The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica captures Old Hollywood from the inside out . Photo : Douglas Friedman meticulously combing over every detail of the restoration and repositioning to make sure The Georgian would remain worthy of her moniker , ‘ The First Lady .’”
London-based design studio Fettle leaned into the hotel ’ s classic West Coast American Art Deco style to recapture The Georgian ’ s 1930s heyday , outfitting 84 rooms , an art gallery and a full-service gym inside the iconic eight-story turquoise tower .
The Georgian also depended on local cultural institutions for input on design and décor . Arcana : Books on the Arts helped curate the literary selections in its public spaces and vinyl collections sourced from Ubiquity Records are paired with working Victrola record players in all 28 suites .
Built with “ magic moments ” like secret 1930s phone conversations hidden in antique phones to suite bars , champagne and dessert carts , Blanchard is excited to provide guests a Santa Monica stay like no other .
“ The most special part of The Georgian to me is that every little unique detail and feature comes together so cohesively throughout the entire hospitality experience ,” said Blanchard . “ Nothing feels out of place , and even the special details that stand out only do so until you see the next , even more special experience .”
Guestrooms at The Georgian look out on both the surrounding city or ocean . Photo : Douglas Friedman
The Sunset Terrace at The Georgian is al fresco dining with views of the Pacific . Photo : Douglas Friedman
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