I Stay In The Beverly Hills Hotel!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I Stay in the world ONLY 7 Star Hotel! 👉kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3LCZ2ydbZx8otk

[@emilyfrazier8392]

didnt look 7 stars

[@greekre]

that's nice, thank you for supporting the sultan of bruni by staying at his hotel, just dont visit his country as they execute the gays there

[@bigman2352]

@@emilyfrazier8392wrong video 🙄

[@scottmatthew9605]

Tim I don't know if you'll see this but please don't be apologetic for your channel being successful and you earning more from it due to that. It enables you to make this content. And I would add that if you get offered sponsorship deals, you should take them, assuming morally you agree. There's only so many opportunities in life, and with how hard you work to bring people this content you really deserve it.

[@heeeeeresrossy]

Here here! Tim has more than earned his success. And he should take everything offered to him...too right! I hope Tim reaches the 1million subs mark sooner than later 👍

[@mryrius]

I for one appreciate the statements made, shows consciousness of his opportunities to succeed especially on a platform, with such volatility. He didn’t just start doing this last year, he’s been involved in talk shows and travel videos when he was younger, and wow, he hasn’t changed. He’s well known in the Norfolk area.

[@Rebecca_Bailey]

Not sure why he would feel the need to apologise, I enjoy watching his vlogs, It makes me feel like I was there especially with the way he describes things and has an honest review on it

[@thisperson5294]

ABSOLUTELY! Just keep doing the odd Live from Great Yarmouth please. 😂

[@heeeeeresrossy]

@@mryrius I believe both Tim & Alan Partridge are the two pillars of the community 🤣☺

[@dorisschneider-coutandin9965]

There's no way I would ever be willing to pay a "employee health and benefit surcharge". That needs to be entirely done by the employer and not by the customer. Same, btw, applies to tips, which are so ridiculously high in the USA just because they fail to pay their waiting staff some decent wages!

[@LVQ-so5th]

Every business passes tax costs onto customers. Whether it is hidden in the the total cost or itemized as a separate expense doesn't change the fact that you, the customer,, are paying it.

[@SomeOne-mp6ym]

There may be laws in an area that require disclosure about up charges. Employee health and benefit surcharge. NO!

[@nancyjeanisnj]

As a former employee of the BHH this was a nice walk down memory lane. I loved seeing all the familiar places, and they have not changed much, it's a classic. One of the things we were known for was our customer service, but i didn't see you interacting with much of the staff, and i don't know if that's post covid or things have just changed there. For example any time we had a new guest checking in we would walk them to the room to and tell them about the hotel then point out how to operate features in the room. It was a nice one on one experience that most hotels didn't offer. We would have let you know about the coffee situation and if you wanted, have housekeeping send up a coffee maker. I know it seems weird, but that was the level of one on one customer service we were going for, a real guest interaction instead of just a nameless faceless anywhere hotel that was not memorable. We had so many guests that said they felt like we were family, we knew them by name, and they knew their favorite staff by name. Ahhh, the good old days. Like i said, maybe post covid has changed that type of interaction :(

[@jstanders6973]

Great comment Nancy, gives another dimension to Tim's experience. I'm sure you were a great asset to the Hotel. Best wishes from England. Julie 🌸

[@annemarie8483]

Yes, thank you. I wondered the same, myself. Not much one on one, for that price. The hotel also seemed very empty.

[@marylandu.s.391]

What is that about being charged employee benefits, etc.? I’ve never seen that before.

[@swicheroo1]

@@marylandu.s.391 It's a new thing. Usually in major metropolitan cities at upscale places. They tax you on that charge, too!

[@deborahchapman222]

I figured that Tim could ask for a coffee pot to be brought to the room. Also, when do you tip? I was a bit confused about that. Thank you, Deborah

[@glengamble526]

I lived in L.A. for a short period of time and on my last night in town, we went out to the strip for a few drinks. I was a little drunk and sad that I was leaving-and lamenting the fact that I had never seen the inside of the BHH. So on the way home, I asked my Cali friend if he could stop there-I was going in. I marched into the lobby, after midnight I might add-and explained my dilemma. And the staff couldn’t have been any nicer…they showed me around the lobby area, gave me some matchbooks, postcards, pens and stationary. It was very sweet of them and a cool memory. And some day I shall stay there!

[@marciayoung8735]

Don't waste your money it isn't what it used to be

[@glengamble526]

@@marciayoung8735 is anything…?

[@Jrt91]

@@marciayoung8735 🥱 let them make there own mind up and stay there.

[@Ale888888a]

Marcia, can you recommend a luxury hotel in Beverly Hills that is really worth what you pay, with what you get? Thank you.

[@Ale888888a]

@@marciayoung8735 Marcia, can you recommend a luxury hotel in Beverly Hills that is really worth what you pay, with what you get? Thank you.

[@ricr7289]

Does paying an Employee Health Benefit tax means that the hotel has somehow legally found a way to avoid paying their share of the employee's health insurance plan and they have instead passed that charge on to the public?!

[@SammieScotia]

Right, that was insane. I definitely wouldn't pay that price unless I was a millionaire. Beautiful hotel though. Love the pool.

[@zzizahacallar]

Sounds about right

[@deathbysnusnu515]

Yeah I could see myself getting into a row about that. Beyond cheeky.

[@belligirl21]

Yes indeed! That’s the kind of nonsense that goes on in California.

[@Godschild52909]

Yes indeed. It's super cheeky/rude. Plus if you're not on top of things they'll add in their own tip and charge "tax" on that too (tax that doesn't go to the government as it's not a taxable charge )

[@woofolliesmydog8628]

I stayed in Bangalow 1c for my 40th birthday for 3 nights. It's a lovely hotel. And yes, I stole the corkscrew.

[@frankromero5581]

Lololo

[@danniellejohnson448]

Why not ask? I’m sure they wouldn’t say no 😂

[@janm9526]

I really, REALLY enjoy this series. Chap is nice and down-to-earth. Kind - even when there is nothing good to say about a place, he is honest, but always tries to find a positive in the negative. (See Circus, Circus; Las Vegas). This is better than watching the news!😃

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Wow thanks, I'll be back in LA very soon

[@janm9526]

@@WalkWithMeTim Actually, I'm enjoying all the trips you take; The Ritz in London, The most northerly hotel (polar bears, reindeer), Circus Circus Las Vegas; I pass 'em on to friends and family so they can watch too. Better than the news (doom n' gloom). Oh - and yes - I subscribed.

[@CharlesBallard-f3t]

This really blows the plaza hotel away

[@xlnuniex]

6:04 I love Jon Lovitz. I can’t believe you referenced FRIENDS amongst his other work 😂

[@mrkyeg]

Yeah, he was great in The Critic!

[@sillywill72]

Now THAT is a Hotel! 🌴🌸🌴🌸🌴

[@Joe-q6x]

Since 2021, Rates at the Beverly Hills Hotel have gone up over 60%, a deluxe room in 2019-2020 was $675 a night, now it's $1,600 per night. Crazy prices, even for Beverly Hills.

[@chellib3533]

Biden-nomics

[@Predikant]

6uild 6ack 6etter!

[@stevepotfora7461]

@@chellib3533 you know very well under capitalism the President does not set the rates at hotels. This is simply another example of corporate greed.

[@erique_k]

Le Bristol went from $700 to $2100.

[@user-mp4zs2by9m]

I’m so grateful you stayed here so I get to see it but don’t have to foot the bill! 😂 Thank You Tim, excellent vlog!

[@annatidmarsh8085]

Thank you for showing us inside this iconic hotel, it's the closest I'll ever come to staying there!! 🤣 Fascinating to see what the hotel is actually like inside after seeing it from the outside countless times on TV & the big screen! As always Tim, fantastic and so entertaining!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

its funny you see something that is so Hollywood and been in the movies and stuff .. and you then stay here its nothing special

[@lbco5229]

You can still go in. Treat yourself to a cold soda at the pool restaurant and enjoy the experience for very little expense.

[@BonnieBlair-zm4uu]

Welcome to the 🏨 hotel 🛍️ 🧳 California 😃👍🤍✌️💛🕯️

[@sebastianniittyvuopio5017]

Whitney Houston's last bath😮

[@rosespinale3861]

​@sebastianniittyvuopio5017 Sorry, but Whitney died at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, not the Beverly Hill Hotel.

[@PerfectRodo]

As an American, my thought on seeing that room was, “that’s at least a $1200 room right there” so I wasn’t too far off. The breakfast was expensive - even as a New Yorker, seeing eggs and hashbrowns for over $24 makes my eyes water. But Jon Loviitz celebrity sighting? Priceless!

[@irenedavo3768]

1200 !

[@irenedavo3768]

Too expensive

[@sebastian3004]

But it doesn't even have jacuzzi sized bathtub. just a tub like you have at home lol

[@PhotoDaveJax]

I was pre-guessing $1200 as well. Shocking & sad about the fees/taxes. California is doomed without changes.

[@neferazure]

​@@irenedavo3768$1200 is literally the LOW END for a Luxury Boutique Hotel like Beverly Hills Hotel. You'd prob have a heart attack if you found out the prices of the higher-end suites there. The vast majority of people who stay there, money is not an object for them; $1200/night is chump change for them. And if you're working there, the tips are AMAZING. Rich clientele tend to be VERY generous with the tips. I also like that they pay their employees a reasonable wage, well above minimum in addition to the tips. You could actually live off your pay here.

[@juliedesnick7401]

Now, restaurants here in LA are adding fees besides taxes at the end. There is a rebellion against it.

[@hazelanderson1479]

Before you itemised the bill, I was reckoning at about $850. My jaw dropped when you gave the actual cost! It’s fascinating to watch you showing us the opulence of these places, Tim, but I still think you were robbed, especially the Employee Health & Benefit and BH Occupancy charges. If I stay somewhere here in the UK, I’ve never been charged anything like this. What a racket!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

tell me about it .. lets hope the employees see some of the money

[@ImpaledGryphon]

@@WalkWithMeTim i believe the health and benefits fee covers medical insurance and sundry costs be it sick days or things like employees have to get homes fumigated if a customer brings bedbugs, the bh occupancy charge is coming to the uk with both london and manchester looking to add a charge to hotel (and other) customers.

[@daniellatheczarina2u915]

All those hidden charges 😅 I'd pass but then LA has never been my must go to place.

[@jonathanfinan722]

Me and her stayed at a five star gaff in Yorkshire a couple of years ago. Staff in top hats, pick up from the railway station, as much breakfast in bed as we wanted, three course dinner (one of which was halibut with caviar sauce) and wines. It was less than £500 for the weekend.

[@Sophie-k7c]

😢 I went to Washinton DC American 30 years ago, and the first time, I took a taxi to somewhere for the fee of $10 after pay in cash , the taxi door was locked by the driver, he then saying : You haven't paid tip yet! I was shocked about the tips paid by force in American. Disgusting!

[@DarcyDigs]

That banana leaf tapestry is giving Golden Girls vibes! Does anyone remember Blanche's bedroom? The lack of coffee and tea making facilities is ridiculous and would be a dealbreaker for me. As always, I adore your videos. Thank you!

[@362chop]

When paying that Tariff what the heck is an an extra $15 bucks for room service coffee. Right??

[@janeceeastwood8035]

I grew up seeing The Beverly Hills Hotel from the outside. A thousand thanks for the opportunity to see it on the inside.

[@sclogse1]

I had the dough to stay in one of the bungalows there around 2002. The old inheritance thing. So I looked on line at all the pics of them. Oh my... I like the vibe at the hotel. You CAN just go to the pool and get drinks without staying there. (I didn't stay there) But the separate bungalows are supremely swankarooney. One or two have their own pools, a grand piano in one, and the 40's lux furnishings are really grand. Plus the old vegetation around the place makes it that much more cozy. So, DO look up the five or six bungalows there and see the pics. People stay in these for weeks...to write or escape. Very rich people...

[@ellab-pstvty]

The hotel is gorgeous but no tea or coffee in the room would be a massive disappointment for me! I love the convenience of making my own cuppa as soon as I get to the room on holidays. You even get this in 3 star hotels in Ireland.

[@chop3625]

If you could afford the tariff just order room service. They’ll bring it at a fun price😊

[@bethewalt7385]

If you request coffee or electric kettle housekeeping will bring it to you for the duration of your stay, you never get what you don't ask for

[@AO-oy4rf]

They don't seem to ever provide jugs for tea & coffee in the US. In New York I asked for a kettle/jug and was told they don't provide them in a so called upmarket hotel. You have to go to the restaurant and buy. I only ever got tea/coffee making in a Holiday Inn. Take a mini boiler with you. Also the added taxes are on everything even in shops you look at the price but when have to pay there is added tax! That plus figuring out what to tip it gets stressful!

[@neferazure]

It's literally available upon request, why are yall not getting that? He didn't ask them for it, so he didn't get it. It's no additional charge to request the coffemaker to your room. Just tip nicely and that's it.

[@mickeymaus1]

@@neferazureand also the tipping part then for a standard thing in this class of a hotel is ridiculous

[@AdAstraBaby]

I'm shocked by that room price. Your hotel room in Dubai's 7star was a palace compared to this, and for a similar price! Wow. Great content, thank you.👌🏼 ❤

[@estelalopez3563]

This hotel reminds me of the 80s I miss them

[@markb5971]

Seeing Jon Lovtiz come out of nowhere put a huge smile on my face. I've been a huge fan of his for years. Definitely gave this video a thumbs up!

[@annlyon144]

These people are not special at all.

[@sonnenblumefrau2048]

YOUR opinion. ​@@annlyon144

[@eileencoburn8631]

I agree,he's such a funny,character actor.

[@scarffoxandfriends9401]

I stayed at a resort in Missouri and there was multiple gift baskets and a fridge filled with drinks and their where notes stating "no extra cost, so enjoy at your leisure". You could even request a bus to help get to specific part of the resort and related attractions, no extra cost. Plus the website also shows the after tax prices straight up and no hidden fees. (The taxes where 8%, so not any different than sales tax here). I grew up in California, so I was use to resorts trying to nickle and dime you, so even though the place was not cheap, it actual felt like you got what you paid for.

[@neferazure]

lol because that was Missouri in the middle of freaking nowhere. Cost of living in Missouri is also way cheaper, so you ain't really sayin much there.

[@26reef1]

Is it me, but I do love the white noise from the air con. Makes me sleep better.

[@kevinbrown-ge6sz]

I used to do a lot of traveling for my job. In the old days they would charge you every time you used the phone to make a local call, and God forbid if you had to make a long distance call. Also, every time your electronic room key was used to access the gym at some hotels. One other thing, I had no idea the Beverly Hills Hotel was that big. It looks so small from the street view.

[@user-mp5ww2bt7q]

The tv is by Bang & Olufsen, the luxury danish sound company

[@timothyallan111]

I have to confess that if money were no object, I would stay there in a heartbeat! In this setting, I wierdly love the Blanche Devereaux 'Golden Girls' wallpaper and all that peachy-pink decor - there are very few places in the world where that decor would look chic as opposed to achingly naff! Thank you for showing us these places. I was way out on the price; I was basing my guess on some very good London hotels, but then I noticed from your cup that it is part of the Dorchester Collection, and realised that I was out by a fair amount! But those taxes are a killer on top of everything else; I am all for paying taxes, but I would much rather they include it all in the rate!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes and we dont pay that in London for the hotel stay .. taxes I mean

[@bluewolf993]

I immediately thought Golden Girls too!

[@StotdardWells]

Actually that wallpaper was designed by Don Loper in 1942 especially for the BHH. It's called Martinifque.

[@Trektrendy]

A tv in a mirror but no coffee machine? They need to sort their priorities aha Edit - that cost! Crikey 🤯

[@veronikak6141]

the tv was though a great touch, but yeh completely agree

[@Helena.7823]

I always wanted to see that hotel inside, thank you very much

[@Helena.7823]

You should do a Château Marmont West Hollywood too. Thanks

[@sallywarner2195]

As an American, and a Californian, thank you for providing all of your insight into this historic hotel. I have wondered what it would be like. Usually do a fair amount of research and find a less popular hotel or B&B if I'm traveling, but WOW I love seeing what I can expect from these hotels. I love your videos and just recently subscribed and now I'm binge watching.

[@sugreev2001]

That’s Jon Lovitz. He’s considered a legend in the comic industry. Starred in SNL, News Radio and more famously now, he owned a few comedy clubs too. Was never a major star, but pretty popular nonetheless with his peers.

[@davidwalker8345]

Wow. This is something that most of us will never see or experience. Thank you so much for going, and sharing you trip with us 😊

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Glad you enjoyed it David

[@jayneprice1411]

I really enjoyed watching that, thanks Tim. My husband, son and I stayed in the Marilyn Monroe cottage of the BHH for two nights as a retirement treat in 2014. I had often wondered what the rooms/suites were like in the main hotel and I thought that your room 219 was fab. We loved the old Hollywood ‘Rat Pack’ atmosphere that the place still has with all the stars of yesteryear staying there and partying. We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent poolside. I didn’t swim, but my husband and son did and told me that whilst swimming under the water there was piped Frank Sinatra music that could be heard whilst under the water, how amazing was that? It is a very expensive place to stay, but what an iconic place. We loved every minute of it and I would certainly stay there again if I had the opportunity xx

[@kyloren661]

That’s amazing,long time ago I discovered this hotel because of the song hotel california, on the album cover is the photo of BHH, a beautiful photo, I really want to go there one day, I think that from 2014 to 2023 not much has changed

[@PatternBetting-LogicRules]

A blast from the past for me! Never stayed at the hotel, but ate more business lunches in the Polo Lounge than I could possibly count. It's a great old place but those add-ons to the room charges are outrageous. Thank goodness I never had to pick up a lunch tab!

[@charliebaker5701]

I stayed a the beverly hills hotel back in '07 and it was one the most memorable moments of my life.

[@visionfairy]

Wow the price was astonishing and I think they just made up the extra charges. Great Vlog Tim.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I think so too! Lol

[@joannedelaney3866]

Great video Tim, I wasn’t very impressed with the standard of your room, for that price I would expect everything to be pristine. . . As my late mother used to say… it’s all fur coat and no knickers! Lol

[@WalkWithMeTim]

You and me both!

[@zaneta3880]

Considering the American don't know how to build. That hotel might be iconic.. but I wouldn't stay even for free.😂😂😂

[@estelalopez3563]

@@zaneta3880I like old hotels

[@utahdan231]

@@zaneta3880you must be Polish if you say that. My friend who has company 35 years , hired two illegal Poles. They started to teach him after few days to built with concrete an blocks. Only Polish and Russians do that.

[@mindofmax2067]

As someone who grew up vacationing with my parents but will NEVER voluntarily pay this much, thank you for sharing these experiences! I feel like I’m not missing out for sure

[@speederbryan]

The Polo Lounge is amazingly famous.. been there many times and always populated with big time celebrities..

[@Funinthesun4ever]

The irony of 4 and 5 star hotels is the less likely to have coffee in the room! Many times it’s in the lobby in the morning but who wants to go get coffee there in the early hours!

[@ells5656]

In case you are wondering the tax is specifically for Beverly hills. It varies based on location, as a way to tax the rich.

[@TheXTed]

Employee Health and Benefit Surcharge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Tim imagine if we charged that in the UK, what a f##king liberty. Keep up the great work, you bring a smile to my face with every video you post.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I know right! thanks for watching

[@B-ch6uk]

I went to a very expensive hotel once and when I looked at my bill, they added on a resort fee. I asked what the resort fee covered and the person behind the desk said it was for the use of the pool. Well, the pool was outside and it was in New Hampshire during the winter. Obviously it was closed but I guess that didn't matter.

[@PhotoDaveJax]

Resort fees are maddening. Esp when not obvious in upfront pricing.

[@seankay8137]

From Yarmouth to Hollywood. Tim's coming up in the world. Well done to him.

[@GuavaChiffonTheCosmetix]

That was a fun tour of the hotel. A few spaces I'd never seen before. I've stayed several times in the bungalows ( apparently the one Jackie O was fond of ). The exceptional staff/service is whats always impressed me most about the BHH

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Tim you amaze me . How do you find the confidence to stay in such over the top hotels lol. It’s lovely for us to see though ,so please carry on 🤗

[@WalkWithMeTim]

even tho I feel like I shouldn't be there lol

[@randomviking8676]

😄I would feel the same way. @@WalkWithMeTim

[@sheenamaclean8324]

Tim's money is as good as anyone's!

[@MissTarotLady]

Good griefffffffffff😅 price is outrageous. You deserve to earn money from your videos , you're very good at what you do and it gives us mere mortals a chance to see a more realistic view of hotels and places you stay in . More please 😊

[@Kissy-Suzuki]

You gotta stay at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. I would love to stay there myself, but yea! lol

[@jenniferbaragar8254]

Yes. Tip the delivery of your luggage.

[@blinktea8789]

I've been lucky enough to stay at the BHH several times. Almost like its own little world, it was tough to leave for meetings, shopping or even sightseeing. The staff were always amazing, the Polo Lounge and Fountain Cafe embodied old Hollywood. Loved the pool, and had quite a bit of late night fun in the Polo bar. The prices were always exorbitant, now more than ever it seems. Would I return? Most definitely!

[@MrContemptable]

First time commenting as only recently subscribed, yet watched your videos for ages, helped get us through lockdown. Love how you can go from staying at The Grand in Scarborough to staying in Beverly Hills and yet the approach of fairness and honesty is exactly the same, and always informative and entertaining.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

means a lot thank you

[@jonviga]

Very nice video man! keep the good jobs!! and that appearance of Jon Lovitz...MADE MY DAY!!!

[@coasterfest]

Tim, I think the people who normally stay there are more likely to charter a private jet to the closest Starbucks than make their own coffee... "Making my own coffee, what a ghastly idea."

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Lol

[@robinharrison3907]

Great Video Bud 👍👍Amazing Hotel tax system annoying but a experience to remember 👍🥳

[@zaneta3880]

​@@robinharrison3907 Very expensive experience. No value for money and dreadful looking. It looks like a swingers venue 😂😂😂. I prefer a more pleasant cheaper experience 😂😂😂😂

[@mariamcclanahan470]

I would stay there. It is iconic! It is out of my league though. Thanks for sharing!

[@blinkinbaboonbiskit]

yes... the polo lounge. Fun spot!

[@TeamMcGrath]

Your channel has come so far brother, it's awesome to see the disparity between you staying in a rundown Pontins to living it up in LA. Respect man, you deserve all your success and may you have so much more ❤

[@ninajohnson8389]

The Polo Lounge has my favorite salad ever....for $50! Its crazy. Almost worth it. Just stumbled upon these videos of yours and love them!! Keep it up! ❤️

[@Invalidchannel-1]

Love the US hotel series you’ve done! Next time you’re on the West Coast of the US you should check out the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego. Very iconic hotel on the water. Also the Queen Mary in Long Beach CA. Be cool to see your thoughts of both!

[@camjev08]

Yes another famous haunted hotel.

[@millies.8810]

It is a lovely hotel in the middle of the city. The grounds make it an it place. Excellent shape for age.

[@MS28227]

Great video Tim. Prior to COVID my office was nearby. I’d stop in for breakfast most days at the coffee shop and some days the polo when it was for a meeting. I’ve stayed in a bungalow and a guest room with a balcony and preferred the balcony room. Such an icon.

[@jimandali0]

We rented a great house in Florida with a pool for 10 days for the same money, and the bed was 8ft wide.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

wow

[@bsr6823]

I am shocked that they don’t have a coffee machine. Normally luxury hotels always have a Nespresso machine. Unbelievable

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Another way to make money, although they did have complementary coffee from 7

[@zaneta3880]

£12 dollars for a coffee taken to the bedroom. Plus tips ... 😂😂😂😂

[@JB-we9et]

If you’re paying over $1800 a night, room service is loose change, so why make coffee..!

[@AO-oy4rf]

I think it is unusual for you to get tea/coffee making in US hotels. Take a mini boiler or mini kettle!

[@EdDunkle]

I stayed at the Sea Ranch Lodge last year, (a mere $500/night), and it had a super fancy coffee set up in the room. And unbelievable ocean views. It's a pain to get to, but worth it. But no Jon Lovitz.

[@Remonyyork]

That is bonkers money for a one night stay 😮 The room looked great and it was certainly a once in a lifetime experience to stay somewhere so iconic but I won’t be paying those prices anytime soon 😉 All the surcharges were absolutely nuts. I did love that banana leaf wallpaper in the corridors though, although I suspect you’d get fed up of it pretty quickly 😉

[@WalkWithMeTim]

The banana plant theme is great for like a few hours lol

[@yummychoc6657]

You won't be staying there soon......Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt will be devastated! The prices are high to keep the scumbags away!

[@leanneadams2549]

What is a “ bonkers “ definitely not something an American would say !!

[@anthonywilliams9852]

@@leanneadams2549 bonkers means crazy.

[@neferazure]

​​@@leanneadams2549Americans say "bonkers" all the time, actually. That's not a new or uncommon expression. Just another way to express that something is "crazy" or "outrageous".

[@casst346]

so good to see your detail when touring this hotel..I can see that in fact it is truly lacking in some maintenance (bathtub, etc) and comfort features (quiet fan, etc), surprised they are not paying very good attention to these important details..

[@justifiedlife1595]

Love the gardens and outdoor places.

[@PaulAngeloff]

As an LA resident can I suggest you try the Roosevelt in Hollywood next time. It’s historic and iconic. I always take visitors there. I think it would make an excellent video.

[@louiseb3491]

Can u take me there sometime ?

[@PaulAngeloff]

@@louiseb3491 oh definitely 😊

[@neferazure]

Worked there in HR for a while it was a lot of fun. You're right on the Boulevard too (Hollywood Blvd, that is) right in the middle of all the action.

[@kimjones7391]

I’m living vicariously through you 😁 I am the arm chair traveller, thank you for sharing your journey. When I win the lotto you have given me many ideas on where to indulge with my money. 🇨🇦

[@traceybeerling4776]

Hi Tim ! OMG that's so expensive wow . They really rip you off over there. Beautiful hotel though. No wonder celebrities go there they can afford it . Oh and of course lottery winner's. Great vlog Tim thanks for sharing with us. Love to you as always Tracey 💕 xxxx

[@marystevanus3680]

I love the way you review the hotel rooms, flights, and the city you visit.

[@robbey300]

Nice place to go for early evening cocktails on a special occasion - they do frown on cameras in the dining room so we dine elsewhere in town. The overnight parking fee was outrageous but it’s a one off for most people. 😎

[@well-blazeredman6187]

They don't expect tips, Tim. A toffee would have been fine. Lovely room but ... the add-ons to the rate were outrageous. 'Resort fees' are something to look out for in the States and the Caribbean. Great video.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

or an egg .can u imagine

[@deannajones3849]

Usually they all expect tips here in the United States. I work at a Hotel Casino in Las Vegas and I hear complaints about people that don't tip on a daily basis.

[@melindak.21]

What?? Oh yes they certainly DO EXPECT TIPS!! Generous Tips!!

[@mickyfinn1948]

I knew it was gonna be outrageously expensive when you said 7 dollars for a KitKat! Yikes! Nearly two grand for a one-night stay is insane but that's America, I guess! I'd stick with Holiday Inn type in the future, Tim, haha - fun video, though. 👍

[@dieterhauer8619]

I wonder how much a bungalow costs?

[@barrycoppock]

The tax and various add-ons are something that America seems to love! And, of course, can add astronomically to the bill. Clearly, the types of people who stay there do not expect to have to make their own coffee! To the celebrities who stay there, the cost is probably pocket money to them. It is, without doubt, an experience to stay there but very much at a cost. Appreciate you doing so for us and providing an, as always, enjoyable video. (You were correct to tip the porter.)

[@WalkWithMeTim]

at least they had coffee downstairs for freeeee

[@utahdan231]

It’s only in California and NYC.

[@aironiversen9214]

Jeus Mary and Joseph!! My jaw was on the floor when u went over the bill!! I'm a native Texan.. have live n the US my whole life, and I have NEVER heard of all those extra charges. Guess that's just California for ya. LOL!

[@hotelsin]

A truly wonderful video! 🙏 Your focus on the intricate details of the resort really sets it apart. Thank you for this beautiful showcase!🌅

[@iandalby4273]

Keep doing what youre doing Tim,these travelogues are essential viewing and require a tv station to get involved to go to a bigger platform,hope your success continues for many years to come!!Regards to you good lady and son!!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

thanks Ian

[@shanehorvath9711]

I got to stay here back in 1999, I can't believe this place hasn't changed in 24 years...😂😂😂

[@ThePholder30]

Wowzers! 😮 that price tag at the end 😮 Oh well I guess you've ticked it off your bucket list Tim for staying there. I for one don't think it warrants that extortionate cost! Looking forward to your remaining vlogs of USA trip, especially Vegas! 🎉🎰🎲

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Yes won't be staying there again lol

[@ThePholder30]

😂

[@davidscott1587]

I haven’t been there in years-it was nice to see it again-I wish you had had a drink in the bar..

[@StevesSlideandJazz]

My company, Robertson Property Group used to put on a Christmas banquet here every year. Everything is pretty much perfect including the public toilets!

[@lisafitzgibbon8434]

Great video as always Tim. Thanks for showing us how the other half live. You deserve some of the finer things in life after all of the hotel horrors. This hotel was so not worth that price tag blooming heck! Plus all of the palm tree wallpaper was giving Golden girls vibes, very dated

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I appreciate that!

[@kiwiblossom7172]

We were in New York recently and got charged $30 per night extra on top of what we paid. We prepaid for the stay and still got charged a lot of extras. Its ridiculous.

[@77smp]

Did you not add the 20% gratuity?! And Edinburgh worries about implementing a £2 a night tourist tax! 😆

[@WalkWithMeTim]

lol

[@taitweigel64]

Very nice place. Loved the pool and the breakfast with coffee looked excellent.

[@bills48321]

I totally agree with you about the taxes and other charges added on at the end.

[@bigman2352]

6:46 your absolutely correct it was in Beverly Hills Cop (except they call it “The Beverly Palm Hotel” in it for some reason 🤷‍♂️) where he stays there and sends the room service down to the cops car to distract them while he stuffs the exhaust with some bananas 😂

[@wandasays5438]

Actually, it was filmed at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel.

[@christophergoff36]

I hear that in the US that it's all the taxes on top that is the killer as it alters from State to State, I guess we're centralised with taxation, but far simpler. £1503.20, luxurious definitely but overpriced, that price so only the super rich can stay there presumably and you😉. Excellent as always Tim.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Tell me about it

[@GuruRasaVonWerder]

I lived a short walk from this hotel when I first lived in the area late 1960's- Heather Court, B.H., a little house, I was 21-22 years old, a rental. Today it just sold for almost 2 million bucks! Off Coldwater Canyon Drive. Used to drive by this hotel every day.

[@bunnykinssmile]

Lol at 7:06 when you looking for coffee machine saying Americans love coffee for a moment your camera pole thingy on chair looked like a machine gun, watching on my phone. For moment I was like no coffee but a gun 🤔how very American of them. Especially after quoting Beverly Hills cop. 😂😂

[@WannabeBallerina]

It's crazy that they charge guests an employee health and benefit fee while you're also expected to tip them as you go along. And that city tax is insane, I'm assuming it's proportional so that if I were staying in a $150 room, I'd pay about $20?

[@Susan2361]

I totally agree. Isn't it the employer's responsibility to pay for their employees? I can almost understand the taxes, but paying the employee health and benefits charge is just wrong. All of the extra charges are one reason I don't travel in the U.S. anymore.I am an American, but I prefer to travel OUTSIDE the U.S., now.

[@aruglaempire2518]

Since I am paying for the employees' health benefits no tips!

[@neferazure]

that's a state charge, has nothing to do with the hotel. Even if you were ordering a delivery service like UberEats, you'd have to pay that tax. It woud be less because the price is usually less, so yet it is proportionate to the bill.

[@neferazure]

​@@aruglaempire2518That's not how that works.

[@tias343]

I personally wouldn't want to spend that kind of money for one night only. I've stayed in a five star hotel in Rhodes for two weeks for less than that, and that was beautiful. And also when I went to Cyprus for two weeks for even less than that. My dream is to stay at the Plaza for three nights.

[@thornbird6768]

14 days , 5 star villa in Thailand £1600 for 2 , own pool outside , breakfast brought to the villa . It was stunning .

[@TheYummyMummyChannel]

@@thornbird6768wow! Please share the details

[@joope11]

The one thing I hated about the Beverly Hills Hotel was when the celebrities were staying there, or the stars came for dinner or brunch or for anything, you automatically become a second-class citizen; it's like your money is not essential, you can't go there because their VIPs I will never go to that hotel ever again.

[@perolden]

That happens at other hotels as well, in an American owned hotel in LondonI showed my displeasure with this practise, when I checked out the next day, the bill was £ 0.00

[@ursulacosta307]

I just love your videos. I feel like I’m right there with you visiting all these beautiful hotels…can’t wait to see the next one. 😊

[@rhe3312]

2:04 the noise and the face, so funny😂😂 definitely speaking from experience

[@lazydrenny9792]

Even if I did save up the money to stay there, I'd just feel too out of place at this hotel. Seems like a one and done experience unless you're ultra rich.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

I did feel out of place lol

[@Benjamin.Jamin.]

Yeah agreed. All that being waited on would make me feel weird.

[@joannejohnson]

What a amazing hotel not for me though

[@BookMaven9]

@@WalkWithMeTimI stayed at the four seasons in Miami. A once in a lifetime thing and yes!!! I felt completely out of place and like we didn’t belong. All the fuss around me made me feel weird. It’s an experience but not my tribe

[@11buleria]

I would feel like I fit in fine in that hotel. It’s so expensive because its famous for movie stars and film industry types. I went to the Polo Lounge once by myself just to see if I could meet a certain writer who was staying there. Of course, I never see that person. I went just for fun.

[@BunnyTheChi]

I'm Canadian and I've only been to Los Angeles and traveling around California once. I have always wanted to stay at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Wow I had no idea it was that expensive!! On a side note you should travel to Banff Alberta and stay at the Banff Springs Hotel. It's gorgeous.

[@reddwarf4278]

People saying, "Well, that's America". No, "that's California".

[@terejosh13]

no that is America bet you dont even know the state with the highest taxes 🙄

[@reddwarf4278]

​@@terejosh13How much?

[@user-yn7lm9on6e]

Actually, no, that's Beverly Hills! 😏

[@Wildcat221]

It’s Beverly Hills …. It’s one of the most expensive parts of the country. Not a new concept guys.

[@richenuff01]

Exactly...not every state has this and fact some states have NO taxes at all. So it pisses me off when people categorize a nation of 331 million documented people into one category. I found service in UK to be less than expected because tipping is included in many services whether it's good of mediocre.

[@letisherlin2100]

Woow unbelievably enjoyable reservations🎉 🌹💗💓🌹

[@LukeHosinski]

My fiancee worked there for over 20 years, and she has amazing stories. Jackie O, Meryl Streep, and on. Tracy Chapman walked in and asked her to deliver her demo tape to Clive Davis in his bungalow. She's now been at The Boca Raton Hotel and Club for over 20 years. She loves your hotel adventures