SLS Beverly Hills Luxury Hotel Owned By Sam Nazarian – Now For Sale

According to a Bloomberg story, famous restaurant and nightclub owner Sam Nazarian, has listed his luxury hotel – SLS Beverly Hills for sale. Located near world famous Rodeo Drive, the hotel offers its guests the ultimate VIP experience.

The luxury Beverly Hills boutique hotel offers 297 beautifully decorated rooms and suites designed by Philippe Starck. The rooms are a mix of ultra-modern plus classic elegance. The hotel offers seven lifestyle suites that come equipped with personal gym equipment in addition to two hypoallergenic Pure Rooms.

The luxury hotel property has two signature restaurants run by Chef José Andrés.. The Bazaar offers an amazing fine dining experience that’s located in an indoor piazza that was also designed by Philippe Starck. Tres is the second luxury restaurant at SLS Beverly Hills and serves delicious tasting comfort food.

Sam Nazarian is founder and chief executive officer of SBE Entertainment Group LLC, which is the parent company of SLS. Nazarian was quoted, “We are confident the SLS Beverly Hills will sell for more than $210 million if you look at how the property is performing, the possibility to add on development to the existing hotel and the revitalization of that neighborhood.”

Sounds like there are current talks with three interested buyers about buying another the SLS property – the SLS Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach, Florida. Putting these two hotel properties up for sale is a focus by the company to target more on its management operations and capitalize on the gains from its real estate investments. Another property is located in Las Vegas – SLS Las Vegas Resort.

The sale of the SLS Hotel South Beach could close this summer and bring a price of approximately $126 million.

It’s not known what the selling price is for the SLS Beverly Hills, but there’ speculation it could be listed for over a whopping $200 million.

Nazarian feels the timing is right, “Our strategy is to move to the asset-light model,” he said. “The market is very hot right now. L.A. is trailing some of the bigger cities like New York and Miami, but it is recovering nicely. And Miami is as hot as it can be.”

Read more: Bloomberg




Enjoy Mother’s Day in Beverly Hills with Luxurious Dining and Spa Experiences

Beverly Hills sign
Courtesy: Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills has long been one of the world’s most sought-after locales. Beverly Hills is a premier vacation and business travel destination, offering terrific weather year-round, acclaimed full-service and boutique hotel accommodations, sumptuous dining and incomparable shopping.

If you want an over-the-top idea for that perfect Mother’s Day gift, then look no more. Beverly Hills is rolling out luxurious dinning and spa experiences for that special mom.

Celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 12, in Beverly Hills, where your mom can be pampered with specials at spas, restaurants, shops and hotels while enjoying time alone or with friends and family. Beverly Hills, a city that is famous for unparalleled luxury, celebrity chef dining and year-round sunshine, has something for every mom.

Here’s a sample of the many incredible Mother’s Day experiences that are available. You can learn more by visiting: www.lovebeverlyhills.com/event-detail/Mothers-Day-in-Beverly-Hills-2013

Dining Options

Treat mom to a luxurious rooftop brunch at Livello at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills. Dine on an innovative menu while enjoying live entertainment and breathtaking views of the city. An old-fashion photo booth allows guests to take home a photo keepsake for lasting memories. 11am – 3pm; $85 per person, add $25 for unlimited mimosas, bellinis or bloody marys.

Take mom to a festive champagne brunch at On Rodeo Bistro & Lounge at Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel. Mother’s Day will be the unveiling of a new Sunday champagne brunch on the rooftop of the Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel and the first time the rooftop will be open to the public. The event will feature delectable brunch favorites and live entertainment. 10:30am – 2pm; $55.95 per person includes bottomless mimosas, $29.95 per child.

Offer mom decadence at The Belvedere at The Peninsula Beverly Hills with a three course brunch that ends with a dessert buffet. 11am – 9pm; $125 per person includes free-flowing Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne, $45 per child.

Enjoy a three course Mother’s Day brunch or lunch at THE Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel. Brunch is served from 9:30am – 12pm; $55 per person. Lunch is held from 12pm – 5pm; $70 per person. Glass of champagne included. All moms will receive a complimentary homemade jam to take home.

Let Chef Alex Stratta cater to mom at Scarpetta with a Mother’s Day feast featuring an assortment of dishes from breakfast favorites to Italian-inspired vegetable and meat dishes. Complimentary children’s activities will be held in nearby Beverly Canon Gardens. 10:30am – 3pm; $95 per adult, add $22 for bottomless mimosas or bloody marys, and $35 per child.

In the evening, Parq Bar at Montage Beverly Hills offers a Mother’s Day dinner. Dine on a special four course menu created by Executive Chef Gabriel Ask with indoor or outdoor seating adjacent to the lovely Beverly Canon Gardens. Live entertainment starts at 8pm. 4pm – 10pm; $70 per person.

For the ladies interested in indulging in a rooftop poolside lunch, The Conservatory Grill at Montage Beverly Hills gives moms a complimentary glass of chilled rosé and a rose to take home.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Crustacean and three generations of mothers, thanks to owners and chefs, the An family. Known for their signature roasted crab and garlic noodles, Chef Mama An is creating a special entree and offering a complimentary dessert for all moms. 5pm – 10pm.

Toast to mom at Bouchon’s Mother’s Day brunch or dinner. Moms receive a complimentary glass of Moët Champagne served with Moët macarons. Brunch is from 10am – 3pm, dinner is served from 5pm to 10pm. Meanwhile, Bar Bouchon will feature $2 oysters and Bouchon Bakery will be serving Heart TKOs (Thomas Keller Oreos), Chocolate and Vanilla Truffles, Cassis and Passion Fruit Macarons and Chocolate Long Stem Strawberries.

For those looking for a non-traditional brunch, Tanzore holds a Mother’s Day champagne brunch with live music and an Indian and Indo-Chinese menu including 22 dishes to choose from and an elaborate dessert display. 11:30am – 3:00pm; $42 with champagne, $38 without champagne, $19 children and children under the age of five eat free.

For the chocolate loving mothers, Vosges Haut Chocolate hosts a chocolate tea party on Sunday, May 12 from 10am – 2pm; $25 per person. Enjoy a chocolate tea party with assorted café drinks, fresh baked pastries, chocolate sampling platter and cheese tasting.

Celebrate mom’s special day with a dinner menu specially designed by Chef Wolfgang Puck at CUT.

Treat your mom to dinner at Grill on the Alley and they will provide the gift. On Mother’s Day every mom will receive a $15 promotional certificate to use on her next visit!

Make this Mother’s Day even more memorable with a special brunch at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. The chefs are preparing a three course menu and every mother will receive a $25 dining card to come back in the next month. 11:30am – 3pm; $36.95 for brunch.

Say Happy Mother’s Day with a box of Sprinkles MOM cupcakes! This Mother’s Day, leave the baking to Sprinkles and give mom something that she’ll truly love. The MOM box features Dark Chocolate, Red Velvet, Vanilla and Lemon cupcakes. Available May 10 – 12.

Spa Packages

If mom’s quest is a beautiful new look, reserve a complimentary makeover by Youngblood at Spa Montage. Montage’s exclusive mineral makeup line, Youngblood, will have artists at Spa Montage from 12 – 6pm on Sunday giving makeovers for all mothers – complimentary.

Give mom the ultimate gift of relaxation with a Mother’s Day Getaway at Spa Montage. Delight in a day devoted to mom that includes a 60-minute massage, 60-minute facial, Montage Manicure and Pedicure, poolside lunch at the rooftop Conservatory Grill and all-day access to the pool and spa facilities. $565 per person. Lunch is received in a credit of $50. Or, give mom a lavish treatment targeted specifically to her needs:

• Spa MOMtage: Moms-to-be deserve to be pampered too! For the entire month of May, Spa Montage is helping alleviate the transition to motherhood, using botanical ingredients specifically designed to ease the effects of pregnancy with a pre-natal massage, and a Montage Manicure and Pedicure in the Nail Studio. Moms will receive a welcome beverage and leave with a special gift valued at $50. $325 each.
• Mother, Manicure and Mimosa: Treat your Mother on this special day to a Montage Manicure, while sipping on a Mimosa. She will also enjoy access to the rooftop pool, Fitness Center and Spa Montage facilities. $65 per person.
• Mommy & Me Spa: Mom knows any day is good if it includes bonding time with their daughter. This package, designed for children ages 5-12, includes a Montage Manicure and Pedicure and a Paintbox Manicure and Pedicure. Children will also receive a special hair braiding at Kim Vo Salon. $275.

For mothers in need of a Spa-Cation, let The Spa at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel pamper mom. This Mother’s Day when you book a Mani/Pedi in the Nail Bar. Mom will receive a complimentary glass of champagne, latte or cappuccino all while Pretty Woman plays during her treatment.

To book a Mother’s Day reservation in Beverly Hills – California, please contact us by using below form:




Celebrate the Winter Holidays and Ice Skate in Ritzy Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills ice skating rink
Ice Skating Rink – Visitors Bureau and the City of Beverly Hills

Who says you can’t celebrate Christmas in Southern California. Known for year-round sunshine and warm weather, Beverly Hills wants to celebrate the holidays with the city’s first ever full-scale, public ice rink.

Beverly Hills is a premier vacation and business travel destination, boasting beautiful weather year-round, acclaimed full-service and boutique hotel accommodations, sumptuous dining, and incomparable shopping.

The ice skating rink is located in the Golden Triangle, in front of the iconic Beverly Hills City Hall building. It will open on December 1, 2012 and close on January 6, 2013, providing entertainment throughout the season for both visitors and SoCal locals.

The ice skating rink will be open seven days a week. Hours are 12pm – 9pm Sunday through Thursday and between 12pm – 10pm Friday and Saturday.

Admission and skate rental is just $15 per adult and $11 per children under the age of 12, for an hour session.

In addition, Beverly Hills has planned a variety of festive, holiday activities and one-of-a-kind décor, plus holiday promotions throughout the season including special holiday dining menus, extended store hours and holiday events.

Executive Director of Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau Julie Wagner was quoted, “The holidays are one of the most exciting times of the year in Beverly Hills. This year with the debut of the ice rink, locals and visitors will be infused with holiday spirit and transported to a winter wonderland right in the middle of Los Angeles. After an hour long session, skaters can stroll into the Golden Triangle for some hot chocolate, holiday bites or to finish their shopping for the season.”

To learn more, please visit: www.lovebeverlyhills.com




Spa Montage at Montage – Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience

Spa Montage at Montage
Spa Montage at Montage

As the 2011 awards season is fast approaching, if you are looking for one of the best pampering experiences in Southern California, then consider Spa Montage at Montage Beverly Hills.

Spa Montage is located in the luxury Montage Beverly Hills hotel and is proud to offer The Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience for every beauty need.

Spa Montage at Montage is honoring the many Hollywood A-listers who will soon be preparing for their famous red carpet arrivals and exclusive celebratory parties.

So if you want to make a splash, turn heads and get red carpet ready, Spa Montage can offer you a customized Hollywood-inspired, treatment.

Spa Montage’s highly-skilled therapists are available to assist with your every need. They can also personally guide you on what the best treatment would be for your special look, just like Hollywood ’s elite.

The Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience package is valid from now until March 2011 and the Full day experience is priced from $1,050 per guest.
So take advantage of The Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience package, which includes:
* Four Spa Montage treatments as detailed below
* Four coordinating products so you are able to continue your “Red Carpet Ready” experience at home, compliments of Spa Montage
* All-day access to Spa Montage facilities and the rooftop pool
* A glass of champagne or anti-oxidant rich blueberry tea upon arrival

Spa Montage at Montage
Spa Montage at Montage

Select all of the below for The Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience, or choose the individual treatment that suits you best:

Diminished Lines and a Youthful Glow
A unique firming and contouring Connective Tissue Massage enhanced with a powerfully penetrating Oxygen serum, the Montage Anti-aging Facial (90 minutes) will help lead to immediate, photo-ready results. The Anti-aging Facial stimulates the production of Collagen and Elastin fibers from deep within, increasing skin tone and texture. Using non-invasive techniques and products, a marine mask hydrates, firms and lifts for vibrant results that include diminished lines and wrinkles, evened skin tone and a youthful glow. It’s best to receive this facial one day prior to an event. Guests will receive the Oxygenated Renewal Complex from Spa Technologies to bring out a youthful glow at home. ($320 if reserved as single treatment)

Tummy and Thigh Contouring
The Body Sculpting therapy (60 minutes) utilizes the targeted approach of Connective Tissue Therapy to assist the removal of cellular waste and fluid retention, while also alleviating discomfort. The slimming and contouring therapy can be customized to focus on the thighs for congestion or cellulite reduction, or on the abdomen for added benefit for the digestive system. A cool mud compress over the targeted area draws out impurities and encourages waste removal while improving the skin’s appearance. A cooling and fluid reducing gel leaves your skin light and revived. The Body Sculpting therapy is truly ideal for the day of or day prior to an event. Guests will receive the Anti Fluid Gel from Spa Technologies to achieve a slimming and “light legs” feeling even after their visit. ($205 if reserved as single treatment)

Beautiful Back and Arms
If you dare to bare, the Spa Montage Back Facial (60 minutes) will ensure a radiant glow. Two to four days prior to an event, relax on a warm table while enjoying a deep cleanse enhanced with a soothing body brush. Steam therapy lifts out impurities and an exfoliation ensues with organic nutrient followed by gentle extractions. The Clarisonic Body Brush provides a thorough cleanse, harnessing sonic technology proven to gently and effectively deep clean pores and loosen impurities Enjoy a muscle melting back massage, and an application of a warm, nourishing mask on your back, arms and elbows to detoxify and relax tired muscles while your Esthetician performs a luxurious foot massage. Finish with a toner and hydrating crème to leave your back feeling vibrant, healthy and red carpet ready. Guests will receive a Dry Body Brush to help stimulate the body’s lymphatic system to move impurities and cellular waste as needed. ($205 if reserved as single treatment)

Relaxed and Radiant Head-to-Toe
Ideal one day prior to an event or the morning of, the Elements of Earth Wrap (60 minutes) begins with a brief consultation with a Spa Montage therapist who personally customizes a body scrub and wrap utilizing a nutrient rich herbal apothecary of organic earth ingredients. Enveloped by a warm cocoon, you will absorb the earth’s elements while impurities are drawn out from within during a hypnotic scalp massage. The exfoliation and re-mineralization stimulates an increase in circulation and then stress and toxins are washed away with our Vichy Shower. The result: relaxed, radiant and ready for a night of photos and fun. Guests will receive the Tangerine Fig body crème from Red Flower—the hydrating lotion used at the end of the Elements of the Earth treatment—to maintain a radiant glow post-visit. ($205 if reserved as single treatment)

*It is recommended to book treatments over the course of 2-3 days

For additional information about The Ultimate Pre-Red Carpet Spa Experience at Spa Montage at Montage, please visit: http://www.spamontage.com/beverlyhills/




Ciel Spa Mother’s Day Mani / Pedi Package

Ciel Spa Vichy Shower - SLS Hotel
Courtesy of: Ciel Spa

Located in Beverly Hills – California, Ciel Spa is designed to defy conventional spas. Ciel Spa is committed to providing a highly intuitive and personalized experience in a sanctuary that rejuvenates the mind, body and soul.

Unlike traditional spa experiences found elsewhere, The Ciel Spa offers a luxurious environment that encourages its guests to move freely through the space and thoroughly enjoy the various treatments and services however they may desire.

Ciel Spa is proud to announce two exciting spa treatments: Mother’s Day Mani/Pedi package and a soothing Massage & Afternoon Tea.

These two are sure to provide customers with ultra-pampering.

* Mother’s Day Mani/Pedi package that’s followed by Jose Andres Pool Side Lunch.
– A Ciel Spa manicure and pedicure consists of exfoliation, a hydrating and aromatic soak and scrub, a relaxing and moisturizing massage and cuticle care with a finish of nail polish application.
– This wonderful Mother’s Day package will also include a pool side culinary experience that will be created exclusively for the SLS Hotels by world renowned chef, Jose Andres.
– Available M-F and priced at $120 (tax and lunch gratuity included) per person.

* 60 minute Ciel Spa relaxation Massage followed by Afternoon Tea at Tres
– This relaxing Ciel Spa massage package is followed by afternoon tea that will showcase traditional sweet and savory selections paired with a premium selection of distinctive teas and coffees served at Jose Andres’ Tres in the SLS Hotel.
– Available 7 days a week and priced at $126 per person.

Ciel Spa - SLS Hotel
Courtesy of: Ciel Spa

Ciel Spa features a collection of highly skilled therapists and aestheticians, as well as spa products from highly-regarded esthetician Ling Chang who selected Ciel as the only spa to carry her skin care line on the West Coast.

Ciel Spa offers six fully customizable treatment rooms that are equipped to accommodate any need.

In addition, Ciel Spa also offers a full-service hair and nail salon and co-ed lounge.

To schedule/reserve a gift certificate/package, please call Ciel Spa at 310-246-5560 or visit them online at: www.cielatsls.com




Spot A Celebrity At The Beverly Hilton Hotel

Beverly Hilton hotel

The Beverly Hilton is where you can walk to Rodeo Drive and Century City, and star gaze in sultry Hollywood.

Visit the Getty or LA County Museum of Art and picture postcard beaches are minutes away. LAX and Burbank/Bob Hope Airport are also minutes away. Beverly Hills is known for the world’s most famous zip code – 90210. The Beverly Hilton is a favorite retreat for the stars, or for those who appreciate being treated like one!

And the legend of the Beverly Hilton hotel is sure to grow with their $60 million elegant reinvention! It’s a new look that proudly builds on the hotel’s famed legacy.

You can unwind in any of the hotel’s large, comfortably appointed guestrooms featuring stylish cherry woods and rich, European textiles.

All the thoughtful in-room comforts are right at your fingertips; 42” Plasma flat screen TV’s; plush spa-style robes, L’Occitane bath amenities, down pillows, mini bar, business-minded work desk, high speed Internet, spacious balconies in 75% of the rooms.

Indulge in one of the hotel’s lavish Penthouse suites with dramatic city views, or experience the charm of our spacious cabana-style rooms surrounding our Aqua Star Pool, the largest in Beverly Hills.

The Beverly Hilton is definitely the place to see and be seen, at the corner of Santa Monica and Wilshire Boulevards.

Enjoy a complimentary town car service within a 3 mile radius of the hotel. Return to the hotel for award-winning exotic cuisine at Trader Vic’s.

For business or lavish entertaining, the hotel showcases nearly 55,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including the International Collection – home of the Golden Globe Awards.

Now go ahead, spoil yourself with a few simple words, ”Take me to the Beverly Hilton.”
Via: Hotels of the Rich & Famous

Sadly it was reported that pop superstar Whitney Houston died in a room at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on February 11, 2012.

The Beverly Hilton
9876 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Local #: (310) 274-7777
Fax #: (310) 285-1313




Highest Priced Mega-Mansion: William Hearst

The latest addition to the over $100 million property club, was once owned by William Randolph Hearst, the newspaper mogul . This $165 million estate is located in Beverly Hills. It was built in the 1920s, and featured in the film “The Godfather”.  This mansion has 29-bedrooms and three swimming pools, plus a movie theater.

Why do these mega-mansions continue to skyrocket in price?  Because a good one is so hard to find.   ”God’s not making any more land. ‘Trophy properties’ are a true microeconomy with much less supply than demand.”  Full article




Kurt Rappaport, A Very Wealthy Realtor

Kurt Rappaport

Realtor Kurt Rappaport is very well known in the Los Angeles area. Not only does he earn a huge income by being a co-owner of the swankiest and most exclusive boutique brokerages in the L.A., but Kurt also makes millions of dollars by personally listing and selling the luxurious homes of the very rich and famous in Los Angeles.

For those of us who don’t him by name, you’ll probably recall this. He sold his own huge house on Calle Vista Drive in Beverly Hills to Tom Cruise and Kate Holmes in April of 2007. The amount was a shocking $30,500,000.

So where did Kurt Rappaport and his wife end up? They purchased the enormous house owned by auto accessories and tire tycoon, Lawrence Kraines (Kraco).

It was on the market for almost a year, but the 12,981 s.f. mansion finally sold for $15,990,000. Nice discount off the asking price of $18,950,000.   Full article




Living in Beverly Hills … Cha-Ching

It’s a distinction that’s wonderful for current home owners. But if you’re thinking about buying a home in Beverly Hills, be prepared for the ultimate sticker shock. The city has once again been rated as the most expensive real estate market, according to Coldwell Banker’s recent annual survey. Full article