
Terranea Resort
Best for multigenerational families or guests who want oceanfront pools, on-site activities, and spacious multi-bedroom villas.
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Terranea Resort is a large, oceanfront family-friendly resort on 102 acres in Rancho Palos Verdes with multiple pools, a 50,000 sq ft spa, and a range of rooms from guestrooms to multi-bedroom villas. L'Ermitage Beverly Hills is an all-suite, 5-star hotel in Beverly Hills aimed at travelers who want compact, centrally located luxury near Rodeo Drive.
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Best for multigenerational families or guests who want oceanfront pools, on-site activities, and spacious multi-bedroom villas.

Best for travelers who want a small, all-suite luxury base in Beverly Hills close to Rodeo Drive and central LA attractions.
When Terranea Resort wins: choose Terranea if you want ocean views, multiple distinct pools (including family and adults-only options), larger suites and villas, an extensive on-site spa, and lots of on-property activities for kids and adults.
When L'Ermitage Beverly Hills wins: pick L'Ermitage if your priority is a compact all-suite hotel in Beverly Hills within easy walking distance of Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue, with personalized service and a quieter urban location.
Bottom line: Terranea is a resort destination for stretched-out stays, outdoor activity, and families; L'Ermitage is a downtown Beverly Hills luxury hotel for shoppers, short city stays, and travelers who prefer an all-suite hotel footprint.
| Category | Terranea Resort | L'Ermitage Beverly Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-scale oceanfront property with active family and event traffic | Small, all-suite urban luxury hotel focused on discreet service |
| Location | Rancho Palos Verdes — oceanfront, coastal trails and coves nearby | Beverly Hills — shopping district near Rodeo Drive and Melrose Ave |
| Size | About 560 rooms across 102 oceanfront acres (resort with villas & casitas) | 116 individually decorated guestrooms/suites |
| Audience / age policy | All ages; family-friendly (kids' club, children's pool, waterslide) | All ages (not adults-only) |
| Pools | Four oceanfront pools (family pool with 140-ft waterslide, adults-only pools, spa pool) | One outdoor pool (pool hours 6:00 AM–9:00 PM noted) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues (Mar'Sel, Catalina Kitchen, Bashi, Nelson's, plus cafés and pool grills) | Three restaurants plus a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Terranea — 50,000 sq ft, 25 treatment rooms, steam rooms, signature treatments | Full-service spa with treatment rooms and typical hotel spa services |
| Known for | Oceanfront setting, family amenities, large spa and event/wedding space | All-suite rooms and Beverly Hills address near Rodeo Drive |
| Event / meeting space | Extensive: over 135,000 sq ft indoor/outdoor event space and many venues (ballrooms, lawns) | Conference space ~9740 sq ft with six meeting rooms |
| Pet policy | Pets allowed in designated Casita accommodations with published pet fees | Allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply) |
Terranea sits on 102 oceanfront acres in Rancho Palos Verdes with direct access to coastal trails and scenic coves.
Choose Terranea if you want a coastal, out-of-town setting focused on ocean views and outdoor activities.
L'Ermitage is an all-suite hotel in Beverly Hills within walking distance of Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue.
Choose L'Ermitage when you want to be in the middle of Beverly Hills shopping and restaurants.
Terranea offers a wide range of accommodations from guestrooms to multi-bedroom villas and casitas aimed at families and groups.
If you need multi-bedroom space or oceanfront suites, Terranea provides significantly larger accommodation options.
L'Ermitage is positioned as an all-suite luxury hotel with individually decorated rooms.
L'Ermitage suits travelers who prefer suite-style rooms in a compact, urban hotel footprint.
Terranea has an extensive on-site dining program ranging from fine dining to casual poolside fare.
Expect many on-site dining options covering formal dinners, family meals, wellness-focused dishes, and poolside snacks.
L'Ermitage lists three on-site restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service.
L'Ermitage offers a concise set of dining options appropriate for an intimate, city-center luxury hotel.
Pools and ocean access are central to Terranea's resort experience.
If pools, a waterslide, and direct coastal access matter, Terranea is purpose-built around those features.
L'Ermitage has a single outdoor pool for guest use.
L'Ermitage's pool suits a shorter city stay or a cooling break after shopping rather than a pool-focused vacation.
Terranea's large spa and programmed wellness options are a major draw for on-site relaxation and fitness.
Terranea is aimed at guests who want a comprehensive spa and programmed wellness alongside evening resort entertainment.
L'Ermitage provides a full-service spa and quiet, polished nightlife options more typical of an urban luxury hotel.
L'Ermitage fits travelers who want hotel spa services and chic evening drinks without the scale of resort entertainment.

Terranea — kids' club, family pool with 140-ft waterslide, multiple family-friendly restaurants and large multi-bedroom villas.

L'Ermitage — steps from Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue, compact all-suite layout ideal for shopping-focused stays.

Terranea — 50,000 sq ft Spa at Terranea with 25 treatment rooms, signature treatments, saunas and plunge pools.

L'Ermitage — smaller, all-suite hotel with personalized service and easy access to central LA attractions.
Terranea — it offers a kids' club, a family pool with a waterslide, multi-bedroom villas, and many family-focused activities.
L'Ermitage — it’s in Beverly Hills within walking distance of Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue.
Terranea — The Spa at Terranea is a 50,000 sq ft oceanfront facility with 25 treatment rooms, whereas L'Ermitage lists a full-service spa but on a much smaller hotel scale.
No — both properties accept guests of all ages; Terranea markets family amenities and L'Ermitage is not listed as adults-only.
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