August 5, 2008

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TOP 5 REASONS FOR A BEACH HOUSE HOTEL HERMOSA BEACH END OF SUMMER STAY

The economic climate has made a close to home summer drive or quick flight vacation look better than ever. The Beach House Hotel Hermosa Beach is centrally located just seven miles south of LAX on the waterfront path known as The Strand in the South Bay area of Los Angeles. The hotel offers a casually chic home away from home.

Here are five reasons we think the Beach House Hermosa Beach makes a perfect end of summer getaway – and we believe, you may have even more …

1. Try your hand at beach volleyball with a lesson with an Olympic Gold Medallist
Olympic Gold Medallist Eric “The Body” Fonoimoana offers volleyball lessons, tips and training just steps outside of the hotel on the sand of Hermosa Beach to Beach House guests. Each session is tailored to the guests' goals and experience so levels from skilled pros to first timers are all welcome and can be arranged for one-on-one or for a group of friends. The experience is priced at $100 per hour with a two-hour minimum and requires reservations, which can be made with the hotel's front desk.

2. Enjoy the latest hot find in contemporary American dining and wine at Brix@1601
The newest kid on the culinary block in the South Bay is Brix@1601, a sprawling wine centered restaurant with sophisticated feel and contemporary American menu now in the heart of Hermosa Beach. The kitchen is led by Michael McDonald, formerly of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel's chic steakhouse Dakota, and early reviews are buzzing about his deliciously executed steaks and seafood. Brix@1601 is located at 1601 Pacific Coast Highway and can be found online at www.brix1601.com.

3. Hit the sand for a new experience in relaxation
Beach House Spa operated by Be Well is offering traditional Thai massage on the sand in front of the hotel. Relax while surrounded by golden rays and ocean breezes as a uniquely trained therapist incorporates rhythmic massage, stretching, acupressure, energy balancing and deep breathing to take you to spa-nirvana. All spa services require reservation which can be made by the hotel's front desk.

4. Forget about whatever you forgot to bring for the little ones…Baby Concierge to the rescue
You name it -- we've got our little guests covered. From bassinets to stroller joggers, car seats and more the Beach House Hermosa Baby Concierge program covers parents who've forgotten any one of the details that make a beach vacation a breeze. We've even got the essentials like a bin filled with Lego's, sand toys, or beach umbrellas or toddler tents. All can be arranged through the front desk for a nominal daily or weekly rental fee.

5. Hermosa's Happening
The beach, the scene and more…most Sunday nights Jay Leno can be seen at the nearby Comedy & Magic Club. Stay at the Beach House and we'll work to get your tickets. It's a great way to spend a Sunday evening.

Check our website for summer rates and for a northern California vacation escape, stay at the hotel's sister property Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay. For reservations and further information
visit www.veach-house.com .

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