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News, City Council, Santa Monica, Hotels, Parking
Investigation Palihouse: Parking Out Santa Monica's Residential Neighborhood
Posted Feb. 20, 2015, 9:13 am
With a total 38 operational guest rooms, and a sizeable staff, Santa Monica’s Palihouse is having its impact felt on surrounding streets. Street parking is backed up for blocks surrounding the boutique hotel, as guests and staff fill available spots, often double-parking until a space frees up.
News, City Council, Business, Santa Monica, Housing, Hotels
Investigation Palihouse: Final Two Residents Being Evicted
Posted Feb. 13, 2015, 7:23 am
The remaining two residents living at Palihouse Santa Monica, formerly Embassy Hotel Apartments, are set to be evicted in May. The legality of such a process is under the spotlight after stark revelations reveal that the sudden classification of the building from multi-family residential to hotel, is dubious.
News, City Council, Santa Monica, Housing, Hotels
Investigation Palihouse: Santa Monica Neighbors Up In Arms
Posted Feb. 6, 2015, 8:14 am
Recent outcries from angry neighbors surrounding the now boutique hotel Palihouse at 1001 3rd Street are raising serious questions in Santa Monica. With a surge in all-night noise, street parking, and outdoor parties, how did the residentially located apartment building become a fully operational hotel in mid-2013?
News, Santa Monica, Tourism, Hotels
Four Santa Monica Hotels Make Top 20 In U.S. News & World Report For L.A. Region
Posted Feb. 1, 2015, 9:30 am
U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, recognized three Santa Monica Hotels in its Best of Los Angeles Hotels in its annual evaluation of hotels that offer high-quality amenities and exceptional experiences.
News, Los Angeles, Business, Hotels
Two Hotel Groups Sue L.A. In Federal Court Over Minimum Wage Hike For Workers
Posted Dec. 17, 2014, 9:08 am
Two hotel industry groups sued the city of Los Angeles in federal court today challenging the recent passage of a $15.37-per- hour minimum wage for workers at many hotels in the city.
News, Santa Monica, Tourism, Hotels
Santa Monica Extra Bedroom Campaign Launches For Santa Monica Residents
Posted Nov. 22, 2014, 9:45 am
The Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) has launched its Santa Monica Extra Bedroom campaign that's now available to Santa Monica residents through Jan. 23.
News, Hotels, Lax
Westin LAX Hotel Workers To Stage One-Day Strike Today
Posted Oct. 29, 2014, 9:18 am
Workers at the Westin LAX Hotel plan to stage a one-day strike today to protest disciplinary measures taken against a housekeeper for failing to spot bedbugs in a room she was assigned to clear, a union official said.
News, Los Angeles, Business, Hotels
L.A. City Council Tentatively Boosts Minimum Wage To $15.37 At Big Hotels
Posted Sep. 25, 2014, 8:30 am
The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday tentatively approved a $15.37-per-hour minimum wage for workers at large hotels in Los Angeles.
News, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Hotels
L.A. City Council To Decide On Big Hotels Minimum Wage Increase Today
Posted Sep. 24, 2014, 8:59 am
The Los Angeles City Council is set to vote today on a plan to raise the minimum wage to $15.37 per hour for workers at big hotels in Los Angeles.
News, Business, Santa Monica, Hotels
Fairmont Miramar Unveils $1 Million Redesign Of Bungalow
Posted Jul. 9, 2014, 9:12 am
The Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica last month unveiled its million-dollar redesign of Bungalow One – a customized three-bedroom suite designed by L.A.-based interior designer Michael Berman.
News, Santa Monica, Tourism, Hotels
Survey: Santa Monica Is California's Most Expensive Destination
Posted Jun. 18, 2014, 9:14 am
When it comes to the cost of tourist lodging, Santa Monica is California's most expensive destination, according to a survey released on Tuesday.
News, Beach, Santa Monica, Hotels
Fairmont Presents Beach Fun With Vilebrequin Partnership
Posted Jun. 9, 2014, 9:13 am
With the arrival of the perfect beach weather, guests at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows will experience a French twist on their classic Santa Monica summer.
Seven Days, Santa Monica, Hotels
What's Hot: Festival Of Brides Bridal Show In Santa Monica This Sunday
Posted Feb. 21, 2014, 9:07 am
Hotel Casa del Mar and Shutters on the Beach present the Festival of Brides Bridal Show at 11 am this Sunday.
Travel, Santa Monica, Hotels
No Luxury Spared At Caesars Palace Las Vegas
Posted Feb. 6, 2014, 8:29 am
Caesars Palace spans 85 acres at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, offering a diverse range of entertainment, dining, and relaxation offerings. Here's a look at 10 ways to vacation like a rock star at this Sin City hot spot.
News, Business, Santa Monica, Hotels
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel Begins Offering Free Wi-Fi To Guests
Posted Jan. 26, 2014, 8:56 am
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel will now offer complimentary wireless internet access in every guest room.
Seven Days, Santa Monica, Comedy, Hotels
Casa Del Mar Debuts New Comedic Magic Show This Sunday
Posted Jan. 24, 2014, 9:18 am
Enjoy magic and need a few extra laughs in your life? Consider checking out a new comedic magic show called “Insomnia” that debuts this Sunday at Hotel Casa del Mar located on Santa Monica’s beachfront.
Health, Travel, Santa Monica, Hotels, Hot Flash
My Wellness Resolution Week 1: Las Vegas
Posted Jan. 16, 2014, 7:31 am
So I am sitting in my hotel room in Las Vegas. In the Wellness Wing of the MGM Grand. I did not specifically ask to stay in this wing. Didn’t even know they had it. The universe comes through for me – again!
News, Santa Monica, History, Non Profits, Hotels
The Georgian Hotel Raises $7,200 For The Santa Monica Conservancy
Posted Jan. 12, 2014, 9:37 am
The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica partnered with the Santa Monica Conservancy in conjunction with their 80th Anniversary celebration in October 2013 to raise $7,200 to benefit the tremendous work done by the staff and volunteers of the Santa Monica-based organization.
News, Holiday, Santa Monica, Hotels
Santa Monica's "Extra Bedroom Program" On Offer Now Through Jan. 25
Posted Dec. 1, 2013, 9:14 am
Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau’s annual "Extra Bedroom Program" is being offered now through January 25, 2014.
News, City Council, Downtown, Santa Monica, Hotels
Santa Monica City Council Green Lights Courtyard By Marriott & Hampton Inn
Posted Nov. 15, 2013, 9:04 am
Light rail stations and hotels are not an uncommon partnership. In neighboring Los Angeles, a few of Metro’s rail lines have stops adjacent to hotels such as The W in Hollywood and The Standard in downtown Los Angeles. In Santa Monica, two hotels will soon be located across from the Expo Line terminus as council members unanimously approved Tuesday the development of a Courtyard by Marriott and Hampton Inn by Hilton.
News, City Council, Development, Santa Monica, Hotels
Marriott, Hilton Hotel Proposals Up For Santa Monica City Council Vote
Posted Nov. 11, 2013, 9:00 am
Hotels in Santa Monica are no strangers to news, what with the Fairmont Miramar planning expansion and the Loews Hotel currently serving as home to the American Film Market (AFM). Even hotels yet to be built, such as the proposed Hampton Inn and Suites (Hilton) and Courtyard by Marriott, have been featured on the pages of the local press.
Development, Opinion, Santa Monica, Hotels
Development, The Fairmont Miramar & The Huntley Hotel
Posted Nov. 5, 2013, 8:56 am
The Mirror would like to clarify details on the article published Oct. 18 “Poll Shows Residents Don’t Favor Dense, Tall Buildings” that contained a survey question relating to the Fairmont Miramar’s redevelopment project. The Mirror was unable to confirm who paid for the poll before time of press, but can now report that The Huntley Hotel contracted with Lake Research Partners to conduct a telephone poll of 404 Santa Monica voters between September 10 and 15.
News, Business, Santa Monica, Hotels
The Bungalow At The Fairmont Miramar Hotel Temporarily Closed
Posted Oct. 10, 2013, 8:17 am
The Bungalow lounge at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica temporarily closed Monday while its liquor license is updated. The hotel is taking the opportunity to conduct renovations during the short-term closure.
News, Downtown, Santa Monica, Hotels
Fairmont Miramar Volleys Back In Budding Legal Battle With The Huntley
Posted Jul. 26, 2013, 8:09 am
If “Mean Girls 3” were ever produced, the bickering back and forth between Santa Monica’s two largest hotels would be the ideal cast members. Less than one week after the Huntley Hotel’s lawyers issued a demand letter to the Fairmont Miramar, the legal team behind Ocean Avenue LLC (the group who owns the Miramar) responded with a five-page response.
News, Santa Monica, Hotels
Huntley Hotel Serves Notice On Fairmont Miramar Regarding "Smear Campaign"
Posted Jul. 19, 2013, 8:24 am
If the Hatsfields and McCoys lived in Santa Monica in 2013, one family would be residing in the Fairmont Miramar while the other might take up residence in the Huntley Hotel. Since it announced plans to renovate and expand its resort campus, the Fairmont has been engaged in feud-like relations with its neighbor, The Huntley.
