Beverly Hills Glamour at the SLS Luxury Collection Hotel

Think of a luxurious vacation to Los Angeles and images of sipping drinks poolside under the shade of a palm tree come to mind. The idea of extravagance and indulgence seem like second nature for such a trip and, at the 5-star SLS Luxury Collection Hotel in Beverly Hills, all of these expectations are met with ease.

Since it first opened in 2008 the hotel brought  class and sophistication to a city that expects nothing less, but a recent $22 million renovation brought it to a new level of opulence. Created with sleek angles, bold designs and decorated with custom-made art and furnishings, the SLS has the class and bold appeal expected from a Beverly Hills luxury hotel.

Designed with unique and quirky details at every turn (like a full-sized, horse-shaped lamp and statues of pigs with serving platters attached) guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience evenly matched with the reputations of the cities of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles.

Guest bedrooms are equipped with all the amenities — smart televisions, luxury bedding and either large soaking tubs or rainfall showers. Handmade, needle-point pillows adorn the beds so you can relax in style while enjoying the view of the city from your floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the city around you.

Pets are welcome and accessible rooms are available upon request. Along with usual amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and heated swimming pool, the hotel goes the extra mile with additional amenities like barber and beauty shop services, foreign currency exchange and video game availability.

Los Angeles is a foodie’s dream come true with a practically endless supply of world-class restaurants to choose from, but when staying at the SLS there is no reason to actually leave the hotel for an amazing epicurean experience. Guests can indulge in unique culinary creations at The Bazaar by world-renowned chef José Andrés. For added luxury, book a private dining experience at Tres or enjoy a meal that will intrigue your eyes as much as your taste buds with one-of-a-kind sensory creations at Somni.

And don’t forget that poolside cocktail — at Altitude, the rooftop pool deck, food and drinks by the pool take on a whole new meaning. It is a great place to grab some breakfast or lunch before soaking up that Southern California sun. Not only is the fare healthy and delicious, but the service is top-notch. Book a private cabana for some extra glamour. The pool stays open until 8 p.m. nightly, providing an excellent place to view the beautiful sight of the sun setting into the Pacific Ocean in the distance.