The Pool at W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills

"The well-furnished, gardenlike pool area has its own outdoor cafe called the Backyard, serving Mediterranean "swimwear fare"

"There's a gym with mostly cardio equipment, a spa and a verdant pool area with DJs on Sundays"

"Nestled among the residential streets near the UCLA campus, W Los Angeles in Westwood blends luxury and comfort for both locals and visitors alike with its many in-house hotspots such as restaurants Nine Thirty and Whiskey Blue lounge and bar (a happy hour must-try from 5-9pm) as well as The Backyard poolside retreat and the indulgent Bliss Spa"

"Upscale bar scene, discreet lounging by pool"

"The fern and palm tree-hugged pool area is the place to be on Sunday in summer, when free pool parties lure the young and beautiful locals to line up for free yoga, followed by fruity cocktails"

" Fitness options include a heated outdoor pool, cardiovascular equipment and massage and facial services"

"It may be worth comparing rates with the nearby and also upscale Palomar, but its pool's not as nice"

"In the back of the hotel is the outdoor oasis The Backyard, which sits adjacent to the pool and serves as the main hotel restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner"

"The rooms in higher floors overlooking the pool are popular and have great city views, too"