Bel Air Travel Guide

Los Angeles

Bel Air
Bel Air
Bel Air
Bel Air
Bel Air

A grand hotel, an important university and exciting performing arts make these two neighbourhoods popular destinations on a Los Angeles travel itinerary.

The adjacent neighborhoods of Bel Air and Westwood contain some of the most prestigious residences in the entire Los Angeles metropolis. Visit the UCLA campus and walk along Bel Air’s residential streets to peek through tall hedges at impressive mansions.

One of the area’s most popular spots is the Hotel Bel-Air, a luxury hotel that has hosted celebrities and other prominent figures since 1922. Pamper yourself with a stay in the lovely hotel with spa treatments and strolls through the landscaped gardens. If you’re staying elsewhere, enjoy a meal at the hotel’s gourmet restaurant or terrace café or cocktails and live entertainment in the bar and lounge. Stop in for afternoon tea between shopping trips to nearby Rodeo DriveOpens in a new window in Beverly HillsOpens in a new window.

Outside the city are less glitzy experiences. Photograph Stone Canyon Reservoir’s blue waters. Follow twisting roads to Getty View Park in the Santa Monica Mountains. At the Getty CenterOpens in a new window appreciate Richard Meier architecture and art from medieval to modern. The Central Garden is a piece of art itself.

Travel from Bel Air toward Westwood across Sunset Boulevard to the campus of University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in Westwood. Attend a play at the Geffen Playhouse, which frequently features well-known film and television stars and newly developed plays in their world premiere presentation. Find great entertainment options at the Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA (CAP) ranging from Shakespeare’s plays to David Sedaris comedy, with jazz, dance and storytelling events throughout the year. See the UCLA Bruins play football at the Rose Bowl in nearby PasadenaOpens in a new window.

Shop in Westwood Village’s boutiques and larger chains stores. Dine at American favorites and varied international restaurants. The inspiring Hammer Museum’s art and performances are free.

From Westwood, drive less than 20 minutes to reach the beauty of the Pacific Ocean at the beaches of Santa MonicaOpens in a new window. Los Angeles International Airport is about 7 miles (18 kilometers) south of Westwood and 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Bel Air.


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Top hotels in Bel Air

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

4 out of 5
361 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.360.160 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.360.160
Rp2.742.375 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,534 reviews)
"Its a great place for solo travelers on the go."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.284.766 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.284.766
Rp2.656.065 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,803 reviews)
"The room service was less than stellar! Of our 4 night stay we had to request fresh shower towels 3 times, an extra roll of toilet paper and a flickering bulb in the bathroom took 2 requests for a five minute fix! Complaints to the front desk went nowhere!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.492.919 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp2.492.919
Rp2.896.648 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,056 reviews)
"Perfect for an early flight from LAX"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp3.968.019 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp3.968.019
Rp5.184.157 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,393 reviews)
"Great location and staff. Standard rooms are spacious and clean but starting to show a lot of wear/age. Otherwise a great location and place to stay."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Loews Hollywood Hotel
Sheraton Universal Hotel

Sheraton Universal Hotel

4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA
The price is Rp3.082.959 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.082.959
Rp3.582.198 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,870 reviews)
"One of the main reasons I booked here was due to the location and close proximity to Universal Studios. This made travel to and from the park seamless. I would recommend anyone looking to visit Universal studios to stay here. Staff were friendly and very helpful. I expected more from the breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Sheraton Universal Hotel
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.081.530 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.081.530
Rp2.418.634 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,277 reviews)
"I like everything"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Bel Air

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Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Westwood
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West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.

West Los Angeles
Melrose Avenue showing shopping, fashion and signage

West Hollywood

If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Strip are top sights worth seeing.

West Hollywood
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Beverly Grove

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Beverly Grove, you might make a stop by sights like Beverly Center Shopping Mall and Melrose Avenue.

Beverly Grove
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Mar Vista

Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista
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Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Santa Monica


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