Maison 140

Built in 1938 and renovated in 2001, this air-conditioned hotel includes 3 floors and a total of 43 rooms. The lobby features a 24-hthe reception, a safe, a cloakroom and a lift. The distinctive Bar Noir serves guests delicious cocktails in the evenings and a continental breakfast in the mornings. Room and laundry services (for an additional fee) round up the offerings. Parking spaces are available (charges apply).

With its quirky Parisian overtones, this luxe Los Angeles boutique hotel in the heart of Beverly Hills is the perfect petite pied à terre. Inside, Far East meets West Coast as bold Oriental prints preside over vintage French furniture and deco pieces. roomsEvery room has been decorated individually, with vintage occasional chairs, cosy mohair throws and retro pieces. The Mandarin rooms are the most spacious, with king-size four-poster beds.