8/10
“A Place of peace surrounded by nature”
Fantastic place to relax
The Gym could be better
Los Angeles · head to head
Hotel Bel-Air vs The Ritz-Carlton
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Hotel Bel-Air is $1,024 a night less. They are 17.1 km apart.
The Ritz-Carlton
$2,454/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $415 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Book Hotel Bel-Air if you want a storied canyon retreat and can spend the extra $554 a night; it rates 9.6 from 157 reviews and has the pool, spa, gym, and a piano bar the Ritz lacks. Book The Ritz-Carlton if you want to be downtown near Crypto.com Arena and Peacock Theater at $854, with its own spa, pool, three restaurants and a rooftop the Bel-Air doesn't have. They're 17 kilometres apart and serve completely different trips, so let location decide first, budget second.
The look and the feel
Hotel Bel-Air
Hotel Bel-Air sits in Stone Canyon in Bel-Air proper, a low-slung Mission Revival property built in the 1940s, all pink stucco, bougainvillea and eleven acres of gardens with a resident flock of swans on the pond. The Bar & Lounge has a fireplace and a grand piano and looks out over the greenery, the kind of room where old Hollywood used to disappear for an afternoon. Rooms lean toward plush white bedding and garden views rather than skyline drama, and the whole place is built for privacy and quiet rather than foot traffic.
Hotel Bel-Air suits travellers wanting seclusion, gardens and old-money quiet, with money to spend on it.
The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton on Olympic Boulevard is part of the L.A. Live complex downtown, a glass tower with 123 rooms, espresso makers and designer toiletries, sitting above three restaurants, a poolside bar and stylish lounges. It's a modern, high-rise version of luxury geared to convention and event traffic, with Crypto.com Arena and Peacock Theater a short walk away rather than a canyon view out the window.
The Ritz-Carlton suits travellers wanting downtown convenience for events, arenas and city dining at a lower nightly rate.
At $854 versus $1,408, The Ritz-Carlton gives up the pet-friendly policy, golf access and the piano bar/fireplace lounge that Bel-Air offers, trading them for a rooftop and a downtown address instead.
Hotel Bel-Air is the more beautiful place to actually be in, a low, garden-wrapped 1940s hideaway with swans and a fireplace bar, versus a well-run but fairly generic downtown tower.
The numbers
| Hotel Bel-Air | The Ritz-Carlton | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,430 | $2,454 |
| Guest rating | 9.6/10 | — |
| Reviews | 157 | 131 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 17.1 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Hotel Bel-Air has
- Pet
- Golf
- Bar
Only The Ritz-Carlton has
- Rooftop
What guests actually say
Hotel Bel-Air
- calm, luxurious atmosphere
- spacious, spotless rooms
- great location for LA
- gym could be better
“We honestly couldn’t fault it!”
The Ritz-Carlton
- exceptional, warm staff
- great rooms and views
- great location downtown
- dated property, small lobby
- limited dining options
“There was either food or vomit smeared into the cushion chairs around the jacuzzi.”
Bel-Air guests come away happier, praising a consistently calm, luxurious, spotless experience, while Ritz-Carlton reviews are mixed, with one guest reporting dirty rooms and disputed charges.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Hotel Bel-Air
- Deluxe King with Patio 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$1,430
- Deluxe King with Patio 1 King BedRoom Only · free cancellation$1,513
- Deluxe, King Bed, PatioRoom Only$1,526
The Ritz-Carlton
- Club Lounge Access, Junior Suite, 2 Queen, City ViewBreakfast Included · free cancellation$2,454
- Club Lounge Access, Junior Suite, 2 Queen, City ViewRoom Only · free cancellation$2,515
- Junior Suite Two Queen Beds with ViewsBreakfast Included · free cancellation$2,521
In guests' own words
Hotel Bel-Air
10/10
“Amazing stay and easily one of the best hotels we’ve been to.”
As expected, this was probably one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The look and feel of the hotel is an experience in itself, and the whole place feels incredibly calm, luxurious, and well thought through. It’s also in a great location for spending a few days in LA. We were upgraded to a much bigger room for our stay, which made it feel even more special. The room was super comfortable, spacious, spotless, an
We honestly couldn’t fault it!
10/10
“Super für Familienmitglieder!”
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The Ritz-Carlton
10/10
“A Five Star Experience”
We spent a day and half at this hotel over Christmas and absolutely loved every minute. This location is modern and stylish and the staff are polished but also very warm. We enjoyed the Club Lounge and amenities. All were top notch. The staff are so kind and charming. Josh in the Lounge and Harrison at the Front Desk were among our favorites. We enjoyed the easy enclosed walk to the J.W. Lobby and the excellent
10/10
I mean, it’s the Ritz. Wonderful luxurious stay.
10/10
great rooms and great staff definitely worth the stay !
About each
Hotel Bel-Air
Luxurious Rooms with Garden Views Step into a world of elegance at Hotel Bel-Air where each room offers stunning garden views, large windows, and modern furnishings. Relax in style with plush white bedding, spa-style bathrooms, and the option of cozy bathrobes in adult or children's sizes. Amenities Galore Indulge in the hotel's outdoor pool,…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
The Ritz-Carlton
Luxurious Spa and Recreation Facilities Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa, or unwind in the outdoor pool, steam room, and fitness center. Delectable Dining Options Choose from 3 restaurants, enjoy 24-hour room service, and savor snacks at the cafe. Unwind with a drink at the poolside bar or the stylish lounges.…
Check-in — · Check-out 11:00 AM
Facilities, in full
Hotel Bel-Air
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
The Ritz-Carlton
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Conference space
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Full-service spa
- Smoke-free property
- Express check-in
- Pool umbrellas
- Wheelchair accessible parking
Where they are
701 Stone Canyon Road900 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90015
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