L.A. Wildfire Evacuees Find Shelter at Storied Hollywood Hotels

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No one asked for this staycation.

Residents of Los Angeles who have tragically lost their homes or had to urgently evacuate due to the rapidly spreading wildfires that currently lack any containment in Los Angeles County are seeking shelter in some of the city’s historic hotels, benefiting from reduced room rates and without needing a FEMA emergency voucher.

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Los Angeles residents who have suffered home loss or near-death evacuation experiences due to the uncontrolled wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County are finding temporary solace in some of the city’s renowned hotels, with discounted rates and no requirement for a FEMA emergency voucher.

On Tuesday, the Kimpton La Peer Hotel, situated near Melrose Avenue and Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood‘s Design District, became crowded and has remained so until Thursday, as it accommodates evacuees fleeing from fires. A representative of La Peer shared with The Hollywood Reporter that the hotel is bustling with families and pets, and they have set up a grazing station in the lobby for guests to enjoy warm chocolate chip cookies, hot cocoa, snacks, and drinks during this challenging period. This gesture aims to bring some comfort to everyone during these difficult times.

On a sunny Wednesday, The Shutters on the Beach – a timeless oceanfront haven nestled among palm trees and sandy coastlines in Santa Monica – was completely booked. Most of its guests were individuals who had lost their homes due to destructive fires. Situated a mile from the Pacific Coast Highway and neighboring the Pacific Palisades district, between Santa Monica and Malibu, this beach location lies near the highly flammable Santa Monica Mountains, where many celebrities and television personalities reside and were displaced by the wildfires.

Shutters on the Beach is keeping a close eye on the ongoing situation, and we’ll share more information once it becomes available,” their representative stated. You can find a comprehensive directory of Santa Monica hotels offering reduced rates for those affected by fires here.

Notable individuals such as Jennifer Aniston, Bradley Cooper, Eugene Levy, Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson, Reese Witherspoon, Adam Sandler, Michael Keaton, Miles Teller, Michael Mann, Ann Sarnoff, Carol Lombardini, Alan Bergman, Kathleen Kennedy, Steve Guttenberg, and James Woods are all residents of this particular area.

Numerous celebrities like Levy, who currently serves as the honorary mayor of Pacific Palisades, are posting traumatic experiences on social media as they evacuate due to the fires. Notable figures such as James Woods, Mandy Moore, and Diane Warren have sadly lost their homes to these flames. Famous locations in Malibu, including several well-known restaurants, the Palisades Charter High School, Will Rogers’ historic ranch house, and the iconic Topanga Ranch Motel (formerly owned by William Randolph Hearst) have all been devastated by the fires.

Due to the ongoing wildfires in the Santa Monica Mountain range, several hotels are maintaining a heightened state of readiness. Later on Wednesday, the city of Santa Monica announced an evacuation for certain districts. These areas lie north of Montana Avenue, between 11th Street and the Pacific Coast Highway. This zone encompasses establishments like The Huntley Hotel, Fairmont Miramar, and Palihouse Santa Monica. The orders for regions beyond San Vicente remain active.

As a gamer putting on my hotelier hat for a moment, I’d say: “My heart goes out to everyone affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles County. I, along with Hilton, are keeping a close eye on the situation, prioritizing the safety and security of our guests and team members above all else. At present, we have no reports of any physical damage or evacuations at Hilton properties in the affected area.

As a gamer speaking, here’s my take:

I’ve got some good news for fellow travelers! Hilton has announced that they’re waiving any changes or cancellation fees for bookings with arrival dates up to January 10th. That means more flexibility for your plans!

What’s even better is that many local hotels are extending special rates for evacuees. One such place is the Fairmont Miramar – Hotel and Bungalows in Santa Monica, the city’s unique seaside resort offering cozy bungalows. So if you’re looking to escape, these deals could be just what you need!

The present accommodation deal for evacuees stands at $452 per night, encompassing taxes and resort charges. However, rooms are swiftly disappearing, as a representative from the iconic Sun and Sand Retreat in Santa Monica mentioned: “We’ve encountered more difficulties catering to larger groups rather than smaller ones.

Just down the street from Hotel Erwin, a well-known Venice Beach icon featuring a popular rooftop bar on the beachfront, a front desk clerk informed THR that approximately 80 rooms were occupied on Tuesday night by local evacuees fleeing fires, many of whom arrived with pets and children.

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At The Hoxton Downtown LA on vibrant neon-lit Broadway, there’s a unique offer for evacuees. This historic building, which once served as the Los Angeles Railway headquarters in 1922, is now providing special rates. Currently, you can book a room at just $100 per night until Friday. From Friday onwards, the rate will increase to $150 per night until the weekend ends.

Reserve your stay directly on thehoxton.com using the code HERE2HELP, and you’ll enjoy a reduced valet fee of $40 per night! Plus, if available, free cribs and diapers for toddlers are included. The Hoxton, under its parent company Ennismore, extends an open invitation: “We want everyone in need of a place to stay to know our hotels are always here for them.

The Chamberlain Hotel in West Hollywood, situated near Sunset Boulevard, offers accommodations at a special rate of $199 per night for those seeking pet-friendly rooms, much like their sister property Le Parc at Melrose, an all-suite establishment. On their Instagram page, the Chamberlain expresses that “pets are part of our family too.

The Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood provides a 20% discount (use code DSEVAC) for evacuees, valid until January 18th. Meanwhile, the Petit Ermitage, another hotel in West Hollywood with a panoramic view of the smoky Santa Monica skyline, offers a special rate of $199 per night (before taxes) to those affected by the fires.

A representative from Petit Ermitage stated that there are numerous rooms vacant for tonight’s stay, however, they do have a significant number of evacuees residing within the premises, as reported to THR.

In less fashionable areas of Los Angeles, away from its most luxurious hotels, Airbnb.org (the charitable branch of Airbnb) collaborates with 211 LA to offer temporary, affordable or free housing solutions for those in dire circumstances who have been displaced.

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In less affluent parts of Los Angeles, outside its luxury hotels, Airbnb.org partners with 211 LA to provide temporary, low-cost housing for evacuees in need.

Airbnb.org finances the accommodations, with support from generous Airbnb hosts who often provide their homes at no cost or reduced rates via Airbnb.org. This was shared by Airbnb on Wednesday in a public statement, as they do not provide housing themselves.

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2025-01-09 02:25