Stay cool this summer with the newest offerings from L.A.’s top hotel pools.
Try the new cabana menu at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
1. SIXTY Beverly
Hills Marvel at a 360-degree view of the L.A. cityscape from the scenic rooftop of SIXTY Beverly Hills. Visitors can gather to sunbathe and socialize beside the pool complete with fireplaces, hanging wicker chairs, inventive drinks and delicious food offerings. As part of the Umbrella Swim & Social Club, the Umbrella Hospitality Group team has curated a slate of programming that includes monthly Saturday silent discos; weekly Wednesday poolside movie nights; and a variety of wellness activities, from rooftop yoga to sound baths. sixtyhotels.com
2. Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Tan, rest and recover poolside at this urban oasis in the heart of Beverly Hills. With plush gray lounge chairs and standard, large and deluxe cabanas—complete with a complimentary bottle of prosecco, still and sparkling water, and a fruit platter—available to rent any day of the week, there’s no better place to bask in the sun. The new cabana menu has every meal covered, with snack, brunch, lunch and dinner options such as an L.A. omelet, ancient grain bowl and Cali burger—plus cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and kids’ items. fourseasons.com
SIXTY Beverly Hills will host the Umbrella Swim & Social Club PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
3. The Hollywood Roosevelt
Head over to the historic Hollywood hotel to lounge in palm tree-shaded cabana rooms with tropical cocktails. Known for its longtime ties to old Hollywood, the hotel is celebrating summer with events and activations themed around Le Trop, inspired by the golden age. Take a quick dip to admire David Hockney’s infamous mural on the bottom of the Tropicana Pool—which is hosting Tuesday summer movie nights. Dress up in the film’s theme and you’ll receive a free cocktail, or spring for some Le Trop branded merchandise. thehollywoodroosevelt.com
4. Shutters on the Beach
Appreciate the beauty of the California coastline from Shutters on the Beach’s pool and jacuzzi with a view. Located directly on the Santa Monica beach and boasting an all-white ambiance, the hotel’s pool deck serves refreshing treats like frosé, fruit plates and ice cream pops—which guests can enjoy from their own private cabanas or comfy chaise lounge chairs, all while gazing at the Pacific Ocean. A new kids camp will keep children entertained. shuttersonthebeach.com
Shutters on the Beach’s pool deck. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
5. Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles
Though Downtown L.A. is best known for its action and liveliness, this urban oasis is a relaxing retreat for citygoers looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Guests of the rooftop can enjoy tacos and street food-inspired fare from lounge Upstairs, expertly crafted cocktails and summer beats from some of the city’s best DJs—all with a stunning metropolitan backdrop. acehotel.com/los-angeles
6. Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Sleek and contemporary, this Beverly Hills destination with dining by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges is the perfect place to cool down and admire the L.A. skyline. New pool offerings include the La Prairie day escape package, which includes a 60-minute Swedish massage for up to four people as well as access to the state-of-the-art fitness facilities with Technogym equipment, and the luxe pool and cabanas—with complimentary fresh fruit and Champagne. waldorfastoriabeverlyhills.com
7. The Langham Huntington
Discover Pasadena’s hidden paradise at the hotel’s centerpiece pool, which features pink-petaled trees and dining options from Hideaway bar. The eatery— complete with a lovely patio— rolled out a new summer menu with fresh, lighter fare. Pair creative salads with slushy summer cocktails served in custom pink glasses. S’mores kits can be roasted by the fire pits; and tennis, lawn games and kids activities are also offered. langhamhotels.com
8. The Beverly Hills Hotel
Follow the palm trees to one of L.A.’s most well-known poolside destinations for celebrities and VIPs. Enjoy this iconic Beverly Hills hot spot by lounging in one of 11 recently renovated private cabanas, complete with furnishings in the hotel’s signature pink. Poolside beverages and food—including the iconic McCarthy salad—are available at The Cabana Café, and a new poolside summer movie series features films shot at the iconic hotel. dorchestercollection.com
9. Hotel Figueroa
Shaded by 80-year-old cactuses, the historic coffin-shaped pool at this urban retreat is the perfect Downtown L.A. hideaway. Enjoy cocktails paired with Mediterranean and modern Italian bites from La Casita; explore the property’s new art exhibit, The Emergence; or learn the art of synchronized swimming during an eight-week pop-up series by performance company Aqualillies. hotelfigueroa.com
Retreat to Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
10. Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
Located right across the street from the Pacific Ocean, this upscale property spans 5 acres north of the Santa Monica Pier. Take a pool break and enjoy seasonal cuisine from FIG Restaurant or sushi at Soko, then catch a favorite flick with the return of the hotel’s summer poolside cinema series, screening films from Encanto to Frozen. fairmont-miramar.com
11. West Hollywood EDITION
Dine and dip with panoramic views from the Pacific to DTLA at this serene West Hollywood rooftop pool and restaurant where chef John Fraser puts a unique spin on Southern California Mexican cuisine. The Roof’s new all-day menu includes vegetarian takes on traditional dishes like al pastor carrot tacos and yucca fries, as well as Latin and tropical-inspired cocktails. editionhotels.com
The starry pool at The Beverly Hills Hotel. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
12. 1 Hotel West Hollywood
Soak in the sun and admire the skyline from the pool at this elegant and environmentally friendly WeHo favorite. Congregate in the nature-inspired woven chairs or play poolside games like Rummikub or backgammon. New for summer is The 1 Hotel Taco Stand—a poolside pop-up celebrating fresh local ingredients with a crab and avocado tostada, chicken tinga tacos and more. 1hotels.com
13. Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
This first-class Beverly Hills destination has a stunning pool to match. This summer, sample The Pool Bar & Café’s new menu items like aguachile, Japanese hamachi and fish tacos, or the pop-up poolside restaurant, Tasca. Update your wardrobe with fun vegan products from the poolside pop-up shop Carmen Sol, which turned the jelly into a sustainable luxury lifestyle brand. fourseasons.com
14. Hotel Bel-Air
Since 1946, Hotel Bel-Air’s signature circle pool has been a popular place for Angelenos and visitors to unwind in style. While surrounded by classic palm trees and shaded by staple pink umbrellas, guests can enjoy Wolfgang Puck’s five-star cuisine and hourly refreshments such as frozen grape skewers and chocolate-dipped banana coins. dorchestercollection.com
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