The Millennium Biltmore Hotel is a historic treasure situated within the financial district of Los Angeles. From the moment that I walked into this beautiful hotel I was stunned. The European influence within this hotel is amazing; the grand columns, ornate ceilings, and the elaborate marble floors were all breathtaking.

Visiting the Biltmore Hotel was like paying a visit to the past. This hotel opened in 1923 and has been honored with hosting special events such as the Academy Awards. When the hotel was first built it was the largest hotel west of Chicago. Many celebrities, presidents, and royalty have visited the Biltmore Hotel because of its grand prominence on the West Coast.

The Biltmore Hotel has been a back drop for several movies and television shows such as: Vertigo, Bachelor Party, Ghostbusters, What Women Want and The West Wing. Their Crystal Ballroom is also where the Oscar sculpture was first designed in 1927.

This hotel has several restaurants, banquet facilities, and meeting rooms. We had breakfast at Smeraldi's Restaurant, which is located next to the Rendezvous Court Lobby. Although we were late for their breakfast buffet we were still able to sample their large exquisite breakfast. The ambiance within this restaurant coordinates with the rest of this luxurious hotel which makes for a great dining experience.

This was our last main stop before leaving for the airport and heading home at the end of our trip. After visiting the Biltmore I felt like my vacation was just starting. The Biltmore is an impressive luxuriant hotel with an entertaining history. I felt that we truly saved the best experience of our trip for last.

I stayed at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel as part of a conference I attended in Los Angeles. The historical hotel has an old world charm that is almost more reminiscent of the East Coast than it is of the West. It's the definition of a grand hotel. Large hallways, high ceilings, dark wood, and a quiet ornate decor emphasize the luxury the hotel wants to emulate.

The rooms were nicely decorated. Beds were as comfortable as any bed at a nice hotel. I stayed in a standard room, which was large enough for 2 people that didn't know each other too well to stow their luggage nicely. We even got a roll-away for a third person to stay in the room and it didn't cause claustrophobia. The room, along with the bathroom were both clean. The showers were so wonderful that I opted to take one every morning and every night.

The staff at this hotel was exceptional. They really made our group feel special.

The conference rooms were gorgeous. Whenever I think of amazing "meeting" experiences, my thoughts always go back to this hotel. The rooms did not have the feel of the typical conference center room. They were opulent. The staff were so attentive. Although there were other conferences happening during our stay, I felt we were the only ones there. When the evening portion of our conference was over, they showed us to the Grand Avenue Sports Bar. This bar was a nice place that felt cozy. We got to know our co-workers better and it was a great nightcap.

My only complaint is that it wasn't in the heart of things to do. If you are in Southern California for business this is a great place to stay. If you are in LA to really experience some of the famous sites (Hollywood, Beverly Hills or the Sunset Strip) this hotel is too far away.

The hotel is walking distance to Angels Walk in Bunker Hill. I would recommend eating Mexican food at Grand Central Market.

My husband and I decided for our 10th wedding anniversary that we wanted to do a weekend get-away in our own city. The building is a historic landmark, where presidents (JFK for one), celebrities, kings, and politicians have visited. You are surrounded by classic elegance the moment you drive-up to the valet parking. It feels as though you've stepped out of the city and into another time. The staff was all extremely cordial and helpful, and since the hotel is so old there is character everywhere. It is close to all of the what downtown LA has to offer.

Our room: When opening our door we were pleasantly surprised to see the size of it! There was a large armourer, a king bed with dramatic drapes overhead in a deep navy, and a beautiful vintage style comforter. A large desk and chair, a sitting chair, two large nightstands, and there were several different lighting options.

The bathroom: Very clean and average size; (remember, this building is old so it won't be like the newer luxury hotels in Vegas etc.) there was plenty of room for two at the sink, and they give you Aveda soaps, not a big deal, but a nice touch.

Restaurant/Bar: The Galley Bar and Cognac Room was really nice after a long night at the Opera, we stopped in for a great Bloody Mary more than once! The sushi restaurant was equally as good. Sit at the sushi bar if you don't want a full course meal, and the chefs are helpful and fun to talk to.

Amenities: There is a pool, gym, spa, tea room, and more. Check-out their site for more details at www.millenniumhotels.com and click on Los Angeles.

I listed this as high end because some rooms definitely are, but you can get them more reasonably. We paid around$120 per night after mentioning our AAA card. I will go back to the Biltmore time and time again, it's beautiful.

It is a luxurious hotel that is almost a block big. It has several lounges and halls and different meeting rooms and restaurants.

The bedroom was nice. There was a lot of space, with a comfortable bathroom, fridge, and a 29-inch TV with Internet access and pay-per-view in the room.

It is located downtown, so you are walking distance from many attractions (Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Walt Disney Foundation, etc.) and 15 minutes away from the airport.

It's a great place if you can afford it!