Sunset Tower Hotel, Los Angeles
To me, there is no better experience than waking up at the Sunset Tower in one of the penthouse suites and having a giant Belgian waffle and hot coffee delivered to you. They can write your name in chocolate on the plate and it’s just so old-school-Hollywood romantic – even if you’re by yourself. If it’s too sunny to be outside, open all the doors so the wind gently blows the sheer curtains while you sit on the sofa and maybe pretend to write an email. The whole thing feels very Eloise at the Plaza, West Coast edition. sunsettowerhotel.com Alison Roman, food writer
Hôtel du Couvent, Nice
At Le Restaurant du Couvent, ‘flour is freshly milled on-site from locally sourced ancient grains’ © Adrianna Glaviano
Hôtel du Couvent in Nice is cultivating its own scene in the south of France. Breakfast is simple and delicious and best enjoyed in the courtyard under the trees. Bread baskets are filled with pastries, sourdough and seed bread from the hotel’s own bakery. In true convent tradition, flour is freshly milled on site from locally sourced ancient grains. Cute little glasses with citrus jams, chocolate spread and lavender honey are house-made and a staple at each table. The fresh cheese is served with a drizzle of olive oil and is delicious. Order their fresh cut vegetables or chickpea crêpes with herbs if you’re in the mood for a little extra. hotelducouvent.com Frederik Bille Brahe, chef
