HOTTER IN HOLLYWOOD

HOT PROPERTY: MR. C

138 rooms. Private gardens. Panoramic views of Beverly Hills...

Los Angeles has got itself a brand-spankin' new hotel that'll make any member of the glitterati drool and scramble for their smartphone to make a reservation. Mr. C is a new hotel brand from the Cipriani dynasty, the forces behind some of the most popular restaurants and clubs around the world.

The look and feel promises to be a mix of Euro-glam, old-school elegance, and modern luxury. Naturally there will be a Mr. C restaurant to tempt the taste buds of guests and outside diners looking for some mouth-watering Italian cuisine.

Experience Mr. C's fabulous amenities and luxurious bungalows this April.

We know we will.

THIS WEEK IN HOLLYWOOD...

Our friends at Alta Hollywood would like to invite HIH readers to the grand opening of the hottest property in L.A. The festivities begin this Thursday, and make sure to join us on Friday night. Word has it an internationally known pop singer will be performing live at the private launch party (let's just say her name rhymes with Fiona Fewis).

See you there?

HOT PROPERTY: WEHO'S HANCOCK LOFTS

Ever dine at the Tender Greens near the Coffee Bean in West Hollywood and wonder: Who actually lives in those gorgeous loft spaces above? Answer: not too many people. That's why CIM Group is turning this centrally-located address into a cluster of rentals.

From Curbed L.A.: It (the lofts) opened for sales in 2008, just before the financial markets fell apart. But even as other developers chopped prices, CIM Group basically stuck to its original pricing (a move which, particularly after that auction, irked local real estate agents, who wanted to make some money themselves via commissions).

Believing in the value of the project, and apparently able to afford to ride out the market, CIM Group and its investors decided to watch and wait (and some ways they still are: CIM's John Given says the building will be eventually be converted back to condominiums when the market improves).

In all, three units total sold (there were two buyers; one man bought two adjoining units). Those buyers will remain. As for renters, CIM Given believes the architecture, pool, parking, and more all make for an exceptionally good value for renters (everyone won't know the rental prices till later this week).

HOT PROPERTY: ALTA HOLLYWOOD

Hollywood just added another hot address to its map.

The Alta Hollywood is the latest residential property to make a splash in Los Angeles. Literally located across the street from the famous Hollywood and Highland complex, the gorgeous residence offers varied levels of comfort and luxury. Two-story penthouses with fabulous 20-foot ceilings. Dazzling lofts to use as you choose. Spacious terraces with incredible views of the city and Hollywood hills. In every home, stainless steel appliances reflecting an ultra-modern style. And stunning quartz counters in the kitchen and baths.

Luxurious amenities are available for every resident. Get some cardio in the Techno Gym, cool off in the pool, then walk down the street for some lunch at one of the city's world-renown restaurants.

Melrose Place ain't got nothin' on these apartments (Miniskirt-wearing vixen landlady not included).

Wanna know more? Contact Alta at altahollywoodCM@laramarapts.com.

MONDAY NIGHT COOL

Crazy. Sexy. Cool.

Not TLC's 1994 platinum-selling album, but three words that adequately describe a Hollywood staple. Teddy's lounge in Hollywood's Roosevelt Hotel has consistently kept its cool while other places fight to stay alive.

Dark wood, candlelight and luxurious leather chairs adorn its interior providing an old-school New York vibe. The entertainment ranges from celebrity DJs (Benji Madden, Macy Gray, Michelle Rodriguez, Samantha Ronson - who's playing tonight) to surprise performances either inside the club (LMFAO) or whenever they expand the festivities to the lobby (Snoop Dogg). You never know what will happen or who you'll see.

The lounge is frequented by Hollywood A-listers (Chris Evans, Ryan Philippe, Leo DiCaprio, to name a few) who, like everyone else, dig the atmosphere and vibe of one of Hollywood's best lounges. Monday is my favorite night. Come play with the Hottest in Hollywood. 

Bottle Service recommended.

Contact Scott Stenholm 310-266-1349

See you there.

- J. Sarayba

SHANNEN DOHERTY: FOR SALE

Her house, that is.

The 90210 alum's Malibu getaway is on sale for just over $4 mil.

Our offer? Throw in that Charmed memorabilia, and we're in (Don't you just love how they kept those in there?...You know, just to make sure).

THE FIRST ECHO

CASTING ASPERSIONS: Coffee & Tea: Hangin' out down the streetHot & Personal by G. Charles Wright

there's a new joint in town and it's called the palihouse.

palihouse is an upscale, extended stay hotel/condo building with a lounge/bar, coffeehouse and patio restaurant. the condo's aren't being sold (why would they even try, with the real estate mkt. in the shitter?) instead they are renting them (furnished) on a month to month basis. the lounge boasts a full, yet hidden bar with ample staff on hand to serve you from a comfy chair, or sofa. there is no waiting at the bar for a bartender to take your order here.

having just wrapped up casting and production on two pilots, i now have my days free again for lounging in coffee bars with my friend, co-conspirator and neighbor Smooth Money. Smooth is also enjoying some down time as he launches his next media venture. so we took advantage last week and visited the palihouse for some coffee and tea. with us on this visit was Smooth's friend Terry Farmer. Terry is a musician and radio host from ann arbor, michigan. Terry and Smooth were taking a break from a week-long project they were putting together in Smooth's studio.

we found the palihouse lobby/lounge to be very accommodating and friendly. the decor is a little "trying to hard" for my tastes, but it does have a very nyc feel to it. music played throughout the lounge at a nice, low ambient level. extremely nice and efficient waitresses escorted us to the lounge and offered us any seating area we liked (it was pretty empty at 4pm in the afternoon). from there the waitress took our order. i had a double espresso. Smooth had green tea and Terry had english breakfast tea. both tea drinkers gave their orders an enthusiastic thumbs up. the price was very reasonable and the presentation was impeccable. i felt that my double espresso was really a 1/2 order single espresso...but cost $6. granted though it was some of the best coffee that i've ever been able to finish in one sip.

because of the high price for my little espresso, we are knocking this potentially 5 star coffee bar down to 4 -- 4.5 stars. next time i'll just get a regular coffee--type drink.

their dessert selection looked great. fancy cupcakes, tarts, scones and the like.

i think i'd like to stop in for an evening cocktail soon too.

stop by palihouse soon and enjoy it while it's slow and the employees are still nice. i predict that'll change.

while we enjoyed our afternoon "tea", i noticed 3 people using the lobby's free wi-fi on their laptops. so bring your computer and surf the porn sites while you're there!!!!

Skyline Schindler Style Hot Properties by John Barrentine of The Barrentine Group

In 1952, just a year before his death, Rudolph Schindler created a hillside home carved into a raw granite niche. Schindler’s personal niche was accessed by few during the height of Los Angeles modernism. Few rivals came close to his vision of integrated living and this home demonstrates it perfectly. Here, one finds themselves at once out in the canyon and perched on the granite hillside soaking up the sunset on Skyline.

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Hot In the Hills Hot Properties by John Barrentine of The Barrentine group

Home imitates art. Compact yet imposing, this piece of modern art posing as an intimate yet voluminous space holds many surprises. The inner plein air you will spend every waking moment contemplating your next stroke from a multitude of aerie observation points.

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Apollo Beckons Hot Properties by John Barrentine

The mount of the gods can be your roost as you and your higher powers create a dream home in Mt. Olympus. Wiling away the days while perched atop the hill you’ll be surrounded by golden sunlight while directing muses to create your next endeavor and living a life envied by the ancients.

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