THE NIGHTLIFE GUIDE

Beverly Hills nightlife guide to posh hotel pool bars, intimate lounges and exclusive clubs

Discover places to eat, drink and party in Beverly Hills, Century City.

The nightlife scene in Beverly Hills is all about luxurious hotel lounges, rooftop pools and intimate bars. You'll need to be a hotel guest, member or VIP to get into Above Beverly Hills, the exclusive rooftop pool and bar of the Thompson Hotel, but anyone can drink at the seductive Bar Noir at Maison 140, which serves absinthe. Other popular hotel lounges include the tropical Trader Vic's Tiki bar at the Beverly Hills Hilton, and Writer's Bar aka the Lobby Lounge of Raffles L'Ermitage Hotel, where Hollywood power players often meet for drinks. Find live jazz and modern cuisine at H.O.M.E. supper club, or hang out at the trendy Honor Bar at South Beverly Grill. Head to Confidential to find one of the few true nightclubs in Beverly Hills. This swanky establishment features an underground dance floor, crystal chandeliers and a good-looking crowd in their 20s and 30s. Situated on the edge of Beverly Hills is the legendary Playboy Mansion, home to happy bunnies and Hugh himself. The Mansion hosts several parties throughout the year, including the Midsummer Night's Dream Party, and tickets are often auctioned online for a few K's.

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