$100 Helpline: Three incredible Los Angeles experiences for less than $100
By Amy Nelmes Bissett| 11 months ago
Holidays are about accumulating happy memories – not holiday debt – so here at 9Honey Travel we created the '$100 helpline' for Aussie holidaymakers who know good value when they see it, and want to get the most out of a destination. Our mission: to find you the best travel experiences of a particular region for under $100.
Los Angeles sure packs a punch when it comes to awesome things to do so we decided to pick out three favourites that cost less than a $100 but are loaded with that coolness that only comes from a visit to La La Land.
A place to worship movies
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Found within the Ace Hotel, The Theatre is perhaps the world's most beautiful cinema. Erected in 1927, it was initially built as a film house but then was bought by church pastors who used it for their sermons until it changed hands again in 2011 when the building was transformed into a hotel. The cathedral-style theatre, with 1600 seats, had a bit of a spruce up but the new owners wanted to keep that unique gothic feel. You can watch films here a couple of times a week, with a Halloween extravaganza that's always a sell out. And it's hosted some pretty amazing acts, including Patti Smith and The Byrds.
Book a table at Chateau Marmont
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For those who feel the LA experience won't be fully fulfilled unless a celebrity is spotted in their natural habitat then a book a table at the famous Chateau Marmont. The iconic Sunset strip hotel has a courtyard restaurant and bar which is always spotted with a few of Hollywood's favourite stars. And perhaps the best bit is that a spot of lunch won't flex out the credit card. In fact, mains start at just $25, cocktails from $9 and a bottle of prosecco is just $70. On a mid-week day, it's totally okay to just rock up. But on weekends, it's best to pre-book. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Or for those who want to stretch the budget a little more, you can stay the night for $600.
Cost: $50 for lunch
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Los Angeles is bursting at the seams when it comes to five-star hotels and that means it's pretty competitive. So competitive, in fact, that most offer day passes to use the facilities to ensure the pool looks pumping rather than completely deserted. The best place to hit is ResortPass, a site dedicated to getting the best price for a day pass. One that is a big hit for out-of-town celebrities, especially musicians, visiting Los Angeles is the W Hollywood Hotel, which currently has day passes for $25. Want to get all rock star yourself? Then you can even book a cabana through ResortPass for $200 for a maximum of 10 people. Party time!
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