My hOtel: Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

There was indeed and a significant amount over the months that preceded my stay.

Oh God yes – not just the hotel’s social media team, but also (and especially) its Marketing Director (the fab @luxehotelier) who was delighted to have me stay.

Indeed – all small little things that really made for an incredible stay.

The lobby at Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

The Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is a classic hotel, and decorated in a very classic style – chic but not over the top. Lovely, really.

As I walked in the hotel, I was welcomed by Greg Velazquez, Director of Marketing and Manolo Christ, the Director of Guest Services. I was quickly checked-in at the desk and escorted to my room by Manolo. It was quick, efficient and painless.

Absolutely, and this happened throughout my (sadly) short stay. It was quite interesting that people knew my name at the bar.. more on that later.

I did indeed – from a deluxe to a beautiful suite with great views over the city.

In true Four Seasons style, everything and everyone was fantastic. If there is something that sets this chain apart from others, I have to say, it is the consistency of the service. Everyone smiles, tries to genuinely help – no one is indifferent.

Well, we had packed for months, really, and the luggage was taken to our room after we checked-in. We were asked if we needed help unpacking, which we declined.

Basic WiFi is free to registered guests and easy to log in with your room number and surname. It didn’t kick us out throughout our stay, which is always a nice plus. There is an option to purchase high-speed wi-fi.

My beautiful Executive Suite

Our room was lovely – the décor is classic and a bit old Hollywood, but it was perfect for the location. We had a lovely living room with a balcony, a compact but very comfortable bedroom and a great bathroom. I noticed that the bathroom was not ‘inside’ the bedroom, but then there was light. This is LA, you are bound to entertain people in the suite.. why would you want them to go through your private bedroom?

Well well well… I have to say that I got an amenity and a half. Greg (oh Greg, no other hotel will ever compare to this) knows I love lychee cocktails. The whole world knows. But what did Greg and the team do? Set up all the ingredients so that Mr. O could mix us the ‘Mrs. O Lychee Cosmo’. We also had some chocolate – everything you see is edible. Lovely indeed.12pm was a bit early to get started on the cocktails, so we waited until after 5pm – wasn’t easy to resist, but it was the right thing.

Was great. Uber comfortable and the pillows were to die for. Can’t fault it in any way.– Closet/Wardrobe – proper hangers or those annoying ones where you need a PhD to get them out one by one? This is a personal pet peeve of mine. I can’t stand them.

Yes, for iPhone 4 and we also had an iPad, where we could access all the hotel’s services. I didn’t play with it too much – I had to leave some things for when I go back.

Of course.

To be honest, I didn’t check – as I said before, it is something that really doesn’t matter to me. I am pretty sure I could call and get it sent over anytime. I only had eyes for the ‘Mrs. O’s lychee cosmo’.One thing I love, is a balcony – makes a huge difference to me. And we had some great views!

Yes indeed, and replenished at turn-down service.

Quite a few options and quite readable – Travel + Leisure, Town & Country and Angeleno. Sadly, I didn’t have time to read any.

We didn’t have problems finding sockets near the bed.

Smart classic bathroom with a great shower and Bulgari amenities

Again, in a classic style and very spacious. We had both a bath and a shower, which looked very inviting.– Bath, shower and taps – I am looking for Duravits and Hansgrohes (or other fab brands) around the world. How fab was the shower? And a little pet peeve.. was I able to operate the shower without asking Mr. O for help?

Lovely and soft. And plenty.

On this occasion, we had Bulgari toiletries which is always a nice touch.