The Pool at L'ermitage Beverly Hills

"The rooftop pool area has glorious 360-degree views of the city and mountains, as well as cabanas and lounge chairs; the equally relaxing Living Room lounge is a perfect place for drinks and canapés in front of the fire"

"Enhance your relaxing stay with a green tea and ginger body wrap in the spa or a few hours of lounging by the rooftop pool"

"The rooftop pool has 360° views - both it and the small spa are for guests only, for added privacy"

"Enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop pool flanked by cabanas for extra privacy"

"The rooftop pool, with its teak chaises and panoramic views over the Hollywood Hills, is a scene unto itself; if you’re a VIP (or want to feel like one) book one of the two Moroccan-style cabanas, which come with stereos and drink-stocked fridges"

"800-year-old Chinese screens in hangout lobby and poolside, teak lounge on roof for power players"

""Known for discretion", this luxury Beverly Hills "hideout" is set in a converted apartment building on a "busy" "residential" street and features "great views" from the rooftop pool, a "fantastic" restaurant and "brilliant" service, including a complimentary driver from 10 AM–10 PM; sure, rates for the "spacious, beautiful" suites and rooms (all with platform beds and marble bathrooms) may be "outrageous", but loyalists say it's "well worth it"

"This hotel sets itself apart with its intimate feel and exclusivity (the pool, for example, is for hotel guests only, which isn’t always the case at L"

"The rooftop pool area has gorgeous views and privacy screens between the teak loungers, and guests appreciate vistas from the spa and fitness center"

"The rooftop pool, with its panoramic views, is mercifully private, so guests needn’t worry about the public peeking in on their poolside massage"