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The Peninsula Beverly Hills
A classic Beverly Hills retreat with personalized monogrammed pillows, lavish marble baths, and rooftop dining.
Exceptional · Deep coverage · read from 23 sources · 111 traveler insights
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The Peninsula Beverly Hills delivers traditional luxury near Rodeo Drive, complete with rooftop pool dining, Italian marble bathrooms, and signature monogrammed pillows. Guests consistently praise the exceptionally comfortable king beds and the mezze-heavy dishes at The Belvedere. However, at rates topping $1,100 a night, visitors regularly cite frustrating omissions like the lack of in-room Nespresso machines alongside occasional delays with housekeeping requests. 201131
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What travelers noticed
- Beds are universally described as remarkably comfortable, featuring plush linens and thoughtful personalized initials on the pillows. drawn from the full read
- Dining at The Belvedere and The Roof Garden draws high marks for both atmosphere and standout dishes like charred octopus and monkfish osso bucco. 116
- The South Santa Monica Boulevard setting earns praise for being quiet yet within an easy walk of top shopping destinations. 11915
The catch
- Some guests marvel at lavish marble bathrooms that feel larger than New York apartments, while others call them dated with only a single sink and fusty Oscar de la Renta amenities. 11617
- While upper-level terraces offer sweeping vistas of Century City and downtown, lower-floor rooms can look out directly onto unattractive local streets. 118
Who it's for
- — Shoppers wanting easy access to Rodeo Drive
- — Travelers seeking classic luxury and personalized touches
- — Guests who enjoy rooftop pool dining and skyline views
Skip it if
- — Budget-conscious travelers wary of four-figure nightly rates
- — Guests who expect a standard in-room Nespresso machine
- — Modernists seeking ultra-contemporary bathroom hardware
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youtube.com0:08“the setting at the rooftop bar is luxurious but still relaxed and with both great service and a great view of all of Los…”
youtube.com0:22“open from early breakfast to dinner and the menu at the Terrace is almost endless”
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How the 94/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
97read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The Peninsula is a tech-focused hotel company, so you'll find the best here in terms of TV, seamless WiFi, state-of-the-art telephones, and bathroom technologies.” 6
- “The elegant marble bathrooms-larger than some apartments-feature both soaking tub and shower, plus the softest bathrobes imaginable.” 17
Food
88read from 11 sources · Solid coverage
Location
95read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The Roof Garden is a must-visit. Located right next to the outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, this casual restaurant has outstanding views of downtown L.A. in one direction, Century City in another and the Hollywood Hills completing the set.” 8
- “"The location was absolutely perfect - an easy walk to everything we needed, making it an excellent home base for the area."” 22
Room
95read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Service
95read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The dinner wait staff at Belvedere couldn't be more attentive and animated. (The waiter/actor factor in LA ensures meals are lively).” 6
- “The friendly staff really perfects a stay at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. Above and beyond is the norm here, where an old-school commitment to service makes you feel welcome.” 8
Bed & Sleep
97read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Then I see the beautiful 'HH' initials on the pillow. It is a lovely touch, one of many that Peninsula Hotels do so well and why they are held in such high regards by their loyal guests.” 1
- “It was still dark when I arrived, and I'd advised the hotel beforehand that I wanted to go straight to sleep. Normally a hotel would have provided turndown service based on this information, including drawing the curtains and turning down the bed, but this hadn't been done.” 11
Where it is, how to reach it
9882 S Santa Monica Blvd
Beverly Hills, California
90212 USA
Details checked 2026-09-02
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On par with what $$$ usually buys
Scores 2 points above the upscale median of 92, across 298 hotels in the same bracket. In Los Angeles it sits 10 points above the local median of 84.
Price bracket
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Upscale
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- 94
- Bracket median
- 92
- Index median
- 86
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
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Bed & Sleep
77
Room
70
Bathroom
68
Food
67
Service
65
Value
58
Location
51
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Service33 mentions · 1 filmed
- “I'll give props to: the clean room, the concierge, the towncar service, the servers at The Belvedere, and the valets” 7
- “The Peninsula Beverly Hills is a strong choice for travellers who want a calm, elegant base in Los Angeles with a genuine focus on service.” 22
- “I went to check in, informing them I just came from the airport and had a massage scheduled in 15 minutes. My room wasn't ready, but front desk said it'd be quick. I go back to them 10 minutes later and they tell me "to be honest...the guests just checked out and it's going to take a while"” 7
- “Some rude staff too - upstairs - (higher ups = rude, lower downs = kind).” 7
- “Thanks to its attentive staff that discreetly caters to the rich and famous, its status as a luxury Hollywood destination has been steady since its opening in the early '90s.” 23
- “The Peninsula is known for excellence and they deliver on service. We were quickly greeted by friendly staff when we arrived, our luggage was efficiently whisked away to be sent to our room and the time spent checking in was minimal.” 20
- “Plus, once we moved rooms and I did request a Nespresso machine, it was brought with bottled water, but without any espresso pods. An espresso maker without the coffee-so much for personalization.” 11
- “At the Peninsula, it's about the best service, the most elegant rooms and the most polished experience in town.” 14
- “The rooftop pool at this Beverly Hills icon impresses with cabanas, skyline views over Century City, and lush gardens of palms and jasmine-matching the hotel's white-glove, meticulously personalized service throughout.” 2
- “I have only ever stayed at BHH and now Peninsula- and I found the service to be much better at Peninsula. The staff were kind and very relaxed.” 7
- “During recent wildfires, evacuated residents arrived with pets in tow and found staff ready to help without hesitation.” 13
- “I asked for a few housekeeping items through the tablet and no one came for 30 minutes...I called...no one came for another 30 minutes...then I chatted them...finally I got what I needed...3 separate groups of attendants came knocking throughout the day. We ended up with 8 bottles of water, 4 dental kits, and 2 hair brushes lmfao” 7
- “Water was abundant in the room and service was quick, should I have needed anything.” 7
- “The dinner wait staff at Belvedere couldn't be more attentive and animated. (The waiter/actor factor in LA ensures meals are lively).” 6
- “As it was night time, the driveway fairy lights were lit and we were quickly greeted by attentive bellman, and a beautiful foyer centred with a stunning flower display.” 20
- “"The rooms were comfortable, and the staff were pleasant and courteous."” 22
- “The friendly staff really perfects a stay at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. Above and beyond is the norm here, where an old-school commitment to service makes you feel welcome.” 8
- “The staff were kind and very relaxed.” 7
- “What stood out is the car service offered to guests that will drop off and pick up around a 3-4km radius. In a Rolls-Royce no less. This is the ultimate rock star treatment to take you to Rodeo Drive or the many dining options in Beverly Hills.” 20
- “the setting at the rooftop bar is luxurious but still relaxed and with both great service and a great view of all of Los Angeles and its environments” On camera30:22
- “Not to mention the gold star butler service - they come to pour your tea, refill your champagne, everything you could need.” 21
- “Whether it is the white-gloved doorman, the valet, the masseuse, the restaurant server or the bar staff, every single person helps create a warm and friendly environment that makes you feel at home.” 1
- “I had a really good experience at the Peninsula BH recently. I have only ever stayed at BHH and now Peninsula- and I found the service to be much better at Peninsula.” 7
- “Every service touchpoint from there was over-the-top in the best possible way, and my quiet garden view allowed for the most restorative sleep I've had all year.” 6
- “From its power position in the heart of Beverly Hills (it never hurts to be next to CAA headquarters, after all) to its relaxed rooftop pool setting, to two of the best restaurants in town, the staff at the Peninsula Beverly Hills never makes a false step.” 6
- “The upstairs food and beverage program is a shitshow at the peninsula. Incomprehensible to me that a "luxury" hotel does some of the things they do - for example, when you order espresso, they serve you pod "espresso". Like a nespresso pod. Huh?? Some rude staff too - upstairs - (higher ups = rude, lower downs = kind).” 7
- “Don't be afraid to ask for upgrades. They are so accommodating at this particular Peninsula that they'll happily oblige if space allows. I speak from experience.” 6
- “Had the same check in issue at Chicago Peninsula last time too. Informed arrival ahead of time but room was not ready so unsure of the flexible check in/out policy.” 7
- “The Peninsula is known for excellence and they deliver on service.” 20
- “The pool staff is effortlessly friendly and efficient - in fact, we would say that the service throughout the hotel, is its stand-out point, kudos to the team here.” 4
- “"Lovely, helpful staff. The location is surprisingly quiet yet just minutes from the shops. The room felt luxurious with nice personal touches."” 22
- “"From the moment a white-gloved valet opens the doors, the entire experience unfolds like an ode to the kind of living only royalty should have...but every guest is treated like royalty."” 2
- “I brought up a couple of the issues at check-out (albeit probably too casually) and got an "oh no...I'll pass this on, sorry about that." No follow-up since” 7
Value4 mentions
- “I have experienced similar disappointment at peninsula in Chicago recently... peninsula hotels in the US are pretty bad in general... price service level does not match nowadays for this brand... it used to be different” 7
- “At $125 per person, this isn't a casual affair, but that's the cost of cosplaying as an heiress for 90 minutes.” 18
- “Recent guests describe the hotel as "stunning," but at a price: room rates here are expensive.” 23
- “Beverly Hills accommodation is not cheap but you get what you pay for. The décor and the facilities make it worthwhile.” 20
Room17 mentions
- “The view of the fountain was somewhat obscured by trees, but I still definitely preferred it to the ugly street view of the other room.” 11
- “Because the hotel was in the process of renovating some of its higher category rooms, no upgrade was available, and I was given a room on the 4th floor that faced east, onto a local street. This was the rather disappointing view I saw later that day:” 11
- “Best of all are the bathrooms. Even in a basic room category, the lavish marble set-ups are bigger than most NYC apartments.” 6
- “"The room felt luxurious with nice personal touches."” 22
- “The closets are spacious, with enough room to leave your suitcase and plenty of hangers so you can fully unpack. There is a small dresser within the closet to give you more space for your things.” 8
- “Even more frustrating, there is no coffee maker in the room at all. It's pretty much become standard at luxury hotels to at least offer a Nespresso machine, and better hotels provide both a Nespresso machine and a tea kettle, so that tea drinkers don't have to have coffee-infused hot water.” 11
- “The Belvedere has a beautiful terrace setting as well as charming indoor area.” 20
- “"I felt like royalty in my Grand Beautiful Room with fine views - every sunrise was a masterpiece."” 22
- “The ground floor space is named The Living Room, an appropriate title for a room filled with opulent velvet sofas and two giant fireplaces.” 18
- “The king-sized bed is like sleeping on a cloud and I love the elegant marble bathroom, user-friendly work desk and, most of all, I love opening the French doors to look out over the fountain below, and listen to its happy gurging.” 1
- “We did not get the sofa bed we asked for during turndown. We asked for it to be made and a houseman came to open it up, saying someone would be back later to make the bed. We had to chat them and it was finally done an hour later...?! Also, turndown should have been done while we were out since we booked a 7:15pm town car” 7
- “The Living Room at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills is my absolute favorite so far in Los Angeles for their traditional and inclusive high tea experience.” 21
- “The spacious guest rooms have numerous five star features, such as a bedside electronic control panel for setting the lights, room temperature and privacy preferences.” 19
- “I stayed in a deluxe room (#209) that was quiet and a little dark (in a good way), overlooking palm fronds.” 6
- “It has contemporary interiors with a recently added Terrace, which is a gorgeous alfresco area with a tangle of treillage giving a lovely splash of green, French limestone fountains and an outdoor fireplace.” 1
- “There were no bottles of water in the room and we had to request a tea set up. They delivered a kettle and tea bags...without the mugs” 7
- “The 194 guest rooms have a floral decor that isn't for everyone, and the management may think it's too pedestrian to have in-room coffeemakers, but at these rates the lack of an Italian espresso machine seems like an oversight.” 15
Bed & Sleep2 mentions
- “Then I see the beautiful 'HH' initials on the pillow. It is a lovely touch, one of many that Peninsula Hotels do so well and why they are held in such high regards by their loyal guests.” 1
- “It was still dark when I arrived, and I'd advised the hotel beforehand that I wanted to go straight to sleep. Normally a hotel would have provided turndown service based on this information, including drawing the curtains and turning down the bed, but this hadn't been done.” 11
Food11 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The upstairs food and beverage program is a shitshow at the peninsula. Incomprehensible to me that a "luxury" hotel does some of the things they do - for example, when you order espresso, they serve you pod "espresso".” 7
- “The upstairs food and beverage program is a shitshow at the peninsula. Incomprehensible to me that a "luxury" hotel does some of the things they do - for example, when you order espresso, they serve you pod "espresso". Like a nespresso pod. Huh??” 7
- “I am very happy with breakfast, and so enjoy the space it almost turns into brunch.” 1
- “The garden is a a calm oasis and a classic option for lunch and cocktails. Our favorite experience is the afternoon tea. You'll want to order the tiered sandwich and petit fours just for the presentation.” 14
- “Whether you're enjoying afternoon tea with a beautiful harp accompaniment, watching an expert mixologist create a magical cocktail for you, dipping in the rooftop pool or sampling the delectable French cuisine in the Belvedere restaurant, this is high living at its finest.” 19
- “The dining is top-notch, the rooftop pool is an A-list playground, and the spa uses massage oils infused with diamonds.” 15
- “The Belvedere has a beautiful terrace setting as well as charming indoor area. This is one of the two options for breakfast dining (also offers dinner) and serves excellent a la carte dishes.” 20
- “The mezze-heavy menu begins with fattoush salads and Greek-inspired taramasalata for dipping freshly baked pita and stars delicious lamb tagine and a monkfish osso bucco that I won't soon forget.” 6
- “open from early breakfast to dinner and the menu at the Terrace is almost endless” On camera30:32
- “"Nice old-world atmosphere, elegant and spacious rooms, and great food."” 22
- “Sip your tea of choice from a daintily decorated teacup while tiered trays of gold are served with delectable pastries, scones, and finger sandwiches.” 17
Location11 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The heated pool, spa, and generous rooms make it easy to relax without leaving the property, and the quiet location still puts you close to the city's attractions.” 22
- “The Peninsula is located in Beverly Hills on a rather unattractive four-lane stretch of Santa Monica Boulevard, near the busy intersection at Wilshire Boulevard.” 15
- “"The location is surprisingly quiet yet just minutes from the shops."” 22
- “Salons and beauty parlors dominate the immediate vicinity. There aren't many tourist attractions or nightlife spots nearby, but if high-end shopping is the goal, this is a good zip code to be in.” 15
- “The Roof Garden is a must-visit. Located right next to the outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, this casual restaurant has outstanding views of downtown L.A. in one direction, Century City in another and the Hollywood Hills completing the set.” 8
- “The heated pool, spa, and generous rooms make it easy to relax without leaving the property, and the quiet location still puts you close to the city's attractions. Just be ready for a premium price tag.” 22
- “The Peninsula Beverly Hills is in a great location on Santa Monica Boulevard, close to Rodeo Drive and Century City.” 1
- “the Roof Garden is an LA Oasis located on the fifth floor of the amazing the peninsula Beverly Hills just a short trip from Rodeo Drive but far enough to be a quiet and relaxing retreat in a lush and garden-like environment” On camera30:08
- “"The location was absolutely perfect - an easy walk to everything we needed, making it an excellent home base for the area."” 22
- “But frankly, the real L.A. lies just beyond the hotel's doors and the property's location puts you firmly at the centre of all the action.” 4
- “Located near Rodeo drive and other top shopping destinations, the Peninsula is very centrally located within LA.” 19
Bathroom5 mentions
- “At least there's a separate soaking tub, and not a bathtub-shower combination.” 11
- “The Peninsula is a tech-focused hotel company, so you'll find the best here in terms of TV, seamless WiFi, state-of-the-art telephones, and bathroom technologies.” 6
- “The elegant marble bathrooms-larger than some apartments-feature both soaking tub and shower, plus the softest bathrobes imaginable.” 17
- “Even the bath products, which are Oscar de la Renta, seem a bit fusty to me, although it's true that's what was used as well at The Peninsula Paris. I'd have gone with something more modern and preferably more natural or organic.” 11
- “The marble bathroom was described on the hotel's Web site as spacious, but it didn't seem spacious compared to The Peninsula Paris bathrooms, and certainly wasn't modern, with only one sink and only an old regular shower head, no rain shower.” 11
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Deep coverage · 59/100We read 23 sources for this property, and pulled 111 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-09.
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- 13The Best Room at... The Peninsula Beverly Hillstownandcountrymag.comReview site2025-12-14Recent2 quotes used
“During recent wildfires, evacuated residents arrived with pets in tow and found staff ready to help without hesitation.”
Read originaltownandcountrymag.com - 7Disappointing service at the Peninsula Beverly Hillsreddit.comForum thread2025-11-04Recent20 quotes used
“I'll give props to: the clean room, the concierge, the towncar service, the servers at The Belvedere, and the valets”
Read originalreddit.com - 15The Peninsula Beverly Hills Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-08-12Ageing5 quotes used
“The dining is top-notch, the rooftop pool is an A-list playground, and the spa uses massage oils infused with diamonds.”
Read originaloyster.com - 18The Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills - Reviewtheinfatuation.comReview site2022-01-21Ageing2 quotes used
“At $125 per person, this isn't a casual affair, but that's the cost of cosplaying as an heiress for 90 minutes.”
Read originaltheinfatuation.com - 14The Peninsula Beverly Hills - Galavante Travel & Lifestylegalavante.comReview site2021-04-21Ageing3 quotes used
“At the Peninsula, it's about the best service, the most elegant rooms and the most polished experience in town.”
Read originalgalavante.com - 4The Peninsula Beverly Hills, California, USA . Hotel review ...outthere.travelReview site2020-04-03Ageing3 quotes used
“High tea at the Peninsula Beverly Hills is all the rage. Scones, lemon curd and delicate smoked salmon sandwiches reminded us of home.”
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