Booking a hotel in Los Angeles no longer means simply deciding between the icons brimming with history on the city's east side (hello, Hollywood) and the west (Santa Monica and Venice). These days, the best hotels in Los Angeles include new stars all across town, from classic Beverly Hills hideaways to the constantly updating downtown stunners. Tough choices, we know: Our advice? Split your trip up in order to base yourself in multiple neighborhoods, from the beaches to the cityscapes. All the pockets of Los Angeles are so different from one another that they can feel like multiple getaways in one trip. Our picks span locations, experiences, and price ranges; in other words, when it comes to the best hotels in Los Angeles, there's something for everyone. These are the 40 best hotels in Los Angeles.
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How we choose the best hotels in Los Angeles
Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.
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Located just a short walk from the beach and the pier, this intimate property blends a modern beach house vibe with distinct Southern California flair. It’s perfect for special occasion celebrators, romantic weekenders, and limelight-shunning VIPs seeking oceanside action. Following a renovation in 2021/22, guests can lounge by the updated pool area in private, open-air cabanas or gather at the redesigned indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar. The 169 accommodations feature bespoke furnishings, pillow-top mattresses encased in Italian linens, and views of the ocean, pool, city, or gardens. Dining centers around Sugar Palm Ocean Avenue, a revamped coastal dining concept, alongside the dramatic Sugar Palm Lounge for cocktails and DJ-spun tunes. It is the ultimate four-star refuge by the water.
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This InterContinental is fundamentally a building designed to be tall: 73 stories, 1,100 feet, the tallest structure west of Chicago. The hotel has smartly built its entire experience around this vertical drama. Rooms span from the 31st to 66th floor with floor-to-ceiling windows and views from Hollywood Hills to the coast. Three restaurants stack the skyline experience: Spire 73 on the 73rd floor offers cocktails and small plates with fire pits and fountains; La Boucherie on the 71st is a high-end steakhouse with 1,000+ wines and the new InterContinental Cuisine Showcase rotating global dishes from IC chefs worldwide; the 70th-floor Lobby Lounge handles cocktails and small plates. A 13,000-square-foot Technogym fitness center overlooks the city. No Dive Bar on the pool deck brings nostalgic, retro summer energy.
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Opened in 1975 as America's first all-suite hotel, L’Ermitage recently completed a thoughtful renovation while maintaining its core identity: understated luxury and genuine privacy. All 116 suites feature sophisticated neutral palettes, open floorplans, and signature dressing rooms with full-length triptych mirrors and warm lighting. Costa Covo Osteria (coastal Italian, handmade pasta, wine list) and Alcova lounge anchor the redesigned lobby. Poza rooftop restaurant offers California fare with Beverly Hills views, and the newly renovated Arhaus Terrace provides year-round gatherings. The Joanna Czech Studio (skincare, opened March 2024) and celebrity stylist Alon Shalom's salon complete the wellness offerings. Public spaces feature carefully curated art by Southern California artists. The hotel, which is pet friendly, offers complimentary rides in the house car (within two miles), and a fitness center with panoramic views.
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Following a $2.5 billion renovation of Los Angeles' iconic Century Plaza, this mid-century landmark has reopened as a gleaming Fairmont, seamlessly blending its star-studded history with modern luxury. Wellness seekers will find a premier sanctuary at the hotel's fantastic spa, which pairs an impressive workout center with specialized biohacking treatments. The 400 clean and classic accommodations offer a soothing spot to rest your head, beautifully elevated by striking marble bathrooms and private balconies where you can look out onto the glittering city. The culinary scene is set for an exciting evolution: debuting in fall 2026, Birdie G’s is a highly anticipated, all-day modern American brasserie from acclaimed Chef Jeremy Fox. Stepping into the shoes of the former Lumière space, this reimagined, mid-century-inspired supper club will serve everything from morning pastries and executive "power lunches" to celebratory dinners featuring Fox's famous koji-aged steaks, matzo ball soup, and signature rose petal pie.
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The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles is a corporate hotel that underwent a thoughtful Art Deco renovation and somehow emerged feeling genuinely considered. Perched in the heart of downtown's LA LIVE entertainment district, it positions you steps from the arena, The GRAMMY Museum, and galleries while maintaining the polish expected of the Ritz brand. The 123 rooms are refined without being fussy—think Italian linens, Diptyque products, spare furnishings that let the design details land. There are three restaurants on the 24th floor (Sendero, Corteza, and Leña), and on the 26th floor is a pool with unobstructed views of downtown, plus a nine-treatment-room spa that includes a couples' suite. New ultra-luxury packages—including dinner on the 50-yard line at SoFi Stadium and a flower market tour with bouquet-making—add genuine experiences beyond the usual hotel amenities.
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This Four Seasons (not to be confused with the other Four Seasons in the area, the Beverly Wilshire) expertly balances an urban energy with a restorative, resort-like escape. Its design ensures you feel plugged into the city rather than sequestered in a resort bubble, offering striking views of the Hollywood Hills and downtown right from your private balcony. Jeff Leatham's signature floral installations anchor the lobby while La Ola and Culina Ristorante handle dining with confidence. On the fourth floor is a tropically landscaped pool deck, but the real differentiator is the spa, where the hotel's wellness philosophy gets tangible. Four treatment rooms open onto private balconies via French doors, integrating California sunshine into the experience. Outfitted with cedar wood saunas, backlit onyx vanities, and marble showers, the spa offers high-end treatments like the Red Carpet O2 Relax facial, making it the ultimate destination for camera-ready skin.
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Cameo Beverly Hills reopened in 2026 as an LXR Hotels & Resorts property, Hilton's collection of independent luxury properties. The 138 rooms and suites feature custom burl wood and smoked white oak furnishings, sculptural lighting, handwoven textiles, and abstract artwork by local artists; each has a private balcony with Beverly Hills and city views. Zampo, the signature restaurant, fuses Peruvian tradition with Japanese precision for Instagram-worthy dishes served in a space framed by travertine and handcrafted ceramics. Silhouette, the lobby lounge, serves globally inspired small plates and craft cocktails. There’s a cozy pool deck featuring private cabanas and terrazzo landscaping. Designed for modern luxury, the property balances Beverly Hills proximity with serene retreat energy.
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The Sun Rose reopened in August 2025, taking over the location of the Pendry property, and repositioning itself as a social gathering destination anchored by a live music venue rather than a traditional luxury hotel. Swedish architect Martin Brudnizki designed the property in bold Art Deco with an electric color palette. The 149 rooms and 40 private residences are spacious and pet-friendly, with views of the Hollywood Hills and LA skyline. Eight dining and nightlife venues include The Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, an omakase bar named Yuhi, The Sun Rose Cafe, and Ritual lounge, each with a distinct identity and energy. Live at The Sun Rose is the on-site jewel-box music venue, and it channels the property's House of Blues heritage. The rooftop features the Moët Bubbles Bar and elevated pool. It's Sunset Boulevard nightlife with luxury accommodation attached.
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The Sandbourne nails that sweet spot between style and affordability, offering a fresh, design-forward retreat in one of the city’s best locations. Icelandic architect Gulla Jónsdóttir infused the space with sunset-inspired hues, lush greenery, and a laidback yet polished vibe. All modern lines and sexy curves, the rooms are spacious, with ocean-view options worth the splurge for front-row seats to the pier’s twinkling lights. Marelle’s Mediterranean menu shines at brunch, and the lobby bar is just right for a nightcap.
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Tucked into the hills above Los Angeles, checking into the Hotel Bel-Air is like staying at a grand private estate, with lush gardens, serious privacy, and old Hollywood glamour. Opened in 1946, the iconic pink-walled property has long attracted Hollywood royalty, global tastemakers, and discreet Angelenos seeking refuge from the city. Today, it remains a residential-style hideaway, with elegant rooms, standout canyon suites with private spa pools, and refined Californian dining served in a garden setting.
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Hollywood Volume brings a cool and effortless energy to the Vinyl District, blending vintage Hollywood glam with modern LA style. Step through the intricately carved wooden doors into a laidback, social lobby that feels more like a creative hub than a hotel check-in. Rooms are bright and minimalist, with floor-to-ceiling windows (spring for the Hollywood Hills view if you can). Ka’Teen’s Yucatán-inspired menu is a winner, but the real action is at Desert 5 Spot, where country tunes, cactus margaritas, and rooftop poolside vibes make for an unforgettable night out.
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It's an immediate scene when you walk into the oversize lobby at the West Hollywood Edition, and would you expect anything less? Sky high ceilings, a super sexy bar, an incredible art collection, and an oversize pool table are all a part of the lively, social energy that pulse from the entrance at any hour. Minimalist British architect John Pawson teamed up with notoriously meticulous genius Schrager to outfit the 190 guest rooms, including 50 suites with expansive outdoor terraces, modern decor, and ultra-luxe details that give an air of serenity compared to the scene below. You don't want to miss out on the underground night club, Sunset, with a ceiling decked out in 30 oversized golden disco balls. If you feel like you missed your calling with 54, now is your chance. Edition is a step above the tired hotels of WeHo, with a chic cosmopolitan feel and common areas to boot.
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Whisky Hotel Hollywood is a boutique escape with a bold, cinematic edge. The dark, moody decor sets the tone—think something straight out of a David Lynch film. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary whisky shot, a fitting start to the experience. The exclusive rooftop bar offers a stylish retreat, while the buffet breakfast ensures a satisfying start to the day. Whether you're here for Hollywood adventures or just soaking in the atmosphere, this hotel delivers a stay that’s both indulgent and unforgettable.
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W Hollywood’s redesign by Rockwell Group feels like a love letter to Los Angeles itself: lush, cinematic, and effortlessly cool. The Living Room’s triple-height ceilings and green velvet seating set the mood, while the quiet Garden courtyard offers a breather from the city’s pulse. Upstairs, the WET Deck’s twin bars—Sunrise and Sunset—frame Hollywood Hills views that steal the show. Dining at There There feels intimate yet theatrical, with Asian- and Latin-inspired small plates that surprise in the best way. Add in AI-driven soundscapes shaping the vibe in real time, and you’ve got a hotel that’s as much an experience as a stay.
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Stepping inside the Beverly Hills Hotel, you instantly feel like the main character in a film. Red-carpeted steps lead into the lobby with its iconic pink and green palm decor. The “Pink Palace” right on Sunset Boulevard, tucked into 12 acres, is like a cocoon. Make like Elizabeth Taylor, who spent six of eight honeymoons here, and book Bungalow 5 inspired by the legendary actress. The Polo Lounge is the place for a Hollywood power lunch. It’s not just the Old and New Hollywood vibe that makes this hotel fabulous; it’s the way the entire staff treats you like you’re a star.
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A sleek addition to Santa Monica’s beachfront, the Regent is raising the bar on coastal luxury. Oversized rooms, thoughtful service, and a prime oceanfront location make it a standout, while Michael Mina’s Orla serves up Middle Eastern–inspired flavors that feel both fresh and indulgent. The multi-tiered pool deck is perfect for lounging with a glass of rosé, and the Guerlain Spa delivers high-end pampering in a serene setting. With its polished service and breezy sophistication, this upscale property with easy access to both Westside’s urban offerings and the beach makes an excellent Santa Monica stay.
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The Beverly Wilshire is as close to a European grand dame as you'll find in LA—with impeccable service to match. It was good enough for Elvis and the British Royal Family, and exists in triumphant opposition to the informal, minimal lobbies sprouting up across the city. Regular guests love the views of Rodeo Drive and Hollywood Hills and the pool, which was based on Sophia Loren's Tuscan villa. And because this is LA, the scene here wouldn't be complete without somewhere to eat: There's The Blvd, an all-day spot, and the Michelin-starred CUT by Wolfgang Puck, a modern-day steakhouse designed by architect Richard Meier. If you're looking for classic luxury, look no further. The hotel recently completed a renovation of all 395 of its rooms, giving them a more balanced vibe of fresh California style with Old Hollywood glamour courtesy of David Collins Studio. Think light gray walls and furnishings, marble side tables, curved Art Deco-inspired lighting, botanical artwork, and marble bathrooms. You won’t be surprised by any of the design choices, which mostly feel safe, but also elegant and luxe.
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The Italian Renaissance Revival-style building, celebrating its centennial in 2026, is one of two Santa Monica beach icons—the other being sister-property Shutters on the Beach. The airy lobby—with its rattan ceiling fans, wicker furniture, and lots of greenery—feels like a set from a Nancy Meyers film. There are 129 rooms and 16 suites. They feel incredibly romantic yet residential, with four-poster beds, subtle patterns like navy-and-grey striped throw blankets, crisp white curtains, and potted greenery. There are subtle nods to the beach, including shells displayed on large built-ins that would look great in your living room. And all the colors are soothing pastel shades of blue and green. Palm Terrace Rooms have private patios with loungers, and face a peaceful inner courtyard. The location can’t be beat, and you could spend all day in the lobby. Though the one downside is that there is no terrace off the lobby-level public areas. You get a view of the ocean but only through windows that don't open.
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Santa Monica Proper Hotel perfectly marries high-design with Westside cool, offering an atmosphere filled with ocean breezes and unforgettable rooftop cocktails. Located just blocks from the beach, this property couldn’t possibly be any more California cool. The experience begins in the effortlessly chic lobby lounge, which sets the stage for a warm welcome. Its laid-back, beachy aesthetic features indoor palm trees and a sandy, neutral color palette curated by famed Angeleno interior designer Kelly Wearstler. Throughout the accommodations, Wearstler’s signature flair shines through a masterful mix of wallpapers, textures, and eclectic global pieces. The beds are a dream to sleep on, and the oversized tubs make the space completely staycation-worthy. Days unfold with immersive treatments at Surya Spa, red light therapy and contrast therapy in the Recovery Suite, where sauna and cold plunge rituals work in tandem alongside the Ammortal Chamber to support recovery, restoration, and long-term vitality. Upstairs, the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, Calabra, beautifully embodies LA’s Cali-meets-Mexico ethos. Service across the property is smooth and efficient without ever feeling overwrought.
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Located in the Golden Triangle of Beverly Hills, this former Montage now has a modern California levity, while still holding true to the luxury touch points of five-star service for which one of the world’s most exclusive neighborhoods—and hotel brands—is known. It’s not unusual to experience celebrity sightings on the Terrace, where agents from the nearby buildings mix with a well-heeled jet set crowd. For a traditional ritual with a stylish twist, you can indulge in Prêt-à-Portea, a haute-couture afternoon tea hosted in the elegant Terrace Tea Room. Sipping on the perfect gin martini from The Connaught—the sister hotel from Across the Pond—while gazing out at the plaza’s oversize fountain, you’d swear that you were in Europe, but the pooches in Prada are a dead giveaway that you’re most definitely in Beverly Hills. The indulgence continues at The Maybourne Bar, discreetly tucked away adjacent to check-in, which features Beverly Hills' only dedicated caviar and oyster bar experience. When you're not luxuriating in your room, make use of the 20,000-square-foot spa, which includes a stunning riad-style mineral pool, saunas, Turkish steam rooms, and Balinese inspired relaxation rooms. To top off the evening, head up to Dante Beverly Hills. Perched on the 9th floor adjacent to the rooftop pool, this first West Coast outpost of the NYC restaurant and aperitivo bar offers incredible Italian-Mediterranean fare alongside sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills.
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The Hoxton blends well into the Broadway neighborhood, a newly revitalized area in the historic theatre district that's now bustling with design shops, high end fashion brands, and hotels like Stile and Proper directly across the street. These DTLA digs are the ninth hotel for the London-based Hoxton brand, whose first property opened in Shoreditch in 2006. Moon Lark’s offers an all-day menu that elevates the traditional diner staples—think quesadilla with chorizo and chihuahua cheese, baked brie with almonds and honey, and roasted salmon with dill yogurt sauce. Or head upstairs to the rooftop where Chef Stephanie Izard crafts Peruvian-inspired dishes (ceviches, empanadas, alfajores) at Cabra. For a design hotel, this price point is totally within reach.
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This hotel put Koreatown on the map for a number of visitors, and continues to keep it there. Minimalist rooms of all sizes get pops of color and culture in the form of Chairs upholstered in Mexican blankets and custom commissioned photography by Kevin Hanley and ACME Gallery. Stock up on a few Korean treats from the minibar and then sweat it off by taking advantage of complimentary tai chi classes and bicycles, or dancing the night away at the Break Room 86 nightclub, where you may well spot the friends you made in the communal lobby and workspace that day.
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Smell the ocean from the lobby at the Malibu Beach Inn. And, because check-in happens at the driveway, you'll have your keys in your hand before you've even stepped into the building. From the lobby continue to your bed and collapse onto super-soft sheets in Scandi-Japanese rooms, with the sounds of lapping waves sneaking in from the balcony. And while the third floor boasts the best views, you won't complain about any of the others as you dine on your private patio, watching the ocean shoot from pink to orange to black. Come here for laid-back luxury and easy beach access.
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For a low-key, personal stay in Los Angeles you can do no better. Now a Casetta Hotel property, this light-filled, design-forward spot was a motor lodge in the 1950s before a California architect and his Australian wife transformed it. Feel at ease in the cozy library, or chat it up with the staff who are Malibu natives. There’s a proper bar with stools and multiple seating areas commanding amazing beach and sunset views—including comfy linen-covered couches facing a firepit. The roof deck is only open to hotel guests, the ocean is yards away, and Bellino linens on the beds maintain that perfect balance of luxurious and unpretentious. You really do feel like guests in one big family home.
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The first thing I noticed upon walking into the lobby—aside from the triple-height ceilings, floors polished to a sheen, celadon wing-back chairs, and two show-stopping chandeliers—was the fresh scent, one more befitting of a spa. One deep breath, and you're in vacation mode. The smallest room is 630 square feet—spacious, to say the least. The interiors were designed by the firm Pierre-Yves Rochon, who also worked on the Four Seasons George V in Paris and the Savoy in London, among other hotel greats. Like much of the public spaces, they're done up in a muted celadon, taupe, and white palette. While definitely OTT-Beverly Hills, we appreciate the consistency of the design point of view. Elevator walls are lined in sumptuous white leather that seems like it will stand the test of time, and custom crystal chandeliers feel more like art installations than light fixtures. And the trees! So much greenery, and it really brings the outdoors inside. Beyond the hotel gates, guests can explore Beverly Hills via a complimentary house car, a Rolls-Royce Phantom, for privately chauffeured rides anywhere within a three-mile radius.
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One of the longest-standing hotels in Downtown Los Angeles, Hotel Figueroa, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, offers a luxurious escape from city life in a convenient location for first timers or those in town for a sporting event, concert, or conference. Located smack dab in the center of many of DTLA’s top tourist attractions and convention centers, there’s no shortage of things to do during your visit. Of the 268 rooms available, choose from five signature suites, each with its own standout offerings; the Rest & Recovery Suite is a particular standout. Whether you’re checking in, dining at one of the restaurants, lounging poolside, or ordering food to your room, the service is attentive yet nonintrusive, allowing for a perfectly laid-back California experience with just the right dose of pleasantries.
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A sunny 54-roomer that taps into LA's eastside energy, the Silver Lake Pool & Inn is the kind of spot that tricks you into feeling like a local. Unlike the glossy high-rise hotels of downtown and Beverly Hills, this Palihouse outpost is laid-back yet stylish—perfect for the surrounding neighborhood of Silver Lake, whose main artery of Sunset is just a five-minute walk away. For breakfast through dinner, on-site restaurant Marco Polo is a neighborhood mainstay for bright Mediterranean dishes and sunny spritzes; the rooftop pool, however, is the highlight of it all, the place to post up all day and stare out at the city's sprawl.
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Upon entering the wrought-iron gates of Palihouse Santa Monica, you'll feel a strong urge to extend your stay. The gates frame a 1920s Moorish-style manor house turned 38-room hotel, and lead you to the lobby through a tree-lined courtyard with a fountain. Most of the 38 rooms are Grand Studio Residences, which come with fully-equipped kitchens. (The Classic rooms can feel a bit cramped, starting at 300 square feet.) The rooms tick all trad-meets-Cali-design boxes, with wood-beamed ceilings, bespoke Abnormals Anonymous wallpaper, tufted footstools in bright jewel tones, plaid throw blankets, and deer antlers over the bed. Ask for a front-facing room that looks out over the gorgeously manicured garden.
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Every hotel prizes its design, but Freehand's affordable hotel in collaboration with Roman & Williams takes the category to a new level. Have a drink under soaring ceilings in the 1930s tiled bar as you sit in Craftsman-inspired furniture, or take dinner in the restaurant where mosaics of owls line the floor (the building used to house the Owl Drug Store). And of course, as at other Freehands, there's an outpost of the James Beard Award-nominated Broken Shaker bar, which in summer leans into the season with high-energy, culturally resonant rooftop pool parties.
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Tucked away in the vibrant heart of the design district, Kimpton La Peer Hotel serves as a masterclass in West Hollywood's signature brand of effortless chic. In large part that is down to the bold aesthetic of the interiors by Gulla Jónsdóttir, a West Hollywood resident who infused the spaces with contemporary and modern flair following a recent guestroom refresh that introduces new carpet, headboards, and bedframes. An $800K investment completely revitalized the lobby and courtyard experience, making room for No Rose Bar—a sophisticated indoor/outdoor cocktail lounge concept located just off the lobby that features dynamic DJ programming Thursday through Saturday. Things perk up outdoors, where a sun-flooded bar wraps around the small swimming pool. Artworks throughout the hotel have also been completely refreshed through a partnership with Art Angels, showcasing timeless pieces and cultural icons like Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, and Brigitte Bardot behind the front desk. Even the walls of the elevator are covered in floral murals by Japanese graphic artist and Apple collaborator Kahori Maki, with updated touches from floral partner Flower Shrimp. A key anchor of the La Peer experience is now Ladyhawk, the hotel's standout restaurant led by Chef Charbel Hayek, the youngest winner of Top Chef Middle East.
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Located in the heart of Hollywood, Kimpton Everly strikes the perfect balance between neighborhood energy and refined comfort. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows become frames for the LA skyline and the iconic Hollywood sign. The hotel's true draw unfolds upstairs at The Scene, a rooftop pool deck positioned for sweeping views and spectacular city sunsets. Downstairs, the atmosphere transitions seamlessly to Written Hand for expertly crafted cocktails, while the Sundeck hosts a daily Social Hour, a relaxed tradition offering guests a complimentary pour just as the golden hour hits the skyline.
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Although it spans just under two square miles, the little city of West Hollywood (WeHo) is, like much of Los Angeles County, having a big hotel moment. What makes the arrival of 1 Hotel West Hollywood so special is its sharp focus on sustainability. Interior design star Tony Machado used elements of biophilic design (incorporating the natural world—materials, light, vegetation, views—into a built space) by adding greenery to every corner imaginable: a hanging garden at the entrance; a moss-covered wall that imitates the famed Hollywood sign; huge stone planters scattered around the lobby; and no less than three potted plants per bedroom. And almost everything—the flooring, the keys, the enormous sculpted tree-trunk reception desk—is made of reclaimed wood (around 72 tonnes of pine and olive trees downed during storms). It feels like a small miracle that this spacious, verdant retreat exists on buzzing Sunset Boulevard.
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Piercing the blue Californian skies on Sunset Boulevard, this elegant Art Deco tower has long been a landmark of the city, home to Hollywood greats since its arrival in 1931, courtesy of architect Leland A. Bryant. The 81 bedrooms are done up in dusty pinks and browns with dazzling bathrooms clad in metallic gold wallpaper designed by fashion illustrator Donald Robertson, and there’s a Joanna Vargas spa for those red-carpet moments. The newly refreshed outdoor terrace overlooking the small but beautiful pool is one of the loveliest spots—in a city with a strong alfresco game—for a breakfast of mashed avocado on sourdough with poached eggs, or simply to relax for an hour or so, taking in the spectacular views of LA and basking in that brilliant golden sunshine. Chances are good you'll spot a celeb or two, as well as deal-making movie studio execs eating avocado toast at the poolside restaurant, The Terrace.
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Nick Jones’s members’ clubs have become a litmus test for an area’s cool. And while the other Soho Houses around Los Angeles are in hipper-than-thou Malibu and sceney West Hollywood, this iteration—a seven-story hotel and private club inside a huge early-1900s warehouse—plumped for a still gritty but rapidly gentrifying corner in Downtown’s Arts District with plenty of space to play: a rooftop pool, three restaurants and bars, and the huge two-floor gym (this is LA). Bedrooms have an intentionally homey, vaguely '70s feel with ceramic lights and plenty of plants, nodding to a time when the building was used as a recording studio. In keeping with the neighborhood—powerhouse gallery Hauser & Wirth and other indie outfits are nearby—there’s art everywhere, from the loading-dock-entrance mural by Shepard Fairey to a huge acrylic number up on the roof by LA-based Australian Paul Davies and pool chairs covered in a custom print by local illustrator Ethan Lipsitz. Even graffiti tags from the days when the warehouse lay abandoned are preserved. For those who thought Soho House was (whisper it) losing its cred, this is a sneakers-and-skateboard example that it still has its finger firmly on the pulse.
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This iconic, sky-blue Art Deco hotel along beach-adjacent Ocean Avenue has been returned to its former grandeur thanks to meticulous restoration by JB Hotel Group. After nearly a century—the last half of which was a steady decline—the 1930s property is, once again, a design lover’s paradise, with a mix of Art Deco and Old Havana decor, a heavy dose of jet-set photography, and a dash of Wes Anderson. You’ll feel the retro-luxe-meets-whimsical vibes as soon as you step into the opulent lobby, with its original arched ceilings and curved staircase intact, drenched in colorful velvet furnishings—plus fun relics like rotary phones and manual typewriters—all centered around a horseshoe bar of imported jade green quartzite that attracts both travelers and locals with Italian-inspired cocktails. Rooms are equally stylish and cheeky, with art-covered walls, gold finishes, and curvy custom-made headboards. Suites, meanwhile, come replete with ocean views, record players, and built-in bars, where you can order up a Champagne or a dessert cart with the literal press of a button.
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At the iconic intersection of Hollywood and Vine sits this private club hotel. Swathed in understated elegance, with spacious suites anyone can book (the smallest is 750 square feet), this hotel draws Tinseltown execs, actors and writerly types who can be found sitting poolside in the inner courtyard by the shade of sweet-smelling lemon trees, sipping cocktails by the firepits in the rooftop restaurant, Lemon Grove, and working out in the gym or new Pilates reformer studio. Whatever you can think of, the staff at The Aster can bring to fruition, be it booking a helicopter sightseeing ride or a one-on-one personal training session with a trainer to the stars.
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The Walt Disney Concert Hall has long been the crowning jewel of historic Bunker Hill, and famed architect Frank Gehry upped the ante with the opening of his first hotel project in Los Angeles. Located just across the street from the striking stainless steel home of the LA Philharmonic (also designed by Gehry), the Conrad is the ideal outpost for an art-obsessed traveler, within walking distance of The Broad Museum, The Music Center, Angel’s Flight Railway, and MOCA. The entrance to the Conrad is a jaw-dropping one, with the elevator opening up onto floor-to-ceiling views of the swooshes of the Disney Concert Hall. Corner rooms offer similarly spectacular vistas, and on a clear day, you can see all the way down to the Dodger Stadium and San Gabriel Mountains. But it’s not just the exteriors that are top-notch. Extra touches in all of the spaces include full blackout shades, motion-activated nightlights under the bed skirts, and Byredo Mojave Ghost bath products. The spa treatments stand up to the city’s best, and considering there are three separate culinary experiences curated by José Andrés Group, this is the kind of hotel where you could easily drop your bags and never leave. From modernist cocktails at The Beaudry Room and Spanish tapas at San Laurel to laid-back, poolside rooftop dining at Airlight, there’s truly something for every traveler.
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This hotel is the third act for the beautifully preserved Giannini building in downtown Los Angeles, but it may be the most meaningful one yet. Built in 1922 as the Bank of Italy in an ornate Neoclassical style, the building later found fame after years of neglect as The Nomad Los Angeles. When the pandemic shut down the world, the building went dark once more. Now after an ownership and management change, the hotel has begun anew as Hotel Per La, Italian for “for the,” which was inspired by the building’s original use as the bank for the people. That “for the people” feeling begins at the new entrance on Olive Street where guests walk through a mirrored tunnel—an obvious Instagram backdrop—but it also serves as an appreciation for guests. It says both “Welcome to Los Angeles” and “Wow, look at you.” The 241 guest rooms and suites have kept the thoughtfully decorated apartment style that was put in place by Jacques Garcia with soft beds, antique knick-knacks, and a mix of vintage and current photography. Yet up on the roof is where Hotel Per La shines, quite literally when the sun engulfs the pool deck and bar, encouraging guests to relax however they want. The future feels bright here again.
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A true feast for the senses, this playful, design-driven property calls on the creative energy of DLTA with enough visual and cultural interest to make it a self-contained vacation. The entrance is a grand one, with vibrant jewel-toned, hand-painted frescoes on the domed ceilings that nod to California’s affinity for Spanish and Moroccan design during the 1920s (when the property was initially constructed). Each of the 148 rooms features cozy appointments like Bellino linens, Aesop bath amenities, Parachute Home robes, and thoughtfully curated artwork. But the real showstopper of the property is the 2,777-square-foot Proper Pool Suite, featuring a full-size indoor swimming pool accented by a ceramic mural.
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This classic Santa Monica stay is close to the beach, but feels more garden retreat than sun-and-sand getaway. Grand gates and a cobblestone lined driveway lead to a magnificent oversize Moreton Bay Fig Tree tree that predates the 100-year-old property. The breezy lobby bar has been redone with mid century modern furniture and brassy regency touches, giving the space a youthful feel. A diminutive Tokyo-style sushi bar located at the entrance gives the property even more ground floor appeal. The hotel is made up of multiple buildings, including the modern and renovated 10-story Ocean Tower. Top-floor suites here have not one, but two furnished balconies overlooking the beach. (The older Palisades Wing was built in the 1920s, and rooms here feel a bit more traditional.)
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