Location. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel Hotel & Bungalows is located in Santa Monica, Calif., atop the scenic bluffs of Santa Monica beach. The hotel has served as a desitnation for Hollywood celebrities and a retreat for all guests since 1921. Palisades Park is across the street from the hotel and the Third Street Promenade, teeming with shops, restaurants and entertainment, is two blocks away. Santa Monica Beach is four blocks away and Santa Monica Pier is eight blocks from the hotel. Los Angeles International Airport is 10 miles from the property.
Hotel Features. Manicured grounds, blooming gardens and a landscaped courtyard reflect nature's beauty throughout the year. FIG Restaurant, a bistro inspired by the farmers' market, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A 24 hour complimentary fitness room contains cardiovascular and weight training equipment. Exhale Mind/Body Spa is a full service health spa that offers a complete massage menu, facial treatments and scrubs. The courtyard shelters a freeform outdoor pool furnished with teak captain chairs. The Lobby Lounge is located adjacent to a tranquil koi pond. A complimentary business center contains four computers. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel for a fee. Additional hotel amenities include daily dry cleaning services, concierge assistance and valet parking.

Guestrooms. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows offers 302 guestrooms located in the Palisades Wing (floors 2 6) and the Ocean Tower (floors 2 4). Guestrooms reflect modern decor with earlwood furnishings. Beds are dressed with Egyptian cotton linens and down comforters. Bathrooms feature granite surfaces and are stocked with Emerald toiletries. All accommodations contain minibars and coffeemakers. Technological enhancements include flat panel televisions, and high speed wired and wireless Internet access for a fee.

Expert Tip. From Memorial Day until Labor Day, this hotel offers beach club shuttle service. Extras include towels, chairs, umbrellas, restaurant service and children's beach toys.