Fairmont Century Plaza to Open this Fall in Los Angeles with Showpiece 14,000 Square Foot Spa and More

Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California.

Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California.

This fall, iconic mid-century modern Century Plaza Hotel in Century City, California will be reborn as the Fairmont Century Plaza. The fully reimagined Los Angeles landmark is the centerpiece of a $2.5B mixed-use development project on 6.14 acres. 

Originally debuting in 1966, the hotel has welcomed presidents, heads of state, and a long list of celebrities over the years. It was designed by renowned architect Minoru Yamasaki (best known for the original World Trade Center in New York City) and earned a spot on the list for National Trust for Historic Preservation in 2009. 

Guest room at Fairmont Century Plaza.

Guest room at Fairmont Century Plaza.

The fall reopening will showcase a transformation by international design firm Yabu Pushelberg, featuring 400 luxury guest rooms, all boasting their own private balcony, and 63 private residences. When it comes to dining, James Beard Award-nominated Executive Chef Jason Franey will helm signature restaurant Lumière, a seasonal, modern American Brasserie, while the 17th-floor rooftop pool will offer cabanas and serve up whimsical beverages with California flair. There’s also close to 24,000-square-feet of private event space that will include one of the largest ballrooms in Los Angeles and will seat over 1,500 in the future.

Rooftop pool at Fairmont Century Plaza.

Rooftop pool at Fairmont Century Plaza.

One of the features that we are most excited about is the Fairmont Spa Century Plaza, a 14,000-square-foot spa. The spa will offer state-of-the-art facilities, experiential showers, a sanarium, Himalayan salt room, aromatherapy steam room, hammam, innovative guest experiences, and a wide range of luxury products. We chatted with Magdaleena Nikolov, Director of Spa, to learn more about the upcoming fall opening:

Fairmont Century Plaza Spa.

Fairmont Century Plaza Spa.

What will guests love most about Fairmont Century Plaza?

Guests of Fairmont Century Plaza will not only love the hotel’s high design and proximity to some of the city’s shopping, dining, and entertainment, but will also enjoy access to LA’s top spa experts and restaurant helmed by a James Beard-nominated chef.

What can guests expect from a visit to Fairmont Century Plaza?

When visiting Fairmont Century Plaza, guests will be at the new epicenter of where business meets Hollywood, surrounded by sophisticated design, luxurious amenities, and impeccable service. Fairmont Century Plaza will provide an escape for visitors and Angelenos alike right in the heart of Century City.

Can you describe the accommodations?

Fairmont Century Plaza is completely unique in Los Angeles, as all 400 rooms have their own private balcony, with east and west-facing views.

Can you share a little about the dining options?

Guests of Fairmont Century Plaza will be able to indulge in one of the city’s most anticipated new restaurants, our modern American brasserie, Lumière. Executive Chef Jason Franey is James Beard-nominated and has some really exciting menus in the works. Anyone in the mood for a beautifully crafted cocktail will love The Bar at Century Plaza, the heartbeat of the lobby. And our hotel guests will be able to relax with inventive drinks and bites at the rooftop pool oasis with sweeping views of Los Angeles.

Tell us about the key features at your spa and the amenities offered?

Upon opening, Fairmont Spa Century Plaza will be one of the most impressive spas ever unveiled in Los Angeles and the showpiece of Fairmont Century Plaza. At 14,000 square-feet, the spa will feature a cutting-edge design with nine treatment rooms, experiential showers, a sanarium, Himalayan salt room, aromatherapy steam room, and a hammam. Guests will experience a holistic wellness journey, from the attentive care from our top estheticians and massage therapists to results-driven treatments and luxury products.

The spa will bring a modern approach to time-honored wellness philosophies and practices, as well as go beyond the traditional spa experience to create a program centered around emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. We are so delighted to be welcoming several world-renowned and highly sought-after experts in health, nutrition, and anti-aging, whose talents can only be experienced in Los Angeles at Fairmont Spa Century Plaza.

To keep learn more, visit Fairmont Century Plaza and follow @FairmontCenturyPlaza on Instagram.

[Images courtesy of Fairmont Century Plaza]

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