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Review: Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

by Fiona Stewart

Jul 8, 2025

© Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

July 2025

ARRIVAL/CHECK-IN: Nestled at the intersection of Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills offers a seamless blend of French elegance and California cool. From the moment you arrive, the hotel sets a refined tone, with sleek architecture, polished interiors and attentive service coming together to create a stay that feels both luxurious and effortlessly comfortable. Check-in is smooth and warmly professional, with staff offering a chilled bottle of water as you enter the striking lobby.

The space is modern yet welcoming, with dramatic lighting, plush seating and curated art pieces nodding to both Parisian flair and Hollywood glamour. It’s the kind of lobby you don’t mind lingering in.

© Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

GUEST QUARTERS: Guestrooms at the Sofitel are chic and sophisticated, with floor-to-ceiling windows bringing in ample natural light and views of the Hollywood Hills or the L.A. skyline. The beds are plush, dressed in crisp, white linens with soft down pillows that practically guarantee a restful night’s sleep. The marble bathrooms really stand out: spacious; spa-like; and complete with rainfall showers, Lanvin toiletries and thoughtful touches like lighted mirrors and a separate soaking tub in select rooms.

SERVICES/AMENITIES: The hotel’s spa offers a full range of treatments inspired by both French and California wellness philosophies. Dining at the hotel is refined; Esterel offers a breezy outdoor garden setting and a menu filled with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Breakfast here is a highlight, with buttery croissants, avocado toast with a California twist and fresh-pressed juices. Riviera 31 Lounge Bar, meanwhile, offers a chic spot for evening cocktails.

© Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

On  select nights it even transforms into a lively nightlife venue with live jazz or DJs, making it feel more like a hidden neighborhood gem than a typical hotel bar. Location-wise, Sofitel is ideally positioned … across the street from the Beverly Center for luxury shopping and within walking distance of some of L.A.’s most iconic restaurants, boutiques and beauty spots. It’s a prime launching pad for exploring Beverly Hills, West Hollywood and beyond without needing to get in the car every time you want to go somewhere.

TOP TAKEAWAYS:

  •  The gym was one of the best-equipped hotel fitness centers I’ve visited, featuring everything from treadmills and ellipticals to strength-training equipment and Peloton bikes. The space and natural light made it easy to stay motivated.
  • Service is consistently excellent. Whether it’s the concierge arranging a last-minute reservation, housekeep- ing texting to ensure everything works perfectly or valet staff greeting you by name, the attention to detail is noticeable without ever feeling intrusive.
  • For travelers seeking a sophisticated stay with international flair in the heart of Los Angeles, Sofitel delivers elegance, comfort and location in equal measure.

SOFITEL LOS ANGELES AT BEVERLY HILLS
8555 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
tel 310 278 5444

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