Hotel Tea Service in California
3 verified hotel tea service venues across 3 cities in California ($$$–$$$$): Beverly Hills, Pasadena, San Diego. The grand tradition: afternoon tea in hotel lounges and lobbies, usually the most formal (and most photographed) seating in town. Reservations essentially mandatory.
3 tea rooms

Afternoon Tea at The Westgate Hotel
$$$Downtown San Diego · San Diego
Afternoon tea in the Westgate Hotel's Versailles-inspired Grand Lobby, accompanied by live harp music. Service runs Wednesday through Sunday at $55 for adults and $35 for children, plus tax and gratuity.

The Langham Afternoon Tea (The Lobby Lounge)
$$$$Pasadena
Afternoon tea at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena is inspired by the original tea service first served at The Langham, London in 1865. Served in The Lobby Lounge with delicate pastries, savory bites, and teas curated from around the globe; gluten-free and vegan menus are available.
The Living Room at The Peninsula Beverly Hills
$$$$Beverly Hills
The Peninsula Beverly Hills serves its signature afternoon tea in The Living Room, with seatings Wednesday and Thursday at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM and Friday through Sunday at 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM. The service features a tower of sweet and savory delights with a curated tea list.
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