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The Hilton Conrad Los Angeles Rises as Cultural Hub in LA

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August 5, 2024

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When traveling to Los Angeles, finding the right place to stay that allows you take full advantage of the storied city is of utmost importance. With its expansive geography, location-specific hubs and in-the-know destinations, choosing the right hotel makes a huge impact on your experience in Los Angeles — perhaps moreso than any other place in the world.

Locals and veteran travelers alike agree that Conrad Los Angeles, a new luxury property in Downtown LA, is a cultural hub that promises the the perfect vacation for any type of traveler. It also makes for a relaxing stay staycation or one-day getaway for native Angelenos.

Below, check out the five trademark qualities of Conrad Los Angeles — and why you should stay there during your next trip to the City of Angels.

Central Downtown Location

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Perfectly situated among some of the city’s most prominent cultural venues including Walt Disney Concert Hall and Grand Park, Conrad Los Angeles is one of the most exciting and convenient places to stay as a tourist. The luxury property is an extension of Frank Gehry’s Grand LA, which in addition to the concert hall, is also home to the Music Center, The Broad, Museaum of Contemporary Art and the Colborn School of Music — meaning you’re only a skip away (rather than a traffic-riddled hour drive) from some of the city’s best sites.

Top-of-the-Line Design and Architecture

What makes Conrad Los Angeles stand out amongst Hilton’s wide-ranging portfolio is its gorgeous architecture, designed by world renowned architect Frank Gehry, and smart, luxurious interior design by Tara Bernard & Partners.

Upon arrival, guests are immersed in a chic and inviting ambiance where the lobby’s undulating ceiling mirrors Gehry’s façade, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces with expansive windows. Artistic elements, including a historic bar crafted from 11,000-year-old molten lava and Ceppo di Gre stone from Lombardy, complement a palette of pale linens, rich blues and accents of mustard yellow against polished concrete and oak floors.

Curated artwork throughout the hotel highlights local talent such as Mimi Jung and Ben Medansky, enhancing Conrad’s commitment to cultural connections. Guest rooms feature serene oak floors, linen walls and bespoke furnishings, offering a range of accommodations from standard rooms to luxurious suites like the Grand Penthouse, designed as a personal LA penthouse with panoramic city views, a dining area, living room, master bedroom and custom-designed amenities.

World-Class Dining

It wouldn’t be a Conrad property without world-class dining. Conrad Los Angeles boasts multiple dining experiences crafted by world-renowned chef José Andres.

San Laurel – The 10th floor terrace, with captivating views of the iconic Disney Cconcert Hall, is one of the best design elements on the property. Best of all, it’s home to San Laurel, which perfects Spanish-Californian cuisine with local ingredients from the Golden State. Breakfast and dinner are both available at the terrace restaurant, with menu highlights including Bone-in Wagyu Ribeye; Grilled Romaine with Manchego Espuma; and Roasted Celeriac Carpaccio.
Agua Viva – Latin and Asian flavors mingle in this chic rooftop restaurant, featuring sharable plates and refreshing cocktails. Enjoy menu highlights such as the Txule Ribeye Burger; DIY Handrolls; and Piña Borracha while overlooking the sweeping panoramic views of the city.
Airlight – This pool deck restaurant offers a vibrant menu of handheld bites and creative cocktails,. which shareable menu items such as Tiki Punch Bowls, Grilled Skewers and house-made Push Pops.
SED – The charming and intimate SED is designed to celebrate the spirit of the desert and the Pacific Ocean, showcasing popular spirits and flavors in addition to seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables from the west coast, inspired by André’s travels around the world. Menu highlights include Tomato Rosette and Japanese Whisky Milk Punch.
The Beaudry Room – A classically versatile west-coast cocktail destination comes to life with a long counter bar that draws upon the stunning architectural composition beyond. Classic libations stick to their historical roots, served behind a petrol-blue pyrolave countertop with custom-cut concrete tiles underfoot.

World-Class Spa + Amenities

Led by director Alina Medyanikova, the Conrad Spa offers a revolutionary wellness experience with a boundary-free concept, creating a deeper, more meaningful relaxation journey. Its inviting interiors complement its hyper-personalized approach, allowing guests to explore wellness through tailored, Ayurvedic and innovative treatments featuring top beauty brands.

The spa spans over 7,000 square feet and includes seven treatment rooms, advanced skincare techniques, a wellness bar, enlightenment lounge, infrared sauna, Gharieni Welnamis wavetable and recovery cabins. Expert bodyworkers provide personalized massages such as Intuitive and Thai massages, Ayurveda Dosha Balancing, and Body Couture Treatment. The spa combines emerging technologies and modern techniques for immediate, visible results, offering exclusive treatments and premium products from renowned brands like Angela Caglia, CODAGE, Augustinus Bader, Esker Beauty, NuCalm and Hyperice.

Lush Pool + Lounge

With LA’s warm climate year-round, finding a place to dip in water or even lounge in the shade, is a must. Because of this, pools are far from a rarity in the city but Conrad Los Angeles’ rooftop pool is one of the best in town. The pool terrace, which wraps around the building, spans 16,000 square feet and boasts stunning panoramic views of the city. Lounge in any of the dozens of chairs surrounding the pool, and grab a bite to eat or sip on a cocktail from the terrace’s pool deck restaurant, Airlight.

Meetings and Events

Conrad Los Angeles also offers more than 13,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor meetings and event spaces for every occasion, from grand galas to intimate gatherings, and is committed to providing personalized services for groups of all sizes. Take advantage of Conrad Los Angeles’ 8,800 square feet of indoor meeting space, including a 5,000 square foot ballroom, soak up the sunshine with ample outdoor options, or choose from one of three private event spaces on the 10th floor that offer sweeping views of Grand Avenue and the rest of the city alongside flexibility, catering options, and – most importantly – style. 