The Restaurant at Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

"The decor at the restaurant, Simon LA, may border on over-the-top—tented cabanas and chartreuse leather banquettes—but the food doesn’t disappoint"

"Rooms have got ivory laquered chests and premium beds, and the restaurant and Rande Gerber's slick Stone Rose Lounge have become the new darlings of the in-crowd"

"Massively renovated in 2006, this 295-room outlet of a French chain on the border of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills combines Continental elegance and Hollywood trendiness, with luxurious rooms, a trendy bar and restaurant, and a gorgeous spa and fitness center"

"And once you've made it through the traffic, you'll find a very impressive hotel operation: smart, reliable and also, thanks to the presence of the Simon LA restaurant (run by star chef Kerry Simon) and the Stone Rose Lounge, surprisingly fashionable"

" House restaurant, Estérel, serves Mediterranean cuisine, while Riviera 31 provides a chic setting for cocktails and socializing"