With a name like that it’s not hard to guess where they’re coming from. The Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard is luxe indeed, with a location that’s more upscale retreat than downtown hipster haunt — it’s spread over seven acres of parkland in Brentwood, near the Getty Center, where Sunset Boulevard is a winding mountain road, not a neon-lit urban strip.

Some stylish hotels are a little disappointing once you get past the lobby, but this is not a problem the Luxe has. If anything the rooms are even more stylish than the public spaces, and they’re long on comfort as well. The look is sleek and contemporary, the interiors clearly designed rather than just decorated, but they’re warm rather than edgy, in rich earth tones and classic materials and finishes. The smallest room is a vast 550 square feet, and the amenities are luxury through and through: flat-screen TV, iPod docking stereos, and massive Roman-style baths in the suites.

A full-service spa completes the urban-resort package, and there’s a lighted tennis court with an in-house pro, definitely a rarity in Los Angeles hotels. And all of this just minutes from the Getty Center or UCLA, with Santa Monica an easy drive away.

How to get there: Luxe Hotel Sunset Blvd is a 20-minute drive from Los Angeles International Airport but the trip can take up to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Valet parking is available for $25 USD + tax per night.

Style: Modern Design

Atmosphere: Lively

161 Rooms - Rates start at US$ 159

The Spa

A holistic approach to rejuvenation, featuring an extensive selection of ‘Be Well’ treatments, Luxe Spa separates itself from the crowd with packages like ‘Be Well’ Spa Parties and Doggie and Me Packages for dog lovers and their best friends.

• Treatment: Holistic
• Massage Types: Custom, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Thai, Ayurvedic, Prenatal
• Open to Public: Yes
• Offers in-room services: Yes
• Prices: Budget
• Products: Aromatherapy Associates
• Hair Services: Yes. In-room.
• Other Spa Features: Sauna, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center