Those of you who have visited Los Angeles know that Wilshire Boulevard is a main artery used to navigate through the “City of Angels.”  It is a long street that winds itself through several neighborhoods from downtown, to Korea-town through the mostly Russian district and makes its way through Beverly Hills and ends up at the Pacific Ocean beaches.  It is a landmark street that serves as a guide to all arteries throughout the LA landscape.  On this long stretch of a road, the area closer to the ocean, sits a newly constructed hotel that is a ‘must’ when you next visit Los Angeles.

The stylish, Hotel Wilshire, LEED-certified, is a 74-room boutique hotel, designed by award-winning Killefer Flammang Architects and KNA Design.  It combines chic and contemporary style elements, appealing to a cross section of guests, whether leisure or business traveler.  The eco-friendly property boasts an impressive private Penthouse Suite and versatile, multi-media suites with panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills, an ideal setting for any social event.

On the beautifully landscaped rooftop with 360-degree views spanning the LA skyline and Hollywood Hills, sits “The Roof on Wilshire” restaurant, serving cuisine created by celebrity Chef Eric Greenspan. Guests can enjoy culinary masterpieces, along with a classic or imaginative cocktail (if you have the spirit for something new) from the rooftop bar, near the poolside cabana or the fire pit.  Wait till your friends take a look at this!  I bet even business associates will chuckle and marvel at the views…

This trendy spot is perfectly situated for heading out to the beach, or taking in a concert at the Hollywood Bowl, (if it’s summertime) or one at the Disney Hall downtown, where the famed LA Philharmonic performs.  Or just go and browse at The Farmer’s Market, in the center of the city.

Long known for its wide distances between sights to see, LA can really get exhausting.  But, at end of the day, the Hotel Wilshire offers the joy of knowing that once ensconced at the hotel, you will be indulged with comforts.  And don’t sleep too late and miss the great breakfast.  If you have the time, check out its 24-hour business center and guest lounge and surely make use of the complimentary high-speed Internet access and Wi-Fi.

In short, it offers the kind of comforts one expects from a Luxe Worldwide member property.

Need we say more?

Luxe Worldwide Hotels has just signed the Elite World Istanbul as its first member hotel in Istanbul, Turkey, it was announced by Gonzalo Ocejo, Managing Director, Europe & UK, Luxe Worldwide Hotels.  This is the second hotel for the hotel representation organization in Turkey, the first being the Cappadocia Cave Resort and Spa.

“We are incredibly proud and excited to have the Elite World Istanbul become a member of Luxe Worldwide Hotels,” noted Efrem Harkham, CEO and Founder.  “Turkey has become such a popular tourism and business destination on the world stage of late, and we are thrilled to have such a prestigious property as part of our collection.”

The Elite World Istanbul is a five-star 245-room property located at Taksim Talimhane, the heart of metropolitan life and true center of Istanbul.  It provides everything a discerning leisure or business traveler to Istanbul would seek including luxurious and well-appointed guest rooms and suites; a choice of restaurants and bars; meeting space for up to 1,200 people; a business center; health club with indoor pool, children’s pool, fitness center, Turkish hamam, and spa services; and much more.

For additional information or to make a booking at the Elite World Prestige Hotel, please visit www.luxehotels.com.

Élan Hotel Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA (February 5, 2010) — Greystone Hotels’ Élan Hotel in Los Angeles has been named the #2 hotel on Trip Advisor’s “Top 25 Hotels in the U.S for 2010” list from the popular travel website.

“When you consider how many hotels there are in Los Angeles, both large brand name chains and boutique establishments, we are incredibly pleased to have the Élan Hotel ranked number two in the entire country and the ONLY hotel in LA to receive this honor,” said Eric Horodas, President of Greystone Hotels. He also added, “We place great importance on the rankings of TripAdvisor since they represent the direct feedback of our guests.”

What prompts guests to leave comments on the TripAdvisor site like “Élan is a little gem,” “this place is awesome,” “great value,” and “The Élan has to be one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in the world,” is that the Élan delivers an outstanding experience all around, from its prime location to the very comfortable accommodations, highly personalized service, and the abundant amenities.

Located at the crossroads of Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, the hotel is close to all the LA hotspots including the Beverly Center, Hollywood, The Grove, the Farmer’s Market, CBS and Paramount Studios, Rodeo Drive, and Melrose Avenue. The Élan Hotel completed a $2 million re-design in 2008 emphasizing a stunning European décor. The stylish fabrics and wall coverings fuse warm earth tones to create a relaxing, comfortable environment and guestroom amenities are abundant. Guests are pampered with plush robes, luxurious bath amenities, HD flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi.  The Élan’s very popular complimentary expanded continental breakfasts and nightly wine & cheese receptions are always a big hit with guests.

To read The Élan Hotel reviews on TripAdvisor, click here.

ABOUT GREYSTONE HOTELS
Greystone Hotels manages a collection of distinctive properties that include hotels, inns, and suites along the West Coast of the United States. The management company’s focus on service, teambuilding, and growth are reflected in each unique property. Whether a guest wants to play on the sunny beaches of San Diego, mingle in the entertainment hub of Los Angeles, conduct business in the Silicon Valley or indulge in the culture of San Francisco, Greystone Hotels offers the best choice of accommodations away from home.

For more information on Greystone Hotels, please contact Emily Johnson, Sales and Marketing Administrator at the corporate office ejohnson@greystonehotels.com or bbloom@elanhotel.com at the Elan Hotel.

Photo which was taken last week at Hotel Lumen.

From left to right: Mr. Harman Bal (President HOTEL LUMEN) – Adeline Surault (Reservations Manager – HOTEL LUMEN) – Gonzalo Ocejo (LUXE) – Isabelle Cheurlin (LUXE) – Germán Castillo (LUXE)

Hotel Lumen was designed by Mr. Herman Bal with the help of designers Alanin Daronian and Claudio Colucci.  Hotel Lumen Paris Louvre adopts a Neo-Baroque style, interpreting the concept of intimacy with a magic touch of modernity. With its original and decidedly trendy decor and an atmosphere of discreet luxury, you can be swept away by the soft, melancholy light of a Parisian afternoon, with its thousands of shades of gray, or abundant light that will satisfy your need for tranquility.