9876 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Tel. 800/445-8667, 310/274-7777
Fax. 310/285-1313
New and notable: A smart, $80-million renovation has modernized the hotel's retro appeal.
The stay: Central Beverly Hills location lets you live it up like a tourist or a celebrity.
The scene: Conventioneers mix with leisure travelers and local charity-event attendees.
Deal maker: Immerse yourself in two great sports -- swimming in the Olympic-size pool and shopping on Rodeo Drive.
Deal breaker: It's big but not boutique, even if the new décor is cool.
Rooms: $295 to $1,000: penthouses are up to $5,000 per night.
Read full review: Made-over Beverly Hilton stars in a sequel of its own