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Shutters on the Beach vs L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

Shutters on the Beach is a five-star oceanfront Santa Monica hotel with direct beach access, heated ocean-view pool, and a family-friendly coastal vibe—read this if you want beachfront rooms and easy pier access. L'Ermitage Beverly Hills is a refined 5-star all-suite luxury hotel in Beverly Hills known for privacy and spacious suites—read this if you want an intimate, suite-focused stay near Rodeo Drive.

Updated · about 8 miles (≈13 km) apart

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Shutters on the Beach

Beachfront · Family-friendly · Ocean-view pool

Best for travelers who want direct beachfront access, ocean views, and family-friendly beach activities.

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L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, California

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

All-suite · Privacy-focused · Beverly Hills shopping

Best for travelers who prioritize privacy, larger suite layouts, and a quieter Beverly Hills address close to Rodeo Drive.

Quick Verdict: Shutters on the Beach vs L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

When Shutters on the Beach wins: choose Shutters if you want to be steps from the sand, prefer ocean-view rooms, want beachfront dining and on-site beach activities, or are traveling with kids who’ll use the pool and nearby pier attractions.

When L'Ermitage Beverly Hills wins: choose L'Ermitage if you need a true all-suite layout, value a discreet downtown Beverly Hills location for shopping and short trips to Rodeo Drive, or want a smaller, more private hotel footprint away from the beach crowds.

Bottom line: both are five-star hotels but serve different needs—Shutters is the oceanfront choice for beach-oriented stays and families; L'Ermitage is the quieter, suite-centric option for travelers focused on privacy and Beverly Hills shopping.

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Shutters on the Beach vs L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Shutters on the Beach and L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
CategoryShutters on the BeachL'Ermitage Beverly Hills
Overall vibeCoastal, lively, family-friendlyRefined, private, residential
LocationDirectly on Santa Monica State Beach; ~5-minute walk to Santa Monica PierIn Beverly Hills, within walking distance of Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue
Size (rooms)186 guest rooms and 12 suites116 individually decorated guestrooms (all-suite positioning)
Audience / age policyAll ages welcome; reservation holder must be 18+
Pools & beachHeated ocean-view outdoor pool, whirlpool hot tub, private cabanas; direct beach accessOne outdoor pool (wheelchair-accessible pool noted); no private beach
Restaurants & barsTwo restaurants (1 Pico, Coast Beach Café & Bar) + The Living Room lounge (oceanfront options)Three restaurants including Costa Covo, plus 3 bars/lounges and 24-hour room service
Spa & fitnessONE Spa with multiple treatment rooms, rain/steam wet rooms; 24-hour fitness centerFull-service spa with treatment rooms; fitness facilities available
Known forBeachfront location, oceanfront dining, family-friendly programming and activitiesAll-suite layouts, privacy, proximity to Beverly Hills shopping
Parking & transport notesOvernight valet (reported rates vary), EV charging station, 24-hour airport shuttle for a surchargeValet parking (surcharge) and limo/town car service available; preferred airport LAX
Meeting & event spaceApproximately 8,632 sq ft across 9 event rooms (largest 3,645 sq ft)Conference space ~9,740 sq ft across 6 meeting rooms

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Location: Santa Monica beach vs Beverly Hills shopping

Shutters on the Beach – Location

Shutters sits directly on Santa Monica State Beach with immediate ocean access and easy walkability to the Pier and Third Street Promenade.

  • Steps from the Pacific Ocean and about a 5-minute walk to the Santa Monica Pier.
  • Close to Third Street Promenade, Main Street, and local bike paths; beach activities and bike rentals available.
  • About 6–8 miles from LAX and roughly 25–30 minutes to Beverly Hills by car, depending on traffic.

Choose Shutters for beach access and easy Santa Monica exploration on foot or by bike.

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – Location

L'Ermitage is in a quiet Beverly Hills block near Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue, convenient for shopping and Beverly Hills dining.

  • Within walking distance of Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue shopping and restaurants.
  • Limo or town car service available; LAX is the preferred airport.
  • Quieter, more residential setting than beachfront hotels.

Choose L'Ermitage for privacy and quick access to Beverly Hills shopping and dining.

Rooms: beachfront rooms and suites vs all-suite layouts

Shutters on the Beach – Rooms

Shutters offers a mix of rooms and suites with many ocean-view and oceanfront options across two buildings.

  • 186 guest rooms and 12 suites across the Ocean House and Beach House; multiple oceanfront and partial-ocean-view room types.
  • Room types include Suite, Ocean View; Suite (Beach House); Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront; and several ocean-view rooms.
  • Family-friendly room options and connecting rooms available; in-room Wi‑Fi and 24-hour room service.

Shutters is the pick for ocean views and family-friendly room configurations.

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – Rooms

L'Ermitage positions itself as an all-suite luxury hotel with individually decorated rooms focused on space and privacy.

  • Listing shows 116 individually decorated guestrooms and numerous suite-type names (Classic Suite, Deluxe Suite, Grand Heritage Two Bedroom, etc.).
  • Many room types emphasize suite layouts and larger footprints for longer stays or privacy.
  • In-room amenities noted include minibars, Smart TVs, private balconies in some rooms, and complimentary wired and wireless internet.

L'Ermitage is the better choice when you want larger suite layouts and a home-like stay in Beverly Hills.

Dining & drinks: oceanfront seafood and Italian vs refined hotel restaurants

Shutters on the Beach – Dining & drinks

Shutters centers dining around oceanfront 1 Pico, casual Coast Beach Café & Bar, and The Living Room lounge with Pacific views.

  • 1 Pico is a signature Southern Italian restaurant serving handmade pastas and fire-grilled seafood with panoramic ocean views; brunch offered on weekends.
  • Coast Beach Café & Bar offers casual all-day beachside dining and a seasonal Summer Rosé Bar at sunset.
  • The Living Room is a lobby lounge for cocktails, teas, and light bites with ocean-view seating.

Shutters is best if beachfront dining and ocean-view meals matter to you.

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – Dining & drinks

L'Ermitage offers multiple on-site restaurants and lounges, plus 24-hour room service.

  • Featured dining includes Costa Covo among the hotel's three restaurants and three bars/lounges.
  • 24-hour room service is available; the property markets all-day dining options.
  • Restaurants and bars suit in-house dining as well as private dining or room service needs.

L'Ermitage works well for guests who want multiple on-site dining options and private in-suite dining service.

Pools & beach: oceanfront pool vs hotel pool

Shutters on the Beach – Pools & beach

Shutters combines a heated ocean-view outdoor pool, a whirlpool hot tub, private cabanas, and direct beach access.

  • Heated ocean-view pool with chaise lounges, umbrellas, towel service, and cabanas (cabana fees apply).
  • Pool seating is reserved for registered hotel guests only and is first-come, first-served.
  • Direct access to Santa Monica State Beach for swimming, beach walks, and seaside activities.

Shutters is ideal if you want both a hotel pool and instant access to the beach.

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – Pools & beach

L'Ermitage lists a single outdoor pool among its recreational amenities; it does not have beachfront access.

  • One outdoor pool is noted; the hotel lists pool cabanas available for surcharge.
  • The pool is wheelchair-accessible—accessibility features are emphasized across the property.
  • No private beach; beach access would require travel to Santa Monica or other coast points.

L'Ermitage offers a hotel pool but not the beachfront experience.

Wellness & nightlife: spa services and evening options

Shutters on the Beach – Wellness & nightlife

Shutters' ONE Spa, beach fitness classes, and an active lobby lounge provide daytime wellness and evening relaxed entertainment.

  • ONE Spa open Tuesday–Sunday with multiple treatment rooms, wet rooms, and signature facials and body treatments.
  • 24-hour fitness center with Tonal, Peloton, Hydrow and free weights; complimentary weekend beach yoga classes.
  • Evening options include The Living Room live music and Sunset Hour at Coast during warmer months.

Shutters combines a full spa program with beach fitness and a casual evening scene.

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills – Wellness & nightlife

L'Ermitage features a full-service spa and quieter bars/lounges for after-dark drinks rather than nightlife.

  • Full-service spa with treatment rooms and an emphasis on privacy and in-room comfort.
  • Multiple bars and lounges (three noted) for drinks and more intimate evening settings.
  • Spa and wellness services available to hotel guests; fewer public nightlife options on-site than beach hotels.

L'Ermitage suits guests who want private spa treatments and quiet evening lounges over busy nightlife.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for beach access
Sunlit Living Room lounge seating with ocean view at Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach — direct access to Santa Monica State Beach, oceanfront rooms, and ocean-view dining.

Best for privacy & suites
L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, California

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills — all-suite positioning and a quieter Beverly Hills location near Rodeo Drive.

Best for families and activities
Symmetrical Living Room lounge with ocean vista at Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach

Shutters on the Beach — family-friendly programming, connecting rooms, kids' menus and nearby pier attractions.

Best for shopping-focused stays
L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, California

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

L'Ermitage Beverly Hills — short walk to Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue for high-end shopping and dining.

Frequently asked questions

Shutters on the Beach vs L'Ermitage Beverly Hills: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to the beach?

Shutters on the Beach sits directly on Santa Monica State Beach; L'Ermitage does not have beachfront access.

Which property is better for families with children?

Shutters is explicitly family-friendly with connecting rooms, kids' menus, and easy beach and pier activities; L'Ermitage is family-appropriate but positioned more for privacy and suite stays.

Do either hotel have spa facilities?

Yes. Shutters has ONE Spa with multiple treatment rooms and spa amenities; L'Ermitage also lists a full-service spa with treatment rooms.

Which hotel is better for shopping and dining in Beverly Hills?

L'Ermitage is better placed for walking to Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills restaurants; Shutters is closer to Santa Monica shopping areas like the Third Street Promenade.

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