The legendary Millennium Biltmore Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles' financial district, just four blocks from the Performing Arts Center. Designed in the style of the Italian Renaissance, the Biltmore was the largest and grandest hotel west of Chicago when it opened in 1923 and began hosting high society; film czars and stars; dukes, princesses, princes, kings and queens; U.S. presidents; and conventioneers and cross-country travelers.
Handsomely preserved and restored thanks to a $10 million renovation, the lobby is decorated with hand-painted ceiling frescoes, with the original tile indoor pool depicting the days of Pompeii. Los Angeles magazine christened the hotel's Gallery Bar and Cognac Room as "one of the best places in town to have a cocktail." Smeraldi's Restaurant offers sumptuous California cuisine. Recognized as downtown's best Japanese restaurant, Sai Sai delights guests with traditional to contemporary Japanese cuisine, including Kaki Shishito (pan-fried oyster on the half shell) and Yellow Tail Ceviche. In ornate Rococo surroundings, the Rendezvous Court allows guests to savor cocktails, gourmet and herbal teas, sandwiches, miniature pastries, fresh scones and sparkling wines. What's more, the Biltmore offers concierge services, health club facilities and business services.
Accommodations feature warm gold, cream and ivory accented by rich woods, plush draperies, stately furnishings and marble bathrooms. Guests rooms also feature multiple phones, high- speed Internet and 24-hour room service.
Like they say, the legendary Millennium Biltmore Hotel combines old- world hospitality and new-century amenities to create one of the city's most impressive hotels.
