Smack dab in the middle of Venice and Malibu, two of our favourite LA
haunts, lays the Santa Monica oasis The
Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows. We felt like a Hollywood
starlet of old ensconced in one of its signature bungalow suites
complete with a private entrance and a lush, bougainvillea-filled patio.
Heres how we managed to get the best of SoCal without ever leaving the
hotel:
spa
A-list favourite Exhale
Spa is conveniently situated right next to the bungalows, which
means you can roll over in your robe and slippers, Hollywood style. Do
try the spas signature Flow massage where expert therapists roll and
kneed (think detoxifying but pain free) with a mix of carrot and avocado
oil that will leave you feeling rested and ready for dinner at Fig. www.exhalespa.com
eat
Being big fans of small plates, local ingredients and relaxed rooms, we
were thrilled to walk into Fig,
Chef Ray Garcias farm-to-table restaurant located poolside. The wait
staff is incredibly knowledgeable about the locally sourced wines and
menu items and we couldnt get enough of our mains the Ocean Trout and
the Short-rib Meatloaf. You know its a winner when more than half the
clientele are stylish locals who are on a first-name basis with their
waiters. www.figsantamonica.com
drink
We fell in love with the chic décor of the incredibly popular Bungalow
Bar (think your ideal beach house complete with requisite ikat
pillows, softly glowing lanterns and lounge seating). We were lured in
by the smell of Le Labos Santal candle exuding the perfect sexy, beachy
scent that about sums up the vibe of the bar. Do try the house specialty
fruity sangria that packs a punch. Tip: get there early and camp-out, as
its shoulder-to-shoulder come 8 p.m. nightly. www.thebungalowsm.com
See
our Santa Monica photo album today on our Editors’
Diary.
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