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Attractions and Recommendations

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Universal Studios Hollywood - With plenty of thrill rides, one-of-a-kind attractions, and live shows offered year-round, the Universal Studios Theme Park has more Hollywood entertainment to offer than any other destination in the world.

Knotts Berry Farm - What was once an actual berry farm is now 160 acres of world class rides, unique family shows and one of a kind attractions.

Disneyland or Disneys California Adventure - Who could visit sunny Southern California and not go to Disneyland? Whether you are 5 or 105, you will without question fully enjoy your visit.

Movieland Wax Museum - Movieland Wax Museum highlights the greatest shows and stars - from classics like the Beverly Hillbillies to contemporary favorites like Star Trek.

La Brea Tar Pits - Visitors can learn about Los Angeles as it was between 10,000 and 40,000 years ago, during the last Ice Age, when animals such as saber-toothed cats and mammoths roamed the Los Angeles Basin.

Hollywood Forever Cemetry - Founded in 1899 and known until recently as the Hollywood Memorial Park, its 62 pastoral acres are the final resting- place of over 300 celebrities.

J. Paul Getty Centre - The Getty offers an unsurpassed panorama of the LA Basin, from the San Gabriel Mountains to the Pacific Ocean with miles of metropolis in between. The centre includes a museum, research institute, library and restaurants all clustered around an alluringly whimsical central garden.

Walt Disney Concert Hall - Walt Disney Concert Hall, new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is designed to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated concert halls in the world, providing both visual and aural intimacy for an unparalleled musical experience.

Los Angeles Zoo - The Los Angeles Zoo is located in the heart  of  the  nation’s second-largest city. Each year 1.4 million visitors pass through the gates to view a collection of more than 1,200 animals from around the world.

Union Station - Union Station, built with the cooperation of the region's three principal railroads, the Union Pacific Railroad, the Southern Pacific Railroad and the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, was the transportation gateway into Los Angeles, years before there was an LAX. The 1940s saw the heyday of the railroad era, as movie stars and GIs alike arrived in or left this city through the station's platforms.

Recommendations

1. The St. Regis Los Angeles - For the luxury traveler who wants to be in the centre of the Universe or for one who claims to be so himself, the St. Regis is their kind of place.
The Style Group.



2. Elan Hotel Modern - 3 Star - The Elan Hotel Modern is vibrant, culturally balanced and perfectly located. It is situated just steps from the Beverly Center, at the cutting edge of West Hollywood, where the world of entertainment and design meet to conduct business and expand pleasure.



3. Hotel Bel-Air - 5 Star - Hotel Bel-Air is where people come for a low-key elegance that has almost disappeared elsewhere. Perfect for those who like to wrap themselves in the glamour of all that is Hollywood.
Forbes.


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Best Western Sunset Plaza Hotel - 3 Diamonds - A Best Western in the ultimate location if you want to be immersed in the Sunset Strip action. Literally next door to the House of Blues and opposite the legendary Comedy Store.
AOL City Guide.


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Hilton Checkers Los Angeles - 3 Diamonds - A tribute to preservation and history. The former Mayflower Hotel built by industrialist William Anderson presents early California elegance and Spanish influences, without sacrificing modern conveniences or trends.
AOL City Guide.


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Best Western Dragon Gate Inn - 3 Diamonds - Situated in the heart of historic Chinatown, this hotel brings a unique cultural experience to any traveler seeking a convenient downtown Los Angeles location.
AOL City Guide.


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The Century Plaza Hotel and Spa - 4 Star - A hotel that remains the choice of statesmen and British royalty when they come to town. Needless to say, the Century Plaza has proven itself as a leading luxury hotel by catering to the needs and tastes of any guest.
AOL City Guide.


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Millennium Biltmore Hotel - 4 Star - A downtown landmark since its completion in the early 1920s and the "star" of numerous movies and TV shows filmed at the property. The Millennium Biltmore Hotel has long been the "host of the coast" for high society, celebrities and conventioneers from around the globe.
Travel Lady.


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Omni LA at California Plaza - 4 Star - Located on Bunker Hill in the very heart of Downtown, Omni boasts a state-of-the-art business center that can cater to almost any technological need. With ample meeting spaces and banquet facilities able to accommodate huge celebrations.
AOL City Guide.


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The Westin Los Angeles Airport - 3 Diamonds - With a contemporary and refined style, the lobby and guest areas are kept in a state of casual elegance. The rooms are spacious with all the amenities of a metropolitan hotel.
AOL City Guide.


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Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel - 4 Diamonds - The Renaissance Hotel is tastefully furnished and well maintained. While being far enough from the runways to avoid a restless night's sleep, it is still close enough to still catch a flight leaving in 10 minutes.
AOL City Guide.


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Beverly Plaza Hotel - 4 Star - For travelers who want a local neighborhood feel, a great location, and have an appreciation for subtle elegance, this is a sure-fire hit.
AOL City Guide.


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Hilton Los Angeles Universal City - 4 Diamonds - With a view from every room, the city lights will dazzle you to sleep after a day of fun. Towering above Universal City and adjacent to the Universal City Walk and Amphitheater the Hilton is a hotel that has a little something for the whole family.
AOL City Guide.


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Sofitel Los Angeles - 4 Star - From the cobblestone bricks of the motor court to the grand staircase, this hotel is so French in mentality you will wonder where they check your passport.
AOL City Guide.


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W Los Angeles Westwood - A relaxed atmosphere which beckons the family for a quiet lunch near the pool, the spa attracts a girl's weekend out, the bar draws the singles scene, its romantic restaurant magnetizes a simple date for two, and of course its business side pulls in the busy entrepreneur because of the technology abilities the hotel provides.
The Style Group.


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Carlyle Inn - 3 star -  Classic contemporary design and posh accommodations distinguish the Carlyle Inn, a boutique hotel on the edge of Beverly Hills. Graceful curvilinear architecture graces the walls of the Garden Court and atrium, where a wine and cheese hour presents itself nightly, compliments of the house.
AOL City Guide.


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Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Westwood - 3 Star - Offers a metropolitan feel and a great location near UCLA, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and the entire Westside. The hotel has floors with sweeping vistas of the Holmby Hills and Bel Air area; the city lights in the evening can be amazing on a clear day.
AOL City Guide.


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Crowne Plaza Hotel Los Angeles - Intl Airport - An elegant full service hotel located at Los Angeles Airport on Century Boulevard. Convenient to all major Southern California attractions, such as Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knotts Berry Farm, Hollywood and only minutes from the South Bay beaches.


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Best Western Royal Palace Inn and Suites - The Best Western Royal Palace Inn and Suites will offer you value, comfort, convenience, special rooms and numerous amenities during your stay.


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Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard, Bel-Air - The hotel is set in the tranquil Santa Monica Mountains and is the host not only to human guests, but wildlife that resides in the mountain community as well.
AOL City Guide.

Los Angeles Recommended Tours

The Grand Tour Of Los Angeles - Duration: 6 Hours
Duluxe Movie Stars' Homes and Trolleys Tour - Duration: 3 1/2 Hours
City Tour By Night - Duration: 4 Hours
Hollywood Trolley / Doubledecker Bus Tour - Duration: 1 Hour
Dinner Dance Cruise - Duration: 3 Hours
Movie Stars Home and Celebrity Gravesite Tour - Duration: 3 Hours
Hollywood City Pass - Duration: Valid 30 Days
Hollywood Behind The Scenes - Duration: 1 Hour
City Tour and Movie Stars Homes' Tour - Duration: 3 Hours
Inside Historic Downtown LA Tour - Duration: 1 1/2 Hours