Mondrian Hotel
8440 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323.650.8999
mondrianhotel.com
This is minimalism, L.A., and the beloved Ian Schrager-Philippe Starck duo at its best. With soft white candles lighting the way to the rooms, the aroma of fresh orchids everywhere, and a copy of a Raymond Chandler mystery novel bedside, the appeal to its powerful clientele is obvious. For the most complete Mondrian experience, be sure to sample their myriad luxuries, all designed to fulfill your inner pleasure-seeker. Your day might start out with an Ocean Rose Facial and Thai Body Work at Agua, a spa whose Zen environment sets it apart from more assembly-line oriented locations. Arrange for dinner at Asia de Cuba during your stay, where you can indulge in selections from their unique brand of Asian-Latino fusion cuisine. After dinner, slip into your bathing suit and lounge in the outdoor pool where classical music plays underwater. Dry off and head upstairs to Skybar where, as a guest, entrance to the hottest bar in town is a sure thing, while even big studio execs get turned away. Lucky you.