Avalon Hotel

“The Avalon could be one of the best-kept secrets of LA,” says Leigh Jae Manacher. But one look around its gorgeous sea-green décor and high modern ambiance with art deco accents will make you want to shout its name from the rooftop. “[The hotel bar] is a great place to go after the party is over elsewhere, and the pool area is intimate and modern—with the perfect amount of liveliness without being too loud.  The menu at its Mediterranean-style Oliverio Restaurant , which was recently revamped to wide-spread acclaim, is an added draw. “Need I mention that Kelly Wearstler’s fabulous designs make it alone worth a visit?” adds Manacher. So fabulous, we say, it’s worth mentioning twice!