Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel is once again lighting up the festive season with a curated list of experiences. From tantalizing menus to holiday traditions, bespoke décor and effervescent-inspired toasts, there are many ways to create lasting memories this December.

Ho-Ho-Holiday Traditions

Holiday Décor: Magic and merriment await at Beverly Wilshire this holiday season. Upon entering the lobby, be greeted by Valrhona chocolate polar bears, crafted by the Hotel’s talented pastry team, led by Executive Pastry Chef Riccardo Menicucci. The display is complemented by shades of blue, pinks, greens, purples and reds. It’s the perfect opportunity to grab a photo for this year’s holiday card.

Hot Chocolate Bar: Sip and savour complimentary hot chocolate and holiday-inspired sweets each night from 5:00 to 6:00 pm in the main lobby until January 2, 2024.

Holiday Boutique: ‘Tis the season for stress-free shopping in Beverly Hills. Drop by the Holiday Boutique at the Forbes Five-Star Spa at Beverly Wilshire to discover a curated selection of gifts from Beverly Wilshire-inspired candles to Four Seasons gift cards, spa products, bespoke Beverly Wilshire merchandise, and even mouthwatering panettone by Chef Riccardo. Open daily during Spa hours of operation.

Letters to Santa: Write a letter to Santa then make sure to place the wish-list in Santa’s mailbox, located in the Wilshire Wing lobby, to ensure it gets to him in time.

Festive Awnings: The exterior will match the interior with the change of awnings to green and red. Located on Rodeo Drive, it is of course imperative that the Hotel remains fashionable and updates its wardrobe on a seasonal basis, darling!

Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate Hanukkah every night beginning December 7 through 15, 2023 at 8:00 pm (except on Friday, December 8, which will happen at 3:45 pm) in the Hotel’s main lobby with a menorah lighting with local Rabbi Dovid Begun from Chabad of Southwest Beverly Hills. One and all are welcome to enjoy kosher cookies and hot beverages.

Memorable Festive Dining

Christmas Eve Brunch in THE Blvd: Holiday gatherings are done right in THE Blvd with the Christmas Eve a la carte brunch menu on Sunday, December 24, 2023 from 11:30 am to 5:00 pm. Choose from delicious options such as caviar, a selection of fresh seafood, the restaurant’s signature French toast, Restaurant Chef Dameon Evers’ special roasted chicken and sourdough Belgian waffle, Rodeo Drive pancakes, Snake River Farms striploin and eggs, and so much more. Make a reservation today.

Christmas Eve Dinner in THE Blvd: The talented team at THE Blvd will be making spirits bright with a special three-course dinner on Sunday, December 24, 2023 from 5:00 to 9:30 pm at USD 145 per adult and USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12. Begin the feast with the French onion soup, scallops or Caesar salad. For the entree, enjoy the braised wagyu beef short rib wellington, halibut, chicken or Chef Dameon’s signature vegan BBQ red beet. Next up, choose one of Chef Riccardo’s tantalizing desserts - the Ornament, a delicious take on a holiday ornament made with chocolate gianduja mousse and liquid ganache inside a chocolate shell, or the Blood Orange Panna Cotta complete with crème fraîche and yuba crisp. And to end things on a "high note," the restaurant will have live music from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. For reservations, click here.

Christmas Day in THE Blvd: Eat, drink and be merry in THE Blvd with the Christmas Day three-course menu at USD 145 per adult and USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12, culminating in Chef Riccardo’s decadent dessert buffet featuring a variety of entremets, apple cinnamon tarte tatin, blood orange Jello cake, salted caramel dark chocolate tart and gianduja pine cone. Live music from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm will also help get guests into the holiday spirit. Make a reservation today for this Monday, December 25, 2023 dining experience available between 11:30 am and 9:30 pm.

New Year’s Eve in THE Blvd: Ring in the new year on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with a Havana nights-themed extravaganza in THE Blvd at USD 395 per adult and USD 200 per child ages 6 to 12. The evening, which kicks off at 7:00 pm and ends at 1:00 am, includes a tantalizing four-course menu, glass of Telmont Champagne to toast at midnight, games, party favours and live music until 12:30 am. Space is limited so reserve a spot today.

New Year’s Eve in CUT Beverly Hills: Enjoy a special four-course menu and Masquerade themed New Year’s Eve in CUT. Enjoy 1 of 2 seatings, the first at 5:30 at USD 225 per adult and USD 95 per child 11 and under. The 2nd seating begins at 9:00 pm at USD 275 per adult (must be 21 years or older) and includes access to CUT Lounge for the after-dinner party. Enjoy a glass of Telmont Champagne at midnight, a DJ and party favours to kick off the new year in style. Book through OpenTable.

New Year’s Eve in CUT Lounge: Make the last night of 2023 one of the best yet. Kicking off at 9:00 pm, enjoy a DJ, glass of Telmont Champagne and party favours. No cover charge or reservations required (must be 21 years or older).

New Year’s Day in THE Blvd: Welcome 2024, and the Hotel’s 96th birthday, with a decadent jazz brunch on January 1, complete with a live jazz band from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The festive la carte menu features Chef Dameon’s signature chicken and waffles, French toast, steak and eggs, a braised wagyu beef short rib wellington and more. Chef Riccardo has also put together a tantalizing New Year’s Day dessert buffet featuring a variety of entremets, black forest cake, salted caramel dark chocolate tart, cinnamon apple tarte tatin and pear vanilla mini dessert. Make a reservation.

Private Parties: Looking to host a private reception, holiday party or dinner? Email suzanne.aros@fourseasons.com for pricing and details.

The Spa-Lidays

The Forbes Five-Star Spa is here to help get guests and locals alike get ready for holiday parties or simply relax after a busy day of shopping. Choose from rejuvenating massages, refreshing facials or detoxing body treatments. Book now. Open daily, Monday-Thursday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday-Sunday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The 12 Days of the Spa-lidays: Visit the Spa at Beverly Wilshire’s Instagram daily from December 1 – 12, 2023 as there will be daily announcements listing the featured complimentary gift or enhancement with same day bookings.

Toast to the Holidays

Bubbles on THE Blvd: Pop the bubbly! It’s the festive season. Toast to the holidays with Telmont Champagne and new featured specialty cocktails.

“Let’s Celebrate” Holiday Hotspot at THE Blvd: Capture a picture-perfect moment at the “Let’s Celebrate” Instagram hotspot outside THE Blvd. Take a seat in the Rémy Martin Sidecar Bike compete with a dazzling holiday decor backdrop and “Let’s Celebrate” neon sign. Don’t forget to tag @THEBlvdBW and #BWHolidays for a chance to be showcased.

Toast with Telmont in CUT Lounge: Enjoy a Toast with Telmont in CUT Lounge Fridays this holiday season (December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2023 at 5:00 pm) where the team will open a bottle of Telmont Champagne and all in attendance will receive a complimentary glass until the last drop from the bottle.

The Holiday Shake Up in CUT Lounge: Join Rémy Cointreau Brand Ambassadors in CUT Lounge for a cocktail making class Thursdays this holiday season from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. USD 30 per person, per class. Space is limited. To reserve a spot, email mark.austria@fourseasons.com

• November 30: The Martini featuring The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
• December 7: The Sidecar featuring Rémy Martin
• December 14: The Old Fashioned featuring Mount Gay Rum
• December 21: The Margarita featuring Cointreau

Escape the Winter Blues

Escape the winter blues to the sunny “blues” here in Los Angeles. Idyllic year-round weather make this the ultimate playground during the festive season. Enjoy up to 20 percent off the Room Rate when booking a stay in advance.