Looking for a memorable and unique vacation? You get just that with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts as they introduce a new collection of experiences available exclusively at their iconic properties across North & Central America. Beyond Limits is a series of journeys designed to defy convention, shatter the boundaries of expectation and elevate the luxury experience. Reflecting Los Angeles’ thriving arts and entertainment scene, the “Beyond Limits” event held at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel indeed goes beyond expectations.
Turning the concept of performance art quite literally on its side, Fairmont Century Plaza’s famed façade transformed into the first 19-storey vertical stage for an astonishing performance by famous aerial dance troupe, Bandaloop where they gracefully defied gravity. The performance was an homeage to the Century Plaza’s storied history and Century City as a destination for entertainment enthusiasts and art lovers.
Located in the center of Century City, the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel recently reopened after a $2.5 billion renovation which has 400 rooms and 85 suites. At night, the red neon lights on the exterior wall of the hotel can be seen from far and near, becoming one of the landmarks of Los Angeles.
Before becoming the hotel it is today, 20th Century Fox Studios was originally located here, but because of the failure of the box office of “Cleopatra”, this 180 acres location was sold in 1961 and developed as a hotel. The crescent-shaped 19-storey, 750-room hotel was famous for being the first to have a color TV in every room when it opened in 1966. Additionally, as Century City is home to Fox Studios and major entertainment institutions, it became the go-to venue for the Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, and even the first American state banquet held outside the White House. Notable celebrities guests include The Beatles along with Sonny and Cher. Sonny and Cher even performed at the hotel in the 1970s, and the current elevator pays tribute to their names. In early 2022, the Oscar nomination announcement luncheon, the Critics Choice awards ceremony and the Producers Guild Awards honoring George Lucas were also held at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel.
French brasserie, Lumiere is driven by the pulse of the season, using fresh, seasonal ingredients in refined dishes.
We all know that location is everything when planning a trip and itinerary. Luckily, the hotel has everything within at your fingertips. The hotel is situated close to popular tourist attractions and minutes away from LA’s most popular attractions, such as Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Robertson Blvd, Melrose Avenue, Rodeo Drive, Paramount Studios and Hollywood Blvd etc.. It is only a few steps away from the Westfield Century City shopping mall which is a a two-level, 1.3 million-square-foot outdoor shopping mall with 177 stores, includes Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and Macy’s. Even if you don’t want to rent a car to explore on your own, you can conveniently take an Uber to any destination.
It’s about a 10-minute walk from Fairmont Century Plaza hotel to Westfield Century City shopping mall.
When you want a relaxing day, the hotel has an indulgent luxurious spa where you can enjoy curated massages, facials and body treatments. On top of that – enjoy breakfast in bed by ordering room service or eat, drink and carouse at a number of their signature spots like modern French brasserie, Lumiere or grab something to go from their Patisserie. You can also enjoy an evening of cocktails and music at The Bar at Century Plaza or a cocktail and a dip at The Pool.
The 14,000-square-foot Fairmont Spa earned the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating.
Stay tuned and more extraordinary Beyond Limits experiences will be featured in May/June eliteGen magazine.
(Photo credit of Vertical Stage: Brooke Anderson)
