Fairmont Century Plaza

Fairmont Century Plaza stands at 2025 Avenue of the Stars in Century City, Los Angeles, California, on the west side of the city. The hotel occupies a landmark curved tower that opened in 1966 and was designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki, and it was redeveloped and reopened under the Fairmont brand after an extensive renovation. The building's distinctive curved facade makes it a recognisable part of the Century City skyline. The location is one of the better-connected areas on the west side: the Westfield Century City shopping centre is directly across the street, a Metro D Line station is nearby, and Beverly Hills, Westwood and Santa Monica can all be reached within a short drive. Guest rooms are offered as Fairmont Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and suites, with modern interiors and many offering city or Hollywood Hills views, and rates generally range from about $350 to $750 per night. A large rooftop-level outdoor pool and sun deck provide a resort-style feel, and a spa and fitness centre are available for guests. Dining includes several restaurants and bars, ranging from casual cafe service to more formal dining, with a Mediterranean-influenced and Californian focus, and breakfast service is available for both guests and business visitors. The hotel is a major venue for conferences, weddings and entertainment-industry events, and its large ballroom and meeting spaces make it popular with corporate groups, so the lobby can be busy on weekdays. The concierge service handles reservations and local arrangements, and the service style is polished and business-friendly, while the pool and gardens also suit leisure travellers. Valet parking is standard and carries a daily charge. The nearby Century City office towers mean that weekday evenings can be quieter for dining outside the hotel, while the shopping centre offers many casual options. Visitors can also reach the Getty Center, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Santa Monica by car within a short time outside peak traffic.