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W Los Angeles Westwood

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The W Los Angeles, in Los Angeles, is a 3 star luxury W Hotels. What travelers said they loved: "the place", "the service", "the atmosphere", "the pool", "the staff", and "the room". Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "business". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". Guests found the service "excellent". The hotel is recommended by Gayot.com (it's on their Top 10 list for Hip Hotels). The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including The Apple Pan , Monte Alban , and La Serenata Gourmet . Also nearby: J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center , Museum of Tolerance , and Tischler House . Other local places to consider are Farmer's Daughter and The St. Regis Los Angeles.

Expert Reviews of W Los Angeles Westwood

Citysearch | The W hotel's tropic-inspired poolside terrace offers cocktails and light meals for the scantily clad.

Thanks to a decor overhaul from famed designer Thom Felicia, the W Hotel's popular cafe-bar is sexier and comfier than ever. Nestled amid palm trees, bamboo and rock waterfalls on a partially covered patio...
citysearch.com - expert review - 08/22/2007
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Citysearch | Westwood's W: a witty, whimsical, hot-wired hideaway for hipsters and business travelers.

Part of the W Hotels chain of boutique properties, this all-suite urban oasis nestled in Westwood Village was designed to cater to savvy businesspeople tired of sterile accommodations. But a bustling...
citysearch.com - expert review - 08/14/2007
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Citysearch | Chic lounge at Westwood's W Hotel where affluent and attractive are the only dress-code requirements.

Westwood and Hollywood hipsters enter this edgy bar in the W Hotel via an immaculate, frosted-glass staircase flanked by a cascading waterfall. The modern, open space is broken only by two ornamental...
citysearch.com - expert review - 07/15/2004
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Citysearch | Fancy French-inspired hotel dining helmed by former L'Orangerie chef.

Chef-owner Ludovic Lefebvre was credited with returning L.A.'s famed French restaurant L'Orangerie to its culinary preeminence. The French-born chef, who earned a Rising Star nomination from the James Beard...
citysearch.com - expert review - 04/13/2004
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Wcities

located in the modern w hotel in westwood, mojo is one of the new generation of hotel restaurants-hip, daring and creative with fusion cuisine. this time it's nuevo latino, a new millennium twist on all things...
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IgoUgo

this is the hip restaurant in the w hotel in westwood. the restaurant is just off the lobby of the hotel...
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AOL CityGuide

still hot hotel haunt...
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Gayot

mojo (which is pronounced "moho" and not the way it was immortalized in the austin powers films) is the ultimate in trendy, minimalist chic, yet this stark environment also breeds vibrancy and fun. perhaps the...
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OpenTable

award winning chef kelly courtney presents farm to table gourmet comfort food in and earth and element inspired comfortable w esc setting...
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AOL CityGuide

new chef new attitude awesome!!!!!!!
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wGuides.com

"Formerly known as the Westwood Marquis, this hotel has been renovated into an even more spectacular hotel. The W began its housing career as a UCLA dorm back in 1968. Today, it is among one of the trendiest...
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TripAdvisor

When I am in LA, i normally stay at the Penisula or the BH Hotel, however, I thought I could use the...
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Yahoo! Travel

Colleagues had to share a suite, and i had to wait an hour before checking in for housekeeping to finish my room (even though I arrived at 8pm). That being said, the hotel is great - just probably...
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Cigar Aficionado

Contemporary style hotel with one and two bedroom suites. 2 acres of landscaped gardens, furnished poolside cabanas, guest room amenities include CD stereos, video cassette players, with signature bed, Aveda...
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TripAdvisor

We spent 8 nights at the W because my wife had a conference at UCLA to attend. Since we had a newborn...
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HotelShark.com

"High prices," an "especially self-absorbed" staff," and a shower design that creates the real risk of "flooding the bathroom" makes this UCLA-sider "a huge let-down." Last updated 11/28/04
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Fodor's

You'll walk on water when you enter the W -- frosted-glass stairs over a fiber-optic-lit waterfall lead to the lobby. Sophisticated, luxurious surroundings are enhanced by the latest in cutting-edge...
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IgoUgo

Cool is what comes to mind when you mention the W Hotel. The hotel is somewhat Eastern European looking, it is an ugly cement building on the outside. It's on a tree-lined street just a few blocks from...
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Yahoo! Travel

I'm a big fan of W hotels overall and was particularly impressed by this one. The Los Angeles edge to this W was a nice touch - the front desk guy with the big fuzzy lid, the wide sweeping...
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TripAdvisor

My husband and I have been staying at this hotel every other month for the past couple of years. It...
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IgoUgo

Lately, the chain of W Hotels as the hip new Westin offspring has cre...
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Travelocity

Fantastic hotel with great service, location, and the most comfortable rooms I have ever stayed in. Love the hotel and stay here often.
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TripAdvisor

the price is 400.00 per night and here's what happened to me:I arrived on 6/14/05 at 5 pm for business...
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TripAdvisor

I have stayed at the W Westwood on several occasions. I have always been more than pleased. I am very...
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for W Los Angeles Westwood in Westwood Village, California. Check the weather, and...
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New York Times

Walk on water to enter the W -- frosted-glass stairs over a fiber-optic-lit waterfall lead to the lobby. Sophisticated, luxurious surroundings are enhanced by the latest in cutting-edge technology. A beautiful...
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TripAdvisor

We (my partner) and a friend were in Los Angeles recently for the July 4th, 2005 long weekend. Typically,...
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TripAdvisor

We arrived Friday afternoon for a 2 night stay.Took 30 minutes to check us in with NO LINE.Seems the...
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Travelocity

Located on two acres of landscaped gardens, on a magnolia-lined residential street in Westwood, W Los Angeles Westwood is approximately 11 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport, three blocks from...
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TripAdvisor

We stayed here only because it was within walking distance to our business meetings. Though we used...
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TripAdvisor

awesome hotel. terrific, friendly service and going above and beyond! beautiful, clean, fresh rooms...
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ThisisTravel

Attractive upmarket choice with sophisticated relaxed business-like feel.
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TripAdvisor

My husband and I loved this hotel. It felt like our own little apartment. It was clean and well furnished....
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Yahoo! Travel

From the moment I walked out of the car and was helped with my luggage, to checking into my room, the service here is unbelievable and very easily located. The atmosphere here is friendly and swanky...
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IgoUgo

W Los Angeles was once the quaint Westwood Marquee that my family wou...
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Gayot

Located in Westwood Village, just minutes from Rodeo Drive, Geffen Playhouse and UCLA, the former Westwood Marquis has been transformed into the stylish, all-suite, W Los Angeles, part of W Hotels, a new...
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OpenTable

Sleek and chic, NINE THIRTY epitomizes everything that's California cool about returning to the farm. Forget the cliched red carpet of institutionalized menus and the flashbulb fanfare of dime-a-dozen...
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Orbitz

Everyone has a dream in Los Angeles and W Los Angeles Westwood is the savvy traveler's dream come true. With 258 large one- and two-bedroom suites, W Los Angeles Westwood offers travelers comfort and sanctuary...
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User Reviews of W Los Angeles Westwood

Don't stay at the W

Worst customer service out of any hotel I have ever stayed at. Super expensive and you get nothing for what you pay for.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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Worst Service of ANY Hotel I Have Ever Been In ...

This is the worst hotel I have ever been to ... I rented a mega suite for NYE, but never made it in because they don't allow ANY alcohol to be brought in. This wasnt posted anywhere on the website or in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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RIP OFF!

First the positives. Nice looking bar, great neighborhood and a good amount of eye candy. I have been to this bar a few times and have enjoyed my visits, but this past Saturday was the first time I've been...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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The Best Dog-Friendly Hotel & All-Around Best Hotel in Class

I have never been disappointed by any W Hotel around the world. I don't care if they are faking it -- but they know how to take care of their dog-loving guests. Nearly every detail is taken care of from water...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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Too Expensive, Horrible Service, Great Atmosphere.

We stayed at the W hotel and reserved tables at Whiskey Blue. Initially we dealt with Melissa, who was very nice, and helped us with making the reservations. The W is a beautiful hotel and Whiskey Blue is a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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Cool scene even if it is out of the way

W is in more of a business area or school with UCLA being around the corner, but the pool is great. At night there are all the bars and it is a nice scene. The rooms are their pretty standard ones but seem to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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funky, low key lounge

still one of my favorite bars in LA. low key loungy type place. although i prefer the lounge circa their renovations which was aimed to cater to locals rayher than hotel guests. the entrance is awsome and very...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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Excellent

Very good service- fast and friendly at the front desk. Rooms were quiet despite the hallway being loud. Very comfortable rooms. Great for the frequent traveler.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2006
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Fun, can be hard to get in to

I went here for my friend's 21st- a bunch of us got heckled by the people at the door for a bit. When there's an event in town or a movie premiering, it's super hard to get in. The drinks are really pricey but...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2006
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Great lounge...

Went there 3 times within the same week. The weekdays there are nice because it's a lot calmer and just a great place to hang out with coworkers or friends after work. On Fridays it's definately a lot more...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2006
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Fantastic

I am a heavy traveler and have to say that the W Los Angeles is one of the best hotels I have stayed at in a long time. The staff is fantastic, very accommodating - from valet to management. The rooms are...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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HORRIBLE!!

All "style" no substance. The style is even outdated, many others do it better without trying so hard. They have become so wraped up in their "style" that they forgot service. Valet gave my rental car to...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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Agua Luca - Probably the best cocktail I have had

Finally a place that has an intelligent cocktail menu. Since my trip back from Brazil I have been searching for a place that serves a good caipirina. The W did their research and they have some ultra-premium...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2005
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Relax in luxury at the W hotel in Westwood

My husband and I stayed at the W hotel in Westwood to use a gift certificate which was expiring. Wh...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/13/2005
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Where I Send My Parents

When my parents come to visit, I put them up at the W hotel on Hilgard. Because it is located on Hil...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/26/2005
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nice stay there

Love the quiet street with easy access to everything ... Beverly Hills, Sunset Blvd, Santa Monica, a...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/26/2005
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stuck up attitude

they do validate parking FOR $20.00 not $4.00. all i wanna say is that W hotel in Los Angeles-Westwood it is a very stuck up place... would never visit again...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/17/2005
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Attractive people - but gets cheesy

You're guaranteed to see really, really attractive people here. The bartenders are also pretty hot themselves. Came here on a Thurs night after dinner - was pretty nice up until 10pm rolled around - then it...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/25/2005
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Very nice place

I stayed there all day on the 4th of july 2003 and spent the night there. I hang out at the pool all day with some friends and had a great time, very relaxing place and friendly people. Great place to people...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2004
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W-orst bar ever

This is the worst and biggest rip off suposed to be "trendy" bar in L.A. If you want a good time check out some of the other hotel hot spots.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2003
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only cool if you go to UCLA!

My company had it's Christmas party at the W last year. It's a really cool place, clean and modern looking. But it's filled with young UCLA college students who think they're the best thing to be walking the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2002
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Red Velvet Ropes

Great place to feel special if you've got a lot of cash to drop.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2002
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Home Away from Home

My favorite place to stay in LA when I'm in town. Love the quiet street with easy access to everything ... Beverly Hills, Sunset Blvd, Santa Monica, and more. Large rooms with one of the best beds in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/23/2002
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Weak

Great hotel, weak bar. Not nearly as nice as many W bars in other cities -- Underbar, Cherry, XYZ, Whiskey Sky, etc. Too spread out with no defined structure or presence. The velvet rope out front makes me...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/23/2002
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W stands for "What's Customer Service?"

I was a guest at the hotel and had friends that came to the hotel for dinner and drinks. They used the hotel valet during that visit only to be charged a ridiculous $20 for parking. When I questioned this I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2002
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8.5

The coolest hotel lobby in town (ofcourse after mondrian), with great food and a classy westside crowd. The drinks are pretty steep but the right place for a beautiful date.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2002
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W-eak!

Might be fun if you are from the Mid-west...nothing cool about it. Rather bland decor, people and drinks...I stayed 15 minutes and dropped $40 on 2 drinks and parking. Not worth the time or money...If you want...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2002
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Mohitos Baby!

Yup, this place is very trendy. Nice decor. The outside patio has huge sofas and is awesome place to relax on summer nights. Drinks are pricey ~$11. But...Best Mohitos in Town! That's reason enough to try this...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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YUK!

During our 3 day stay: WOW!! They must be having a lot of "door key" problems. They sent us to a room, the key didn't fit. They put us in another room, 10 minutes later someone walked in on us. The next day...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2002
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Barf yuk barf

If you would like to see firsthand where LA gets it's cheesy reputation, check this place out. Cheeky twenty and thirtysomethings everywhere. And everyone wanted so badly to be mistaken for movie stars....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2002
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W-hatever

Yes, this place is very pretentious but does it really matter? The decor is beautiful and the people are beautiful. It's a great place to take tourists. Show them the upscale, trendy world of Westwood. In...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2002
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