This is a gem of a hotel in a great LA neighborhood. The rooms are well appointed and quiet. The staff was terrific, accommodating and friendly. Every employee without exception made me feel like I was at home. This particular Kimpton felt more like a high end apartment building than a hotel, which makes sense as it is surrounded by luxury apartment houses. I particularly liked the manager's afternoon wine hour and the small but hip swimming pool area. Be sure to enjoy a glass of wine by the outdoor fireplace. Members of Kimpton's frequent traveler program get a voucher for products from the minibar and free wireless Internet. Parking was a little pricey, but the valets were very attentive and prompt. Westwood is bit far from the usual tourist locations, to be sure, but the hotel is walking distance to terrific restaurants and a couple of "off the beaten path" locations. The Armand Hammer Art Collection is just a couple of blocks away. Also within very easy walking distance is Westwood Memorial Park, where Marilyn Monroe rests in a rose colored crypt.
- Kimpton Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Kimpton
