Catherine A. Montgomery

Review of avalon hotel

A hidden gem in the Beverly Hills/West Hollywood a...

A hidden gem in the Beverly Hills/West Hollywood area, at the edge of residential area, you will find this amazing boutique hotel. While it would appear that this is a cozy place, once you enter the front doors it is evident that it does not fit the description usually associated with "cozy".

The hotel is welcoming, elegant and artsy. The lobby is open, as you enter, there is an immediate view through the windows of their unique boomerang pool. There is cushioned seating in this window space, so you can just enjoy the view before diving in.

There is more cushioned seating near the check in desk (pool and street views), as well as some very interesting sculptures, abstract paintings and plantlife.

The pool dominates the middle of Viviane Restaurant - you may dine inside with views of bamboo trees or the pool, choose a table poolside or use one of the private cabanas that line the far side of the pool. Additionally, there are chairs and loungers that surround the pool area, and a very comfortable cloth couch, tables and globe lamp at the end of the pool. As you exit the pool area, a very bohemian retro place to sit and take in the sun.

It is a very well designed and artsy place, relaxing with comfortable rooms. each floor has different abstract works of art and vases with flowers.

Of note is that while there is street parking, however, valet is complimentary, no validation or payment is required. It is very conveniently located within walking or bicycle distance (ask or reserve bicycle at front desk) to shopping and other conveniences such as pharmacy and other services.

There is also a fitness and wellness center here.

I found my stay here quite invigorating and pleasant. Excellent friendly service, they are very accommodating and willing to provide whatever it is you need to make your stay a pleasant one.

Even if you are not going to stay at hotel, a must is visiting the restaurant Viviane. I so look forward to my next visit!