The holiday season is here and the SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills is getting festive with “12 Days of SLS: Seasonal Luxury Surprises,” an elaborate 12-day gifting event. Each day, beginning Thursday, Dec. 12, through Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, one guest will be selected to win seasonal luxury surprises, which include access to some of the city’s most iconic experiences.

“Honoring the diverse culture, art, and entertainment in Los Angeles, our team looks forward to delighting guests with local adventures that help showcase the magic and beauty of our city,” says General Manager Christophe Thomas.

The uniquely Southern California holiday experiences include restorative massages at Ciel Spa by Pearl Wellness, green room passes to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, a holiday-themed Hornblower yacht cruise, as well as a range of on-property culinary offerings and upgrades, such as dinner in the two Michelin-star Somni.

Here, we offer a closer look at the 12 fabulous surprises:

(2) Two Tickets to Jimmy Kimmel Live!

A quintessential Los Angeles experience, winners receive exclusive green room access and two seats to a live taping of ABC's late-night talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in the heart of Hollywood on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, across from LA’s historic Grauman’s (TCL) Chinese Theatre and DolbyTheatre, home of the Academy Awards ceremony.

$500 Gift Certificate from Beverly Center

Steps from SLS Beverly Hills, the recently renovated Beverly Center offers shoppers a range of high-end designer stores, including Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, and Louis Vuitton, alongside modern boutique and department stores such as Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s. Redeemable at any of the Beverly Center’s 100 stores, the gift certificate is ideal for last-minute holiday shopping or some personal pampering.

(2) Two Tickets to the LA Opera’s “The Magic Flute”

Enjoy premium seating for the LA Opera’s performance of “The Magic Flute,” a dazzling celebration of love conquering all that transports patrons into an enchanted world where good battles the forces of darkness. Performed by the fourth-largest opera company in North America, the seamless interaction between onstage performers and projected hand-drawn animation brilliantly captures Mozart's delightful blend of high comedy and adventure.

Personal Tesla from Black & White Car Rental, Luxury Edition

From the palm tree-lined drives of Beverly Hills to the Pacific Ocean vistas along PCH, see the city in eco-chic style with a one-day, 150-mile rental of the Tesla Model S or X, boasting one of the longest electric ranges of any car on the road.

(2) Two Tickets to a Hornblower Holiday Cruise

Feel like a local on the water in beautiful Marina del Rey harbor as you take in the picture-perfect views paired with a seasonally-inspired brunch and free-flowing champagne aboard a festive yacht.

Private Fitness Session for (2) Two at Mansion Fitness

In a city renowned for its healthy, active lifestyle, a personal trainer or wellness coach is an integral part of many LA resident's’ day-to-day. The private fitness session at Mansion Fitness takes place in a bright and airy, indoor/outdoor state-of-the-art facility located on famed Sunset Boulevard, which also just happens to be a former apartment of John Wayne. Training skills learned during the session can be further honed at Mansion Fitness with the purchase of a day pass at the SLS Beverly Hills’ recently upgraded gym facility, adapted for future workouts on the road or incorporated into the workout regimen back home.

(2) Two Signature Massages at Ciel Spa by Pearl Wellness

Improve overall sense of well-being and experience extreme relaxation during a 60-minute Swedish circulatory massage at the hotel’s award-winning Ciel Spa, a place of escape reminiscent of a celestial dreamscape with warm white tones and billowing curtains throughout.

READ MORE: Spa Profile: Ciel Spa at SLS Hotel, Beverly Hills

Upgrade to a Lavish SLS Suite

Receive a complimentary upgrade to the sprawling 1,200 square foot SLS Suite, complete with an expansive custom-made walk-in closet—ideal for accommodating elaborate shopping sprees on Rodeo Drive —along with stylish design elements, a private bedroom chamber, and captivating views of Los Angeles.

(2) Two Tickets to Bazaar Flight at “Gate: Bar Centro”

Take off on a global adventure, experiencing 12 distinct destinations through 12 innovative cocktails crafted by The Bazaar’s imaginative bar team. Each flight accommodates only 10 guests per night, creating an intimate setting for discovery and exploration of the recently-launched bar program.

Dinner Reservation for (2) Two at Somni

The newest fine-dining destination under the SLS roof, the Two Michelin-starred tasting menu experience takes 10 guests on an adventure across more than 20 dishes, each expertly prepared and presented by a team of 12 chefs. Removing the barrier between the culinary team and their guests, Somni provides an approachable and distinctly California-casual take on modern fine-dining.

Holiday Afternoon Tea for (2) Two at Tres by José Andrés

A playful twist on a classic tradition, cozy up at Tres and delight in savory and seasonal sweet snacks, including steamed buns with crème fraiche, deviled eggs, eggnog snickerdoodle bon bons, butterscotch macarons, and yule log mousse cake, along with a selection of premium loose-leaf teas.

Dinner Reservation for (2) Two at The Bazaar by José Andrés

An extraordinary culinary adventure for two, The Bazaar takes guests on a wild sensory adventure born of Michelin-starred chef José Andrés’ Spanish roots. The menu approaches Spanish cuisine from two very distinct directions, from the classic to the cutting-edge, offering a truly singular experience.

For more holiday offerings from SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly HIlls, visit marriott.com.

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