Fairmont Century Plaza Rings in the Holidays With Après LA Chalets

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Winter in Los Angeles doesn’t typically come with snow-capped peaks or alpine lodges — but for a few magical months each year, Fairmont Century Plaza manages to conjure the feeling anyway. Returning for the season, Après LA: A Fairmont Century Plaza Chalet Experience transforms the hotel’s outdoor terrace into one of the city’s most transportive winter escapes, where candlelight flickers, fire pits glow, and chalet-style dining brings a touch of European après-ski romance to the heart of Century City.

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Open from November 22, the experience unfolds across five private chalets, each designed to feel intimate, cozy, and indulgent — the kind of place where evenings stretch longer than planned and conversations linger over one more cocktail. Snow-dusted greenery frames the space, while plush seating and warm textures soften the crisp evening air, creating an atmosphere that feels worlds away from the usual Los Angeles rhythm.

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Each chalet accommodates two to eight guests for a 90-minute dining experience, with seating available from 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Check-in begins at The Bar, making it easy to ease into the evening with a cocktail before slipping into your own private winter hideaway. Reservations are complimentary, with a $25 per-person cancellation fee applied within 24 hours — a small commitment for one of the most coveted seasonal reservations in the city.

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The menu is unapologetically comforting and perfectly calibrated for cold-weather indulgence. Guests can gather around signature cheese fondue, share a curated charcuterie board from Lumière, and explore a festive cocktail lineup created in partnership with The Macallan, the chalet’s distinguished beverage collaborator. New this season, Macallan tasting flights take center stage, inviting guests to explore rare and premium expressions alongside chalet classics like The Red Thread (built on Macallan 12 Double Cask), the Spiced Pear Hot Toddy, and the fan-favorite Espress-ski Martini — the kind of drink that feels especially right when wrapped in a blanket under the stars.

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For those who don’t want the night to end, Fairmont Century Plaza makes lingering effortless. The Après LA room offer provides 20% off accommodations, allowing guests to quite literally “take the elevator home” after dinner — no rideshares, no rush, just a seamless transition from festive evening to restful night.

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Adding an extra layer of luxury, the hotel introduces its Canada Goose Lending Program exclusively for Fairmont Gold guests this winter. A curated selection of outerwear is available to borrow during the stay, offering both warmth and style for chalet evenings outdoors — and a rare opportunity to test-drive the brand’s newest silhouettes in real-world conditions.

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Together, the Après LA Chalets set the tone for Fairmont Century Plaza’s entire holiday season — one defined by indulgence without excess, tradition reimagined through a modern lens, and experiences designed to feel special without ever trying too hard. From here, the festivities unfold naturally: elegant holiday dining, hands-on winter workshops, restorative spa rituals, and celebratory New Year’s Eve moments — all anchored by the same sense of warmth, ease, and seasonal escape.

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Fairmont Century Plaza is located at 2025 Ave of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067