Decorated with unique murals and striking pixelated exterior paint, this 82-room hotel is also home to the hip “101 Coffee Shop,” where local stars and stars-to-be hang out (seriously). Renovated rooms have a collection of photos of some of the greatest Hollywood actors and actresses of years gone by, as well as the usual amenities like coffeemakers, refrigerators, microwaves, and hair dryers. Relax by the large tiled outdoor pool, surf the net with free wireless Internet access, or head to nearby Griffith Park. Guest laundry facilities available. Pets no longer allowed. 

Parking is $20. Check-in time: 2:00 pm; check-out time: 11:00 am. Address: 6141 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, California, 90028-5205. Phone: 323/464-5181. Web: http://bestwesterncalifornia.com/hotels/best-western-plus-hollywood-hills-hotel.

Close to Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, this luxury hotel known for lush floral gardens and impeccable service is in a quiet residential neighborhood. Each of the 285 renovated guest rooms has a balcony, down pillows, duvets, terry bathrobes, and even an iPad 2! Childproofed guest rooms are available. Relax at the pool terrace café and enjoy the outdoor pool, whirlpool spa, poolside cafe, and fitness center. Two award-winning restaurants and a lounge on the premises. Complimentary luxury car service. Splurge on a massage from the world-class spa. Wi-fi is complimentary. Small dogs under 15 lbs. welcome (no fee). Valet parking is $48/night and self-parking is free but very limited. 

Parking is included. Check-in time: 3:00 pm; check-out time: 12:00 pm. Address: 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, California 90212. Phone: 1 (310) 275-5200. Web: http://www.fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire/.

Close to Los Angeles International Airport with complimentary 24-hour shuttle service, this 1,234-room luxury hotel is popular with business travelers. Guest rooms offer irons, ironing boards, coffeemakers, hair dryer, and two-line speakerphone. Relax in the gardens, pool, and four whirlpool spas, or work out in the on-site 24-hour fitness center. Wireless Internet access is $12.95/day. Several dining options are available, including The Café (casual, all-day dining), The Bistro (casual, 24-hour eatery), Andiamo (Italian, dinner), Landings (sports bar), and 24-hour room service. Self-parking is $29/night, valet is $39/night. Pets no longer allowed.

Parking is $29. Check-in time: 3:00 pm; check-out time: 12:00 pm. Address: 5711 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045. Phone: 310-410-4000. Web: http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/hilton-los-angeles-airport-LAXAHHH/.