Welcome to Conrad Los Angeles
Heralded by the vision of legendary architect Frank Gehry, our hotel is an elegant oasis with 305 modern rooms, a rooftop terrace with private pool deck, a full-service spa, and locally inspired dining. Framed by dramatic views of the Walt Disney Concert Hall and downtown LA, Conrad is the perfect hub from which to connect with the city and experience this exciting destination.
Downtown LA - The vibrant heart of Los Angeles!
Prepare to be swept away by a mesmerizing fusion of history, culture, and innovation. From the iconic skyscrapers that skim the horizon to the vibrant energy that permeates the streets, downtown Los Angeles beckons you with open arms. Immerse yourself in the diverse tapestry of art, entertainment, and culinary delights that adorn every corner. Explore the awe-inspiring architecture, visit world-class museums, indulge in delectable cuisine from around the globe, and embrace the dynamic spirit of this metropolis.
1. Conrad Los Angeles
The design of Conrad Los Angeles is a testament to modern sophistication and refined aesthetics. From the moment you enter, you are greeted by a stylish and contemporary ambiance that blends seamlessly with the surrounding urban landscape. Whether you choose to relax by the rooftop pool, rejuvenate at Conrad spa, or take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness center, Conrad Los Angeles aims to provide a harmonious blend of luxury and personalized service.
2. The Beaudry Room
Delve into Conrad Los Angeles’ most vibrant room, The Beaudry Room. Illuminated by striking sunlight, naturally invited in from high-rise floor to ceiling windows, The Beaudry Room encompasses the true vision behind the art of cocktails. Indulge in experimental cocktails accompanied by flavorful bite size tapas while admiring the bold decorative touches, featuring a volcanic lava countertop and hand crafted porcelain tiles from a local Los Angeles artist.
3. Agua Viva
Taking its name from “living water,” Agua Viva allows its guests to refresh and renew on a chic rooftop restaurant created by Michelin-starred Chef José Andrés. Our openair restaurant is an opulent escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown, perched on the 10th floor, with sweeping views of the mountains and city skyline. Relax, have a bite, and sip one of our modern cocktails as you find your own personal respite at Conrad Los Angeles.
4. San Laurel
A signature dining experience from Chef José Andrés. Taste the flavors of Spain as seen through a California lens, highlighting the beautiful ingredients of the abundant Golden State. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at this restaurant where the Santa Monica Farmers Market meets modern Spain.
5. Airlight Pool
Bathe in the epicenter of Downtown’s striking views by taking a dip in our picturesque infinity pool. Straight from Agua Viva’s sophisticated kitchen, savor in the leadingedge dishes Airlight’s poolside menu has to offer. Cool off from the hot Californian sun by ordering inventive unparalleled cocktails in your own private cabana.
6. Grand Penthouse Terrace
As you step onto our 18th-floor outdoor terrace, you'll be greeted by panoramic vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see. The terrace offers a stunning vantage point to admire the iconic Los Angeles skyline, with its glittering skyscrapers and bustling streets below. You'll be able to gaze out over the vast expanse of the city, taking in the energy and culture that defines Los Angeles.
7. Angels Flight
Ever thought of sitting on a train where the journey lasts for just a minute or less? If not, welcome to Angels Flight. Located on Bunker Hill between Hill Street and Cal Plaza, this hillside funicular is the world’s shortest railway at only 298 feet long. Built in 1901 by Colonel James Ward Eddy, Angels Flight has given over 100 million steep incline and decline rides via its cars Sinai and Olivet. Those cars were painted bright orange and adorned with angelic figures, which helped to give it the name "Angels Flight." The original Angels Flight was closed down in 1969 due to the redevelopment of Bunker Hill. Thankfully in 1996, a new Angels Flight was introduced to connect Hill Street and California Plaza. Despite some operational hitches and many changes in ownership, Angels Flight has persevered as one of Los Angeles’ most historic attractions.
Photo by Shesmax
8. Walt Disney Concert Hall
Designed by Frank Gehry and acoustically augmented by Dr. Minoru Nagata and Yasuhisa Toyota, Walt Disney Concert Hall is an internationally recognized architectural landmark and one of the world’s most acoustically sophisticated concert halls. From its strikingly curved stainless steel exterior to the hardwood-paneled auditorium’s state-of-the-art acoustics, the complex embodies Los Angeles’ creative spirit and is home to its signature orchestra. Thanks to Lillian Disney’s vision and generosity, Angelenos can experience music from the renowned Los Angeles Philharmonic as it presents the best in classical music, contemporary music, world music, and jazz. Conceptualized in 1987, its opening in 2003 forever changed the musical landscape of Los Angeles. Since then, this architectural masterpiece and acoustical marvel has provided audiences with opportunities to hear amazing symphonies, challenged conductors and musicians to rise to a new level of performance, and made Los Angeles a conveyor of intellectual thought and discussion.
Photo by Carol Highsmith
9. The Broad
Founded by Eli and Edythe Broad in 2015, the Broad makes its collection of contemporary art accessible to the widest possible audience by presenting exhibits and operating a lending program to art museums and galleries worldwide. By building a dynamic collection that features in-depth representations of contemporary artists and by advancing education and engagement through exhibits and programs, the museum enriches, provokes, inspires, and fosters appreciation of modern art. Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Gensler, the building incorporates a “veil-and-vault” concept that merges the museum’s exhibit space with its storage collection. The “vault” stores the unexhibited works of art with viewing windows so visitors can peer into the storage holding, while the honeycomb-like “veil” provides daylight to the structure. The building is also the headquarters for The Broad Art Foundation’s lending library, which has been loaning collection works to museums since 1984.
Photo by Benny Marty
10. Los Angeles City Hall
Los Angeles City Hall was completed in 1928, its towering three-tiered form embodying all the energy and ambition of its day. Now stabilized and restored to its original splendor, City Hall stands both as a monument to the era of its creation and as an example of architectural preservation at its best. Designed by John Parkinson, Albert Martin, and John Austin in 1925 as a "Modern American” building, City Hall incorporated many different elements to produce a unique hybrid of different styles. While elements like grand columns and monumental steps recall classical designs, the iconic tower embodies the Art Deco style with its setbacks topped by a stepped pyramid. As arguably one of the city's most widely recognized landmarks, City Hall's eclectic styling has long made it a popular location for film and television productions.
Photo by Daniel L. Liu
11. Grand Central Market
A downtown landmark since it opened in 1917, Grand Central Market brings together the cuisines and cultures of Los Angeles through their terrific vendors and event spaces. Residing in the Beaux-Arts-style Homer Laughlin Building, this wonderful public market has been a staple in the City of Angels for over a century Today, the Market's 40 stalls are home to a blend of legacy vendors like China Cafe and Roast To Go, rising stars, and success stories from the city's buzzing food scene. The Market is a microcosm of the historic immigrant communities that have shaped Los Angeles and a mosaic of the creativity and vision of the people who call this city home. Grand Central Market has been part of the LA story from the beginning. They feel lucky to be woven into the founding fabric that makes this city shine and steal hearts—inspiring people from all over the world to come, see, explore, and discover. To this day, there's always room at their table, and the whole city is here for the tasting.
Photo by NewtonCourt
12. Bradbury Building
Built in 1893 by George Wyman for Lewis Bradbury, the Bradbury Building is the oldest surviving commercial building in Los Angeles and one of the city’s most unique treasures. Though its exterior has muted Romanesque sensibilities, the Bradbury is best known for its gorgeous interior that features a magical light-filled Victorian court, open cage elevators, marble stairs, and ornate iron railings. A pioneer in design, the Bradbury was one of the first buildings in Los Angeles to incorporate a steel framework. Since the Bradbury is in the heart of Tinseltown, the building has been a mainstay in cinema with it appearing in notable films like 500 Days of Summer, The Artist, and Blade Runner. Designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1977, the Bradbury remains as one of Los Angeles’ architectural icons due to its unique character and timeless beauty.
Photo by Stephen Weissberger
13. Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles
Presenting, collecting, preserving, and interpreting the art of modern times, questioning and adapting to the changing definitions of art, making art accessible, embracing change, supporting multiple perspectives, and encouraging contemporary expression, the Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles is the only artist-founded museum in Los Angeles. Established in 1979, they house one of the world’s most compelling collections of contemporary art with roughly 7,500 objects. They are committed to the collection, presentation, and interpretation of all art created after 1940, and to preserving that work for future generations. They provide leadership in the field by identifying and presenting the most significant and challenging art of modern times, actively supporting the creation of new work, and producing original scholarship. With two distinct venues in Los Angeles, they engage audiences through ambitious exhibits, programs, and published works.
Photo by Minnaert
Interesting Things to Look Out For:
1. Conrad Los Angeles Lobby
Enjoy the stylish and contemporary ambiance that blends seamlessly with the surrounding urban landscape.
2. The Beaudry Room
Admire the bold decorative touches, featuring a volcanic lava countertop and hand crafted porcelain tiles from our local Los Angeles artists.
3. Agua Viva
Enjoy our open-air restaurant with sweeping views of the mountains and city skyline.
4. San Laurel
Savor the delicious flavors where the Santa Monica Farmers Market meets modern Spain.
5. Airlight Pool
Take a dip in the largest rooftop pool in Downtown Los Angeles.
6. Grand Penthouse Terrace
Take in the panoramic vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see.
7. Angels Flight
Ride up and down on this funky funicular.
8. Walt Disney Concert Hall
Listen to the magical music of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
9. The Broad
Visit the "Infinity Mirrored Room" – an immersive and mesmerizing experience.
10. Los Angeles City Hall
From the observation deck on the 27th floor you can see the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and the Pacific Ocean.
11. Grand Central Market
Taste some of DTLA's cultural staples and mingle with the crowd.
12. Bradbury Building
View first hand an extraordinary skylit atrium of access walkways, stairs and elevators, and ornate iron work.
13. Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles
MOCA's permanent collection features renowned artists like Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Cindy Sherman, and Roy Lichtenstein.
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