Getting around Beverly Hills and greater Los Angeles
From Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel you can reach major LA points by car or rideshare in roughly 12–40 minutes depending on traffic; the hotel is at Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, a 1–2 minute walk to Rodeo Drive. The property also offers a house car within a three-mile radius and the concierge can arrange private airport transfers.
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Getting to and from the airports
The nearest major commercial airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Typical travel time from LAX to the hotel via city streets is about 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic.
The concierge can arrange private car transfers, limousine meet-and-greet service, or recommend shuttles and rideshares. The hotel also lists Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and Long Beach Airport (LGB) as alternative options with longer drive times.
- LAX: about 12 miles; 30–40 minutes in typical city traffic (per hotel information).
- Hollywood Burbank (BUR): listed as about a 30-minute drive by the hotel.
- Long Beach (LGB): listed as roughly a 40-minute drive by the hotel.
- Concierge can provide special airport rates and vehicle arrangements.
| Airport | Approx. travel time (hotel guidance) |
|---|---|
| LAX (Los Angeles International) | 30–40 minutes |
| Hollywood Burbank (BUR) | About 30 minutes |
| Long Beach (LGB) | About 40 minutes |
Arriving at the hotel and getting around the property
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel has two historic towers (Wilshire Wing and Beverly Wing), each with its own entrance and check-in. A 24-hour front desk and multilingual concierge team can assist with luggage, local plans, and private transfers.
The hotel offers valet parking with in-and-out privileges for registered guests and a house car that operates within a three-mile radius during the day.
- Valet parking is available for an additional fee; in-and-out privileges are for registered guests.
- House car service covers a three-mile radius; ask concierge for availability and hours.
- The front desk is staffed 24 hours; the concierge can book local transport, tours, and dining reservations.
| On-site transport option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Available for an additional fee; in-and-out privileges for guests |
| House car | Runs within a three-mile radius; ask concierge for details |
| Private transfers | Concierge can arrange limousines and meet-and-greet services |
Walking, shopping and short trips from the hotel
The hotel sits at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive. Rodeo Drive and Two Rodeo Drive are an easy 1–3 minute walk from the hotel entrance, placing the Golden Triangle shopping district directly outside the hotel.
Beverly Gardens Park is within walking distance for a longer stroll, and Westfield Century City, Beverly Center and Melrose Avenue are short drives away.
- Rodeo Drive: 1–2 minute walk.
- Two Rodeo Drive: roughly a 2–3 minute walk.
- Beverly Gardens Park: about a 14-minute walk.
- Westfield Century City: about a 3-minute drive; Beverly Center and Melrose Ave: roughly a 3–5 minute drive.
| Destination | How to get there |
|---|---|
| Rodeo Drive | 1–2 minute walk |
| Two Rodeo Drive | 2–3 minute walk |
| Westfield Century City | About a 3-minute drive |
| Beverly Gardens Park | About a 14-minute walk |
Public transit, Metro and local buses
Multiple Metro local and rapid bus lines serve Beverly Hills and connect to the wider Los Angeles transit network. Bus travel can be a useful car-free option for some parts of the city.
As of May 2026 the Metro D Line (subway) extension reaches Wilshire/La Cienega station on the eastern edge of Beverly Hills; that station is a longer walk (roughly 25 minutes) or a short bus/ride to Rodeo Drive.
- LA Metro bus/rail fare is $1.75 per ride with a $5 daily cap; fares are paid via TAP card.
- Wilshire/La Cienega (D Line) is the closest subway station as of May 2026 — expect a 20–30 minute walk or a short bus/ride to the hotel.
- Ask the concierge for current bus routes and TAP card purchase locations.
| Transit | Notes |
|---|---|
| Metro buses | Several local and rapid lines run through Beverly Hills |
| D Line (Wilshire/La Cienega) | Closest subway station after 2026 extension; shuttle/bus or a ~25-minute walk to the hotel |
Driving, rideshare and typical travel times
Drive times in Los Angeles depend heavily on traffic. The hotel's location makes short drives possible to many popular sites, but travel times can increase significantly in peak periods.
Rideshares and taxis are commonly used for point-to-point travel; the concierge can advise on the best pickup/drop-off points at the hotel and arrange private drivers if preferred.
- LAX to hotel: 30–40 minutes typically by car.
- Santa Monica Pier / Santa Monica Beach: about 12–14 minutes in light traffic (can take longer in heavy traffic).
- Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Walk of Fame: generally within a 15–20 minute drive in light traffic.
| Destination | Approx. drive time (light traffic) |
|---|---|
| Santa Monica Pier / Beach | About 12–14 minutes |
| Universal Studios Hollywood | About 14–17 minutes |
| Hollywood Walk of Fame | Around 9 minutes |
Tips for sightseeing, beaches and museums
Museums such as LACMA, the Petersen Automotive Museum and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures are all a short drive from the hotel, typically within roughly 10–20 minutes in light traffic.
Santa Monica and Venice Beach are reachable by car for a half- to full-day visit; allow extra time for traffic and parking. The concierge can help plan day trips, suggest the best times to go, and arrange transportation.
- LACMA: roughly a 12-minute drive.
- Academy Museum and Petersen Automotive Museum: generally within a 10–20 minute drive.
- Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach: allow 20–40+ minutes depending on traffic and time of day.
| Attraction | Typical travel time by car |
|---|---|
| LACMA | About 12 minutes |
| Petersen Automotive Museum | About 10–15 minutes |
| Santa Monica Pier | About 12–20 minutes (traffic-dependent) |
