The Italian-Spanish influence is evident everywhere at this hotel. The hand-painted frescos, the bas-relief décor, the fountains, the polished wood floors, the ornate ceilings and the abundant flowers all contribute to class and elegance that is practically beyond words. A favorite since 1923, and a member of Historic Hotels of America, this famed hotel, once called the Regal Biltmore, hosted the Academy Awards during the 1930s and 1940s. Guests have included dignitaries like Winston Churchill, Presidents Kennedy, Ford, Carter and Reagan, as well as British royalty. Smeraldi's offers excellent California cuisine. The Rendezvous Court hosts afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
• Hotel Services: laundry service, restaurant, 24-hour room service, television, bureau de change, parking, safe deposit, bar, computer facilities, hairdresser, internet access, swimming pool, disabled access, business facilities, childcare facilities, air conditioning, sauna, whirlpool, pets allowed, non-smoking rooms, fitness club
• Conferences: 70,000 square feet of ballrooms, meeting space and more. Capable of handling the largest of groups, it is well-suited to extremely large conferences.