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A MINIBAR OF ONE’S OWN

Private Wine Cellars at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica

Private wine cellars are debuting on the beach in Santa Monica, making it more difficult than ever to leave a guest room at Shutters On The Beach, the oceanfront hotel. Shutters' private wine cellars, which have been installed in all guest rooms, offer a selection of 11 half bottles of fine red and white wines, including Nicolas Feuillant Rose Brut, N.V.; Francis Coppola, Chardonnay and Merlot, Napa Valley 97; B.V., Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 96; and Taylor Fladgate, Port N.V. "There is very little about Shutters that is typical, and our private wine cellars are no exception. They elevate the minibar concept to a whole new level," said Armella Stepan, general manager of the hotel.  "Shutters is all about giving our discerning guests unique options and variety rather than choosing from the standard fare."

As a perfect accompaniment to the wines, Shutters' new private wine cellars also offer gourmet snacks, such as Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans, Mediterranean Garden Herb Crackers, Roasted Garlic Black Pepper Dipping Pretzels, Raspberry Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip, and John Wm Macy's Cheesesticks. Shutter's private wine cellars also offer other chilled beverages, such as domestic and imported beers, Evian water, sparkling mineral water, Gatorade, an assortment of sodas and juices, and of course, any special requests a guest may have.

Guest rooms at Shutters On The Beach also feature billowy duvets and Frette linens on the bed, an oversized Jacuzzi bathtub with sea salts, CD stereo, and a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Shutters On The Beach is an elite hotel located on the beach of Santa Monica bay. In addition to being a business destination, the hotel has become known as the place where the high profile retreat to be low profile. Shutters' dedication to guest services includes a strict policy of protecting the privacy of its "who's who" guest list. 

Essential Information:

Shutters On The Beach is located at One Pico Boulevard, in the eclectic beach resort town of Santa Monica, California, and is within 20 minutes of the Los Angeles airport, Beverly Hills and Century City. For more information or reservations, call (310) 458-0030, or toll-free at 1-800-334-9000.

Edited by Kerry Cohen

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