Marilyn Monroe's home for two years while she launched her career, The Roosevelt was also the site of the original Academy Awards. (It took five minutes to award 13 Oscars!) It's still a fabulous place, whether you're staying in Marilyn's preferred suite or kicking back by the pool. Don't skip the oddly zebra-themed Library Bar; it's one of the best craft cocktail lounges in L.A.
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