California Dreamin’: The Avalon Hotel and Pelican Hill Resort

My trip to California last week was jam-packed with activities, especially in Los Angeles, which didn’t leave me too much time to enjoy The Avalon Hotel in Beverly Hills to the fullest, but I did enjoy my stay and the central location. It didn’t take me more than ten minutes to get anywhere. The Avalon was a favorite of Marilyn Monroe’s back in the 1950s and it has become a favorite of design enthusiasts since Kelly Wearstler redesigned the property.

 

{The cabanas by the pool feature fabulous mosaic-like murals.}

{Sadly, I didn’t have time to eat at the glamorous Oliverio restaurant, but I have heard wonderful things about the food and service. Aren’t the chairs fabulous?}

{I was given a premium room which was super spacious, with a sitting area and separate workspace. The rooms feature Sferra linens and the bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable.}

{The rooms have more of a mid-century modern influence than the public spaces downstairs.}

{The Large Workspace}

{The bathroom was roomy and had plenty of space for laying out my things.}

{A Second Look at the Bathroom}

{I loved that The Avalon is eco-conscious, choosing to use full-size bottles of Neil George toiletries instead of small ones. The products were very luxurious and smell divine!}

 

{The Breathtaking Grounds at Pelican Hill}

The two hotels that I stayed in during my trip were both very chic and comfortable, but completely different. On Wednesday, I headed down to Newport Coast because my friend and her family had invited me to stay with them at the gorgeous Pelican Hill Resort. The resort is ultra luxurious with every amenity one could possibly wish for. It’s best feature is the gorgeous views. It was my first time in Newport and Laguna Beach and I am already dying to go back!

{The Main Courtyard at Pelican Hill}

{The Main Pool}

{Stunning!}

{The Adorable Children’s Camp}

{The Beautiful Grounds}

{Chic Spa}

{Watching the Sunset from our Terrace}

{Pathway Leading to the Front Door of our Beautiful Villa}

{More Breathtaking Views}

{Part of Our Terrace}

{Villa Floor Plan- It was such a fantastic size!}

{The Large Living Area – The whole villa was such a great size. I would move right in!}

{Dining Room}

{Nice Kitchen}

{Jeni and I on the Balcony at Sunset…Thank you so much for inviting me to stay with you and your family at such an amazing place!}

 

{All Images by Paloma Contreras- Please Do Not Use without Express Consent}