Le Meridien at Beverly Hills

07/12/06

Luxuriousssssssssssssssssssss!!!

by newjerseydiva at Citysearch

Loved Le Meridien! Spacious room with a great work space! Brightly lit bathroom with plenty of counterspace, Japanese soaking tub that came up to my knees, and separate shower. Yes, there is a control panel which lets you turn all the lights on/off, control room temperature, set your alarm clock, and allows light up an electronic "Do Not Disturb" message on your doorbell. Bed was very comfortable and nice towels. Staff is extremely friendly, helpful, knowledgable, and courteous. Room service was good quality and prompt. Fitness center equipped with 2 treadmills, one elliptical trainer, one bike, weights, and some older model machines; towels and Arrowhead water available. There's a back elevator which brings you close to the gym so you don't have to walk across the lobby in your sweaty togs! Great location on Restaurant Row next to Morton's and across from Woo Lae Oak and Fogo de Chao. Within walking distance to the Beverly Center and the Beverly Connection (but who walks in LA?!?). The Grove, Whole Foods, Hard Rock Cafe, and Jerry's Deli are nearby. I would love to return!!!

• Pros: Amazing room and bathroom, great location, nice staff
• Cons: Room opened to a patio so everyone could easily see into room

07/03/06

A let down

by cutiekatie at Citysearch

I was excited to stay here for a romantic evening with my boyfriend, attracted to it's proximity and the pictures I have seen. But I have to say, those pictures lied. The lobby is decently attractive, although not spectacular. The room was dressed by someone with extremely cheesy taste, and the bathroom made me feel claustrophobic. Checking in and out seemed to take longer than usual, and the staff didn't seem very friendly. Our room also faced a very unattractive pool. I didn't mind it for the one night, but I wouldn't recommend staying here for much longer.

• Pros: Comfy bed, good for one night
• Cons: Too expensive, cheesy decor, small

06/11/06

Huge disappointment

by experienced at Citysearch

Their website is misleading: the lobby looks nothing like it is shown. Housekeeping is poor; staff is inconsistent and often indifferent. The furniture in my suite was nicked, scratched and even peeling off. There was a cigarette burn in one of the chairs and a red wine spot in the chaise lounge......all of this at suite prices of over 600/night. The only response was that they are planning a 40 million dollar renovation and would upgrade next time to a "suite". That's exactly what I had--a "suite." Since Le Meridien just became part of the Starwood Properties, they have a lot of renovation to do, especially a renovation of attitude. I could truly go on but in retrospect, it becomes laughable, except for the prices that were charged. I expected more by about five times...