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Los Angeles, California

If I could choose one place to stay every time I’m in LA, it would be Hotel Bel-Air. The history of Hotel Bel-Air dates back to the early 20th century, making it one of the most iconic and historic landmarks in Los Angeles. With it’s lush, tropical setting, it’s so easy to feel like I’ve escaped the city and found my way to a literal 12-acre pink paradise. With it’s exclusive & serene setting, this hidden gem is where discerning travelers and celebrities alike can maintain their privacy and unwind.

Part of the Dorchester Collection of luxury hotels, Hotel Bel-Air is one of 11 hotels worldwide, and one of only 2 in Los Angeles. The other being the fabulous Beverly Hills Hotels (another feature entirely)!

The hotel offers a range of luxurious rooms, suites, and private villas, each designed with elegant interiors and modern amenities, including cozy fireplaces. Other amenities include the always fantastic Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air outdoor restaurant as well as a spa and stately pool that has surely witnessed the most glamorous guests.

To add more intrigue, there is even a gorgeous, tranquil lake that meanders through the property and houses swans. Yes, actual, live swans. A stay here will cost at minimum $1,200 per night, but I can’t recommend it enough for a true elevated experience.

NYC, New York, USA

A favorite NYC stay is easily the Bowery Hotel

The location (2 blocks from East Village), the DECOR, the friendly teddy bear waiting in your suite – I love everything about this place. The moment you walk in you’ll notice the greenery, the dark lighting, the velvet details and rich colors. This hotel is so. effortlessly. cool. as are many of it’s regular patrons.

Stay a while…

The suites are all beautifully styled with their signature red and white bedding. Options range from the Bowery Queen suite (250 square feet) to the Penthouse Terrace Suite (650 square feet). Pricing starts around $570 per night, but honestly, the atmosphere really transports you to another time in NYC history and is so worth the splurge. The ground floor also boasts Gemma restaurant, an Italian Trattoria with rave reviews.

If the photos (courtesy of TripAdvisor) aren’t enough to convince you to consider the Bowery for your next NYC visit, maybe their Bowery Bear will do the trick. You can even take this cutie home (for a price, ofcourse)!