The Downtown Center Business Improvement District (DCBID) today announced its Holiday Vacation Campaign, “L.A. Holiday Stay-and-Play,” offering a wide range of hotel, dining and entertainment packages aimed at making winter holiday vacations easy, affordable and memorable.
With the high cost of airline travel and continuing high prices at the gas pumps, Californians are looking for more affordable winter vacation options closer to home.
The DCBID and major hotels in Downtown Los Angeles have created attractive, holiday-themed travel packages for vacationers interested in making the most of their holiday dollars, while immersing themselves in the vast amount of culture, entertainment and exclusive shopping opportunities available in Downtown L.A.
The various room packages include a exclusive shopping tour in the Fashion District; gift cards at Macy’s, Grady G. Taylor Jewelry and the FIDM Museum Store; StarLine Tour bus passes; a personal training session; tickets to sporting and entertainment events; dining packages at the city’s best restaurants; spa treatments; free valet parking; in-town shuttle transportation; discounts on shopping and sight-seeing excursions and other services to make a visitor’s winter sojourn in Downtown the best holiday option for Californians.
By saving travel time and the expense and hassle of air travel, Californians enjoying the holidays closer to home have more time to relax--and less of the usual holiday stress and anxiety--while enjoying world-class music and theater, museums and cultural centers, sports, and a tremendous range of restaurants, nightclubs and lounges.
“The holidays are such a great time to visit the heart of L.A.--Downtown Los Angeles--and discover the many gems this city holds,” says Carol E. Schatz, President & CEO, DCBID. “Whether it’s Pershing Square’s radiant ‘Downtown on Ice,’ the Christmas trees at City Hall, the Music Center or the ‘Light of the Angels’ holiday celebration at L.A. Live, Downtown really comes alive this time of year.”
Marking the start of this festive season, below are several premier hotel packages that are ideal for travelers looking for outstanding holiday deals in Downtown L.A.:
For more information, please visit www.downtownla.com.
Hilton Checkers
“Private Shopping Tour in L.A. Fashion District” – Starting at $214
Stay at the Hilton Checkers Los Angeles and experience L.A.’s fashion industry first-hand. Find the best buys for that perfect gift or to spice up your wardrobe. A knowledgeable personal shopping guide will escort guests to small boutiques and sample sales known only to locals and insiders. Snag the hot L.A. trends in apparel, all at near-wholesale prices.
Package includes:
- Deluxe Guestroom
- Late Check Out Guarantee
- Private Shopping Tour with Urban Shopping Adventure
- Map Package of Downtown Los Angeles
- Breakfast for Two
- Free valet parking
Available Mondays through Saturdays. Not available on Thanksgiving Day, the day before Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, or Dec. 26.
The Los Angeles Athletic Club
“Bubbles and Baubles”– Starting at $249
Come see all that sparkles in Downtown L.A. After an exhilarating day of shopping for jewels, relax with a bottle of bubbly compliments of The Los Angeles Athletic Club. Starting at $249 / night for single or double occupancy.
Package includes:
- Deluxe Room Accommodations
- $100 gift certificate to Grady G. Taylor Jewelry Inc., private showroom across the street from Los Angeles Athletic Club, specializing in diamonds and fine jewelry
- Complimentary American Buffet Breakfast and parking
Promotion code: STAYB
“Rest and Rejuvenate”– Starting at $229
Take a break from the holiday frenzy. Rejuvenate at The Los Angeles Athletic Club. Starting at $229 / night for single or double occupancy.
Package includes:
- Deluxe Room Accommodations
- One hour of Pilates or Personal Training session
- Seasonal amenity and one luxurious Los Angeles Athletic Club Robe for guests to take home
- Complimentary American Buffet Breakfast and complimentary parking.
Promotion code: STAYR. Specials good through Dec. 30, 2008.
The Millennium Biltmore
“Silver Bells Package”– Starting at $219 for Classic rate / $269 for Club rate
Package includes:
- Accommodations in one of the elegant Classic or Club Level(a) rooms
- Valet parking
- Daily breakfast buffet for two at Smeraldi’s Restaurant
- $25 Macy’s gift card, valid at either of Downtown’s two large Macy’s stores
(a) Club Level rooms include additional in-room Club amenities such as turndown service, bottled water and cozy Biltmore bathrobes and slippers. Both packages subject to availability. Prices exclude tax and gratuity. One Macy’s gift card per package, while supplies last. Valid Nov. 26 – Dec. 30, 2008.
Omni Los Angeles
“Nimble Nutcracker Package”– Starting at $279
Rejoice this holiday season with the Nimble Nutcracker. This package is exclusively designed in celebration of The Nutcracker, presented by the world-renowned Kirov Ballet at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.
Package includes:
- Deluxe accommodations
- Valet parking
- Roundtrip sedan transportation to the ballet
- Ballet-themed amenities for children and adults
Available Dec. 17-20, 2008. Subject to Availability. Terms and Conditions May Apply.
O Hotel
“Stay & Play Package”– Starting at $156-$168
One-night stay: $168
Two-night weekend stay: $156/night
Package includes:
- Two-night weekend stay
- $25 voucher for FIDM Museum Store
- Choice of red or white wine
- Complimentary valet parking
- Opportunity for an upgrade to an exclusive Flower Room if available
Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown
“Concerts & Events Package”– Starting at $199
Whether attending a game at the Staples Center or a concert at the Nokia Theatre, visitors can stay at the Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown. Guests can keep the fun going just a little longer and get into the groove with this package, starting at $199.
Package includes:
- Breakfast for two
- $15 iTunes gift card
- Complimentary bar appetizer
- Complimentary parking
The Standard
“MOCA Stay and Play Package”– Starting at $275
Package includes:
- Overnight stay in Large Room for one night
- Breakfast for two in the Restaurant, open 24/7
- Two general admission tickets to Museum Of Contemporary Art
- Complimentary parking
Available through Dec. 30, 2008, based upon availability. Package rate excludes tax; breakfast value up to $50 excludes tax, gratuity and alcohol. Package components have no cash value and may not be exchanged for cash. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion, group, or previously booked reservation.
Stay Hotel
“Stay Package” – Starting at $239 per person
Package includes:
- Accommodations for two nights
- One-day StarLine Tours bus pass for a tour of Downtown L.A.
- Fresh specialty brand cup of coffee
- Daily parking
Wake up to a freshly-brewed cup of coffee at Marty, Stay’s new café, and prepare for a fun-filled day of shopping and sightseeing. The hop-on, hop-off pass allows guests to stop on a whim, visit L.A. Live, the shopping district, or one of the many exciting art galleries in Downtown. The pass is also valid on other StarLine Tours hop-on, hop-off routes. Hotel reservations will be honored based on availability. Special offer expires Dec. 31, 2008.
Westin Bonaventure
“Renewing Holiday Spa Experience”– Starting at $269-$397
Enjoy an In-Room Spa Service by Westin as we create a renewing and relaxing experience.
Holiday In-Room Spa Service includes:
- One bedroom suite
- Your choice of: a sixty-minute full-body massage; a beautifying manicure & pedicure; or a one hour of healing energy work.
- Breakfast
- Valet parking
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Single occupancy: $269/night
Double occupancy: $397/night
Package is available Nov. 28 through Dec. 30, 2008. Package is based on availability and is exclusive of occupancy tax and gratuities.
Wilshire Grand
“Steak Dinner For Two”– Starting at $149-$169
$149 – Deluxe room
$169 – Executive level room, incl. deluxe continental breakfast in Executive Lounge
Package includes:
New York Steak Dinner for Two at Cardini Ristorante.(b)
Ask for an additional night and guests will receive a special rate of $99 Deluxe/$119 Executive and Grand Discount Coupons, including:
- 10% discount for Breakfast at the City Grill Breakfast Buffet
- 15% discount off all services at Salon Belleza spa
- Free 10-minute Chair Massage at Salon Belleza Spa
- 10% discount off all Guideline Sightseeing Tour Packages
- $10 discount / day at Avis Car Rental
- $10 discount off two flower arrangements at Basic Flowers
- 20% discount at Nina Ricci Boutique for Men & Women
- 10% discount at Travel Traders Gift Shop
- 20% discount off LACMA & Beverly Hills Tours
- 20% discount off LACMA Family Tour
- 11% saving pass at Macy’s
- 50% discount for various events in Los Angeles
(b) Inclusive Tax & Gratuity for Dinner/Alcohol not included
Getting Here on Amtrak
Amtrak trains are an economical and environmentally-friendly way to travel to Downtown L.A. for your holiday staycation. Below are sample “round-trip rail fares” on the Pacific Surfliner for adults (age 16+) from select cities to Los Angeles. Up to two children ages two to 15 may ride at half-price for each adult fare purchased. Seniors age 62+ may ride at a 15% discount. Certain blackout dates apply.(c)
$58 - San Diego
$38 - Oceanside
$30 - San Juan Capistrano
$34 - Ventura
$42 - Santa Barbara
$60 - San Luis Obispo
(c) Fares, routes, schedules and services may change without notice. Rates are for off-peak period through May 21, 2009. 2008 blackout dates are Nov. 25-27, Nov. 29-Dec.1, Dec. 23-24, Dec. 26-28 and Dec. 31. For 2009, blackout dates are Jan. 1 and April 10-12.
For more information, go to www.amtrak.com.
About the Downtown Center Business Improvement District:
The DCBID is a coalition of property owners united in their commitment to enhance the quality of life in Downtown Los Angeles. The organization helps the 65-block central business district achieve its full potential as a great place to live, work, and play. Nearly 480 property owners provide funds to the district via a special voluntary tax assessment, which finances safety and maintenance services, as well as business recruitment/retention and marketing programs. For more information, visit www.downtownla.com or call 213-624-2146.
Contacts:
Victoria Rangel, 310-309-6623
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917-406-2062
victoria.rangel@bm.com
