50 lbs. and less are welcome and will even get pampered. Upon arrival, guests receive a welcome beverage and amenity, and there is nightly turndown service. Adjoining suites are available. All rooms have custom-designed furniture, a grand lounge and seating area, a runway-like dressing room, curated artwork, marble bathrooms, and private walk-out balconies featuring French doors along with basic amenities such as hairdryers, in-room bars, Nespresso machines, and bedside USB ports.

When visiting local landmarks, guests can take advantage of the complimentary car service. Stay on the property and head to the rooftop pool for 360-degree views or a private cabana. Work out in the fitness center or relax in the spa.

Families will appreciate the complimentary strollers, board games, books, bath and pool toys, and available babysitting services. Dine at Avec Nous, the hotel’s contemporary restaurant, which is inspired by a classic French bistro.

9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA, Phone: 310-278-3344

3. Relax by the pool at Hotel Angeleno

Enjoy scenic views and access to both Santa Monica and Beverly Hills from Hotel Angeleno which has a relaxing outdoor pool deck.

Perfect for a quick weekend or weekday escape, Hotel Angeleno offers stylish guest rooms.

Hotel Angeleno, 170 N. Church Lane, Los Angeles, California 90049, Phone: 310-476-6411

4. Hotel Figueroa

Hotel Figueroa is an upscale hotel in downtown Los Angeles.

Dating from 1926, its striking Spanish colonial style has been brought to its original beauty and to the 21st century with the latest technology and the full comfort modern guests expect. The hotel is located a short walk to sports and concerts at the Staples Center, LA Live, and LA's most prestigious theaters and museums.

The rooms and suites are plush and relaxed, decorated with original art and supplied with free Wi-Fi, iPads, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Suites also have sitting areas and coffeemakers, and upgraded suites feature wet bars, living rooms, terraces, or balconies. Guests enjoy a gourmet Mediterranean restaurant, a chic bar and lounge, a cocktail bar, an indoor pool, and a covered terrace.

939 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015, Phone: 213-627-8971

5. Hollywood Hotel

Hollywood Hotel is one of Los Angeles' quintessential overnight destinations, originally founded in 1903 by "Father of Hollywood" H.J. Whitley along the city's famed Hollywood Boulevard.

The hotel, which is known as the former residence of actor Rudolph Valentino, was reopened on Vermont Avenue in 1964, where it has played host to an extensive list of American and international actors, athletes, and celebrities.

Posh Californian architecture recreates vintage Old Hollywood splendor, from the hotel's custom-designed porte-cochère to its lushly landscaped pool and outdoor lounge. Decadent smoke-free guest rooms and suites offer decor such as private bathrooms with lighted vanities and prime amenities such as designer toiletries provided by Poggesi. Guests can dine at the hotel's continental breakfast buffet each morning or grab drinks at the inviting Route 66 Bar and Lounge, which serves up a variety of classic and modern cocktails.

1160 North Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029, Phone: 323- 746-0444

6. Petit Ermitage

Petit Ermitage is a fashionable all-suite hotel in West Hollywood, conveniently located near top area attractions such as the Museum of Contemporary Art and the famed Troubadour music venue.

The Moroccan-inspired resort, which is centrally located just three blocks off the city's famed Sunset Strip, creates a private, whimsical atmosphere for all of its guests, showcasing uniquely-decorated rooms decked out in original artwork and stocked with amenities such as L'Ermitage mattresses, Scandia bedding, and 618-thread-count Egyptian cotton linens. Upgraded rooms include the spectacular Master's Quarters suite, located adjacent to the hotel's rooftop garden lounge and European-style pool.

Other amenities include a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, a newly-renovated state-of-the-art gym, and the bohemian Butterfly Bar, known for its seasonal spirits menu.

8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA 90069, Phone: 310-854-1114

7. Life Is Good In Los Angeles Bed & Breakfast

Life Is Good In Los Angeles Bed & Breakfast offers privacy along with the comforts of home without any hassles like cleaning or cooking.

The separate suite has a private bathroom with fresh linens, lush towels, and a basket of complimentary luxury toiletries.

The king bed is incredibly comfortable and there is also a table with two chairs, a maker for coffee, hot chocolate, and tea, a microwave, and a fridge filled with complimentary juice, soda, and bottled water. Other amenities include wireless internet, central air-conditioning, cable TV, a DVD player, a writing desk, and street parking. There is a small private bedroom and private bath in the main house with a queen bed, desk, walk-in closet, armchair, coffee table, cable TV and DVD player, ceiling fan, central air, and fresh fruit. The suite’s sliding doors open onto the property’s lush garden. There is also a pool to cool off in and a range of seating areas in the sun and shade. There is even a romantic swing for two people and a BBQ. If you want, you can borrow a laptop, GPS, or local cell phone during your stay. There is also a washing machine and dryer you can use. The room rate always includes breakfast and you can opt for a three-course dinner if you want.

15216 Harstook St., Sherman Oaks, CA, Phone: 888-757-1926

8. Sanborn Guest House

The Sanborn Guest House appeals to holiday travelers as well as those on business trips by offering many amenities of home in one of the most charming residential neighborhoods of LA.

Each of the guest units has private bathrooms, TVs, wireless internet, ceiling fans, parking, private entrances, and queen beds. The guest suite adds a living room and sitting room. The suite in particular is very spacious and beautifully decorated.

The guest room is slightly smaller but still more than spacious enough for travelers to relax in and stretch out. The two accommodations can access the guest kitchen, which they share. This is fully stocked with pots, pans, and utensils along with everything you expect in a kitchen like a fridge, stove, oven, and sink plus a small table with chairs. The building is non-smoking, but smoking is permitted on the grounds or porches. Guests will find the garden to be very relaxing and the property is gated to stop outside disturbances from entering.

1005 ½ Sanborn Ave, Los Angeles, CA, Phone: 323-455-3910

9. SLS Beverly Hills

SLS Beverly Hills provides guests with a luxurious experience.

This luxury hotel has a boutique style and rooms feature designs from Philippe Starck. The 297 guest rooms and suites are incredibly modern with classic elegance. There are unique rooms, including six lifestyle suites that feature gym equipment for personal use and the two hypoallergenic Pure Rooms. All rooms have amenities like 40-inch Sony high-definition TVs with On Demand channels, a DVD/CD player, Bose radio and iPod docking stations, pillow-top beds with organic cotton or goose down, and oversized soaking tubs. When you want to relax and be pampered, book an appointment at the Ciel Spa or go for a swim on the roof-top Altitude Pool, which offers views of the ocean, the Hollywood Sign, and Los Angeles. On weekend afternoons, a DJ plays music at the pool. Use the lounge chairs or reserve a cabana.

Guests can use the 24/7 fitness center with its 2,500 square feet of space. Enjoy a meal from Chef Jose Andres and his team at the Bazaar with its indoor piazza. Or try Tres, also by Chef Andres, with its seclusion and sophistication, including books, fireplaces, and cozy nooks along with comfort food featuring a twist. Extra indulgences are available, including champagne, wine, and sweet treats.

465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, Phone: 310-247-0400