West Hollywood Official Visitors Guide 2021 by The Lifestyle Magazines of SoCal

OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE

It’s Time to Visit West Hollywood If you haven’t been to West Hollywood lately—you have not been to West Hollywood! It’s a new season on the legendary Sunset Strip with several new luxury hotels and newly reopened bars, clubs, and restaurants. Don’t miss the cutting-edge design and shopping in the Design District, and the open and inclusive nightlife on Santa Monica Boulevard. This Ofﬁcial Visitors Guide will give you just a small sampling of West Hollywood’s world-class lineup of wellness options, California-cool shops, visionary art centers, and trendsetting bars and restaurants. You’ll ﬁnd more information at visitwesthollywood.com. West Hollywood is one of California’s most walkable cities and you’ll want

to walk, not drive, to discover the neighborhoods that make the city so unique. To make getting around even easier, you’ll ﬁnd a variety of free transportation options once you’re here. Whether you start your day with a customized workout or enjoying brunch at the pool, and end it celebrityspotting on a rooftop bar or sampling a sumptuous dessert at one of the city’s newest haunts, it’s all here for you in West Hollywood. We can’t wait to see you back here in the Heart of L.A.

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SHOP

STYLISH FINDS

Browse these spots for treasures from art books to haute couture.

THE GREAT

West Hollywood has long been at the beating epicenter of California cool, home to some of the most iconic and inﬂuential forces in West Coast style for more than half a century. From the famed Sunset Strip down to the hip Design District, shopping in West Hollywood is an experience unlike any other, an irresistible mix of cutting-edge styles and laid-back sophistication, spiced along the way by fabulously Instagram-worthy shop-adjacent backdrops like the worldfamous pink wall of the Paul Smith store on Melrose Avenue.

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BOOK SOUP > A ﬁxture on the Sunset Strip since 1975, Book Soup has been a beacon of bookishness for generations of local readers, writers, artists, rockers, entertainment execs, and celebs. Everyone from Hunter S. Thompson to Grace Jones has done signings here over the years (with more big names always on the horizon), and no less than David Bowie and Andy Warhol have been spotted among the stacks. With more than 60,000 titles

specializing in art, ﬁlm, photography, music, and literary ﬁction, it’s a must-stop for the savvy traveler. booksoup.com

FRED SEGAL SUNSET > For 60 years and counting, Fred Segal has been deﬁning California cool and shaping the very way the most stylish Southern Californians shop. The brand’s eponymous founder was a pioneer of experiential retail and the shopin-shop concept, culminating in this

gorgeous 14,000-squarefoot West Hollywood ﬂagship store at the corner of Sunset and La Cienega Boulevards. Opened in 2017, it’s a one-stop “upscale hip” lifestyle superstore that incorporates an alluring array of eclectic subspaces. fredsegal.com

THE GREAT > Celebrity stylists, designers, and longtime best friends Emily Current and Meritt Elliott debuted this ﬂagship store of their casually hip women’s readyto-wear line The Great in 2018, the latest fruit of their two decades in business together and an homage to classic American style— think vintage-inspired denim, embroidered sweatshirts, and extra-soft tees. The 1,800-square-foot Melrose Avenue shop also sells a carefully curated selection of actual vintage clothing and jewelry, plus The Great Little, the duo’s adorable line of kids’ clothing. thisisthegreat.com

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LECLAIREUR > What Leclaireur’s original Paris boutique is to high fashion, this dazzling and sprawling chateau-like sister store on West Hollywood’s Robertson Boulevard— the brand’s ﬁrst U.S. location—is to oneof-a-kind furniture, exquisitely curated home furnishings, and enticing objets d’art from across Europe and America. Spread over three ﬂoors, Leclaireur’s offerings include lighting, mirrors, art, ceramics, and an especially strong

FRED SEGAL SUNSET selection of wall plates and other pieces from the playfully surrealistic Fornasetti line from Italy. leclaireurla.com

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MAXFIELD > It may have its brutalist back turned coyly to Melrose Avenue, but inside Maxﬁeld awaits a deliciously decadent and inviting assortment of ultra-luxe clothing and accessories blending haute couture with cheeky rebellion. The hottest pieces from Europe’s latest runways merge with irreverently upscale L.A. lines like Libertine and Local Authority, much to the delight of a loyal clientele that includes some of the city’s biggest celebrities. maxﬁeldla.com

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TONE IT UP

Push, polish, and nourish yourself inside and out at these trendsetting spots.

Throughout its energetic young life, West Hollywood has not only been at the pulsing heart of Southern California’s keenly health-conscious culture, but has also stood at the very forefront of the global wellness movement. Whether you want to get ﬁt and pampered alongside the stars or just squeeze in the best possible workout and treatment while you travel, the city’s got you covered with a world-class lineup of gyms, spas, and wellness centers, not to mention its incredible selection of hip and healthy dining options.

DOGPOUND > Rocker Adam Levine helped bring this ultra-hip New York City trainer’s gym to the West Coast in 2019, where its Robertson 4 z

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Boulevard location in West Hollywood now boasts a celeb clientele (think Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber) to match its high-proﬁle NYC counterpart. With

teamwork, positivity, philanthropy, and authenticity as its core principles, Dogpound creates customized, results-driven regimens for its clients to help them smash their ﬁtness goals. thedogpound.com

and sizes, Health House’s rowers are easy to learn and the staff will give you a full demonstration. All you need is workout attire, 45 minutes for a class, and the desire for a more efﬁcient and effective workout. health-house.com

HEALTH HOUSE > A bevy of ﬁtness-

RUMBLE > Shaking up the stale

minded Hollywood A-listers including Kevin Hart and Patrick Schwarzenegger teamed up in 2019 to bring this Kansas City– based phenomenon to West Hollywood—the ﬁrst dedicated rowing studio to combine rowing and strength training for the ultimate full-body workout. Suitable for all shapes

norms of the group fitness concept, the Sunset Strip’s Rumble is a boxing-based workout studio with super-fun, high-energy classes that are ingeniously designed for folks at any level of skill and fitness. As newcomers learn in a quick fiveminute orientation before every class, the six basic punches of

including acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, Reiki, and auricular acupressure—as well as herbal and nutritional consultations—to promote wellness, healing, and longevity. viehealing.com

YOUTH HAUS > The best trips end with

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you looking younger— so why not ensure that with a stop at West Hollywood’s Youth Haus? Choose from a full menu of Botox, ﬁller, microneedling, and microdermabrasion treatments to instantly shave years off your appearance, then add a vitamin IV or shot to help you feel as great as you look. For ultimate rejuvenation, go for the Haus Luxe package, including a combination of ﬁller and Botox treatments that will leave you ready for the red carpet. youthhaus.com

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boxing are utilized in a fast-paced format that incorporates cardio rounds at the bags along with strength training and conditioning rounds on the ﬂoor, all set to party music and emceed by Rumble’s motivational instructors. doyourumble.com

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VIE HEALING > Unwind from the stresses of traveling at Vie Healing, where the holistic therapy goal is simple: to bring harmony and balance to your mind, body, and spirit. With traditional Chinese medicine at its core, Vie Healing merges the wisdom of the East with the knowledge of the West, offering a variety of treatments

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CULTURE + ART

ACCESS ART Galleries, events, and venues that showcase icons and innovators.

It’s no wonder that West Hollywood has been known as “The Creative City” throughout most of its existence—not only is it home to a great number of creative types like actors, writers, ﬁlmmakers, and visual artists, but it’s also the site of numerous venues, many of them world-renowned, that foster the arts and promote cultural interplay and understanding. The inﬂuence that this 1.9-square-mile city and its residents have had on global culture can’t be overstated, so your dive into their local culture is sure to be nothing short of enlightening.

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M+B > Tucked away just north of Melrose Avenue on Almont Drive, M+B’s minimalist white space hosts exhibitions by some of today’s most exciting contemporary artists, both established and emerging. Gallery owner Benjamin Trigano also co-founded (with his father and brother) the hip international Mama Shelter family of hotels. Upcoming 2021 solo shows at M+B include painter Rob Thom, who depicts scenes of American absurdity, and sculptor Nevine Mahmoud, whose sensual works are forged from marble, alabaster, and calcite. mbart.com

MAK CENTER FOR ART AND ARCHITECTURE AT THE SCHINDLER HOUSE > West Hollywood’s very own modern

the Morrison Hotel Gallery presents an everchanging assortment of some of the world’s most captivating ﬁne-art music photography. Co-owned by celebrity photographer Timothy White and famed music photographer Henry Diltz, the gallery curates hundreds of rare collections to bring to light unseen photo gems featuring music icons past and present. It’s named for The Doors’ 1970 Morrison Hotel album, for which Diltz himself shot the cover art. morrisonhotelgallery. com

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architecture masterpiece, the sleek Schindler House was designed in the early 1920s by famed Austrian-born architect Rudolph Schindler to house a communal living experiment with his wife and another couple. These days, nearly a century later, it serves not only as the living birthplace of Southern California modernism, but also as the headquarters of the MAK Center for Art and Architecture, hosting art installations and even a special series of picnics and dinners for superfans this summer. makcenter.org/sites/ schindler-house

NEW IMAGE ART > Set just next door to the famed Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute on Santa Monica Boulevard, New Image Art prides itself on providing an inclusive cultural and curatorial platform for emerging and midcareer contemporary artists. Always seeking

ONE CITY ONE PRIDE to provide a forum for the underrepresented and cultivate new possibilities, the gallery has helped launch the careers of noted contemporary artists like Tauba Auerbach, Manuel López, and Naudline Pierre. newimageartgallery. com

ONE CITY ONE PRIDE LGBTQ ARTS FESTIVAL > Each year from May 22 (the birthday of gay

rights pioneer Harvey Milk) through the end of June, the City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division celebrates LGBTQ Pride by hosting a 40-day series of readings, performances, art exhibitions, screenings, discussions, and workshops. Events are mostly free and held throughout the city to honor the unique heritage, diversity, and talent of its LGBTQ citizenry. pride.weho.org

MORRISON HOTEL GALLERY > Located within the lobby of the rock-legendary and enduringly uber-hip Sunset Marquis Hotel,

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Wolfgang Puck’s West Hollywood

In the mid-1970s, Ma Maison on West Hollywood’s Melrose Avenue was the place to be. Helmed by a dynamic young Austrian chef named Wolfgang Puck, the Cali-French restaurant attracted

stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Marlon Brando, Gene Kelly, and Jack Nicholson. A few years later, in 1982, Puck went on to open the now-legendary Spago on the Sunset Strip, redeﬁning California cuisine with signature dishes like pizza topped with smoked salmon and caviar. Spago soon became the scene of the hottest Oscar party. Hosted by superagent Swifty Lazar, it attracted both Hollywood royalty—Gregory Peck, Candice Bergen—and young upstarts like Tom Cruise, Madonna, and Michael Jackson.

Today, Spago is an icon in Beverly Hills and Puck runs a global restaurant empire. He’s been catering the post-Oscars Governor’s Ball for more than a quarter century now, and he’ll be overseeing the food for parties and other events when the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opens in the fall. But Puck has been fiercely attached to West Hollywood. His corporate offices are in the Pacific Design Center; his kids went to school here, at The Center for Early Education; and after more than ten years, he’s made a splashy return to the city’s restaurant scene with his much anticipated new restaurants and bars for Pendry West Hollywood. This stylish new Sunset Strip hotel, with 149 guest rooms and 40 residences, is home to Ospero, an all-day street-side café and bakery; Merois, the open-air rooftop restaurant that features Puck’s signature mix of Asian and FrenchCalifornia cuisine; the intimate Bar Pendry, offering handcrafted cocktails and small bites; and a poolside al fresco venue, for snacks like Puck’s legendary Chinois chicken salad. Between fine-tuning the menus for his new ventures, Puck chatted about the enduring, and evolving, appeal of West Hollywood. How central was West Hollywood to your early career? It’s been nearly 40 years since I opened Spago in West Hollywood, and almost 20 years since it closed. Some of my longtime customers tell me they still think of it as the most unique of all my restaurants. With the Oscar parties it became such a big deal. The neighbors behind us complained all the time about the noise, the cars,

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He began his celebrated culinary career here more than 40 years ago and he’s returned to the Sunset Strip with two new restaurants.

everything. But when they sold their condo, they put “walking distance to Spago” in the listing. It was a deﬁnite selling point! Do you think West Hollywood has changed much since then? It’s a totally different city now! In the ’80s I would drive down Sunset Boulevard to get to Spago and there was only one large building—9000 West Sunset Boulevard. Today, you drive the mile or so of the Sunset Strip and there are all these modern new buildings—some hotels, some residences, some mixed-use with restaurants and retail. There’s so much that’s new and exciting happening here.

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How do you see West Hollywood as a global city? If you go to New York, you have Midtown and then you have SoHo and Tribeca. I think West Hollywood is the Tribeca of Los Angeles. It’s a very artsy, vibrant city, but it still has the feel and warmth of a small town. I think of it as a very young and progressive city, a contrast to a more established city like Beverly Hills. How would you suggest a visitor spend a day in West Hollywood? I’d start by staying in one of the new boutique hotels, like Pendry West Hollywood. Begin your day with coffee and breakfast at Ospero. Next, instead of going to the gym, go for a walk. You can walk along Sunset all the way to Beverly Hills, wandering up and down some streets to take in the big mansions. Then, on the way back, stop at Sunset Plaza for lunch. On a nice day, Le Petit Four is a great place to hang out and people-watch. There are great shops in Sunset Plaza, too, and down the street is Book Soup, a wonderful place to browse for new reads. Melrose Avenue is another great area to explore, with terriﬁc shops, art galleries, and restaurants. If you’re a vegetarian or vegan, check out Gracias Madre for its creative plant-based Mexican food.

Top and left: Merois; above: marinated bigeye tuna with caviar at Merois; below: Bar Pendry.

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CAVATINA RESTAURANT AT THE SUNSET MARQUIS > On a starry night or

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CRAIG’S > Toss the olive from

Innovative dishes, trendsetting interior design, and stunning views—these extraordinary spots offer dazzling dining experiences.

BOTTEGA LOUIE > Bottega Louie, the bustling restaurant and patisserie that helped launch Downtown L.A.’s culinary renaissance, has opened its longanticipated West Hollywood location. From 8 o’clock each morning until midnight on weekends, the 10 z

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European-inspired menu always offers exactly what you’re craving, whether that’s Belgian wafﬂes, chicken parmesan, steak frites, or a squash blossom pizza. You won’t want to leave without a box of the iconic macarons, available in a dozen ﬂavors like Earl Grey,

a sunny day, which is almost any day in West Hollywood, there is no better place to be than the al fresco dining room of the signature restaurant at the Sunset Marquis hotel. Open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily (11 p.m. on weekends), Cavatina highlights local, seasonal ingredients, pristinely prepared. A perfect day of dining here might go from an açai bowl for breakfast to a Sunset Cobb for lunch to a golden cauliﬂower steak for dinner. sunsetmarquis.com/ cavatina-restaurant

salted caramel, and espresso. bottegalouie.com

CATCH > It’s hard to decide what’s the most ravishing: the exquisite garden-like indooroutdoor dining room, perched stories above West Hollywood’s Design

your martini and it’s likely to hit an A-list celebrity at this Design District industry hot spot, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary. The menu is mostly oldschool Italian-American— shrimp cocktail, pastas, pizza, cioppino, chicken parmigiana—with vegan versions of several dishes. Weekend brunch is a global mash-up: potato latkes, southern fried chicken and pancakes, breakfast

pizza, quesadilla, and, of course, the a.m. Hollywood staple, an egg white omelet. craigs.la

EMPLOYEES ONLY > The L.A. offshoot of a New York speakeasy, this dimly lit, sophisticated cocktail lounge and restaurant was designed, the founders say, to create a “sense of community and belonging.” So if you missed your chance to be part of the hip crowd in high school, here’s another opportunity. Everyone is having a very good time in the decomeets-post-modernarchitecture space while they sip cocktails like the gin-based Cucumber Retrograde or the bourbon-forward Old Fashioned and munch on tomato-Alfredo or cacio e pepe pasta chips, fries, and woodﬁred pizzas. employeesonlyla.com

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E.P. & L.P. > The name is short for Extended Play & Long Play, a nod to the seven- and 12-inch vinyl records of days past. Stop at the expansive rooftop patio (L.P.) for a cocktail, available by the glass or the pitcher, and a bite, like Baja ﬁsh tacos or ahi tuna tartare tostada, from the global snack menu. Then, head down to the E.P. dining room for supper or a late dinner of, perhaps, a beef tartare starter, followed by gnocchi lobster. Or dine ﬁrst, drink later. The night is long. eplosangeles.com

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FORMOSA CAFE > First opened in 1939, welcoming patrons like Frank Sinatra, Humphrey

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THE CLASSIC With its red banquettes, Chianti bottles dangling from the ceiling, and legendary bar, the iconic Dan Tana’s is an enduring favorite that’s been feeding Hollywood elite ItalianAmerican classics for generations. The little yellow bungalow with the green awning has been a cozy favorite on Santa Monica Boulevard for over half a century. dantanas restaurant.com

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Bogart, Ava Gardner, and Elvis, this West Hollywood landmark has been recently restored to its Golden Age glory. The 1904 red trolley car and the red leather booths are back, and the classic Chinese-American menu—chow mein, kung pao chicken, egg rolls— along with cocktails like the mai tai, zombie, and Singapore Sling play

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the dining room or one of the two lush patios, you will likely start making mental notes of redecorating ideas for your own pad. Those chic and comfy barstools! The thicket of greenery inside and out! The chevron wood ﬂoors! But don’t let the gorgeous surroundings distract you from the superb eclectic American fare, like castiron cornbread, root veggies with burrata, uni-butter poached shrimp, and wood-ﬁred pizzas. Vegan offerings and nonalcoholic cocktails are plentiful. norah.la

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FEEL THE BUZZ Bars are back, and these bars are humming with so much style and spirit you’ll feel it before you even raise your glass.

HARLOWE > Take a trip back to

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Hollywood’s Golden Age at Harlowe, which has the design of a turn-ofthe-century—that’s 20th century—social club and the welcoming vibe of a neighborhood watering hole. The menu is French Moroccan. That means couscous with lamb stew, monkﬁsh tagine, and zucchini fritters with baby artichokes and grilled asparagus. There’s a strong list of wines by the glass, a half dozen draught beers, and cheeky cocktails like the rum-based Sang-Froid and Gleaming the Cube, made with mezcal, grenadine, lemon, lime, and blackberry. harlowebar.com

HARRIET’S > Located on the rooftop of the 1 Hotel, Harriet’s describes itself as “revelry with a view.” String lights twinkle, umbrellas provide a cozy canopy, and the skyline presents itself in a stunning panorama. The cleverly named handcrafted cocktails include Thymes Up (thyme-infused gin, lemon, honey, prosecco)

and Old Dog New Tricks (bourbon, maple, chocolate bitters, lemon). Or you could opt for a $2,300 magnum of Don Julio 1942 tequila. The menu features cold and hot bites, from a tomato and burrata salad to steak frites and ﬁsh tacos. harrietsrooftop.com

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of red wine from the “Old World” offerings, a Napa white from the “New World” listings, or, if you’re feeling “just signed a megadeal-withNetﬂix” ﬂush, a $395 glass of 23-year-old Pappy Van Winkle. The chic, discreet (lots of private cubbies) bar is housed

in Bugsy Siegel’s former apartment on the ground ﬂoor of the hotel, where the legendary gangster might have passed fellow residents like Howard Hughes, Marilyn Monroe, and Frank Sinatra. sunsettowerhotel.com/ restaurants-and-bar/ tower-bar

THE ROOF AT THE WEST HOLLYWOOD EDITION > The hotel is at the spot where Beverly Hills yields to West Hollywood, while the view from The Roof, the rooftop bar, takes in the L.A. Basin. Bites are appropriately elevated— Dungeness crab nachos, sweet potato taquitos, lomo saltado. Cocktails like LA Conﬁdential and Lethal Weapon are a nod to Hollywood. Celebs such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Lenny Kravitz, and Janelle Monáe have been spotted here. editionhotels.com/ weho/restaurants-andbars/the-roof/

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THE TOWER BAR > Soak in storied Hollywood history while you sip on the Tower Smash (tequila, basil, lemon, ginger), a glass

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Sweeping views, thoughtful service, chic rooftop pools, and innovative design—West Hollywood hotels offer experiences like no other. BEST WESTERN PLUS SUNSET PLAZA HOTEL

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8490 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-424-1600 | 1hotels.com/west-hollywood Rooms: 285

>The first mission-driven luxury hotel brand, 1 Hotels are inspired by nature, combining sustainable design with extraordinary comfort and unrivaled service. Nestled at the base of the Hollywood Hills, with sweeping views from Downtown L.A. to Santa Monica, 1 Hotel West Hollywood draws inspiration from the land, sea, and abundant sunshine of Southern California. Thoughtful touches bring nature into guest rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, native greenery, rustic wood, marble bathrooms, and organic cotton linens. All accommodations offer 50-inch DH smart TVs, Bluetooth speakers, Nespresso machines, minibars, 24-hour in-room dining, soft cotton robes, and yoga mats. One-bedroom suites feature step-out balconies, while two penthouses boast spacious terraces. Distinctive amenities include a pool with skyline views, a 24-hour gym, “Mind and Movement” wellness programs, electric house-car service, a lobby farm stand, and five restaurants and bars. 1 Hotel West Hollywood is also a place to gather. More than 14,000 square feet of highly functional spaces, state-of-the-art technology, turnkey planning, and custom menus make for one-of-a-kind events and meetings. Discover a sanctuary in the heart of L.A.

ANDAZ WEST HOLLYWOOD >As the first hotel on the Sunset Strip, Andaz West Hollywood has attracted legendary rockers since the mid-’60s. It now serves as an eclectic gateway to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and other fashionable neighborhoods. Andaz West Hollywood features 219 stylish rooms, including 20 extravagant suites, and soaring sights of Hollywood Hills, the Sunset Strip, and Downtown L.A.—and is walking distance from acclaimed art galleries, music venues, theaters, boutiques, popular restaurants, and nightlife. On-site you can experience L.A.’s highest rooftop pool and innovative culinary options. The hotel also has programming available for guests and locals alike, inclusive of drive-in movies, fitness classes, and comedy nights.* Elevate your L.A. experience at this iconic property reimagined for modern day. We’ll see you on Sunset. 8401 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-656-1234 | hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/california/ andaz-west-hollywood/laxss | Rooms: 219

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>The Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel is conveniently located in the vicinity of some of the most popular attractions in Hollywood. Situated between Hollywood and Beverly Hills, and minutes from Universal Studios HollywoodTM, this cozy hotel provides a perfect base for plenty of activity during your stay. Its Sunset Strip address and amazing service have earned it the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence award for the past five consecutive years. Dressed in colorful floral arrangements, the Sunset Plaza Hotel’s European décor features rural art pieces and stone fountains that evoke a stay in an Italian villa. Guest rooms are 100 percent nonsmoking, and a heated pool and a workout center are exclusive to guests. Balcony Suites provide guests with breathtaking views of Los Angeles. The daily one-ofa-kind American buffet breakfast is complimentary.

8400 W. Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-654-0750 | sunsetplazahotel.com Rooms: 100

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1000 Westmount Dr. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-657-7400 | chamberlainwesthollywood.com Rooms: 115

>The Chamberlain is discreetly located on a quiet, tree-lined street, but still close to all the best hot spots in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. The hotel is positioned just minutes from some of the area’s most celebrated attractions, including the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood Design District, The Grove, and Beverly Center. Each of the Chamberlain’s 115 comfortable suites features separate living spaces, cozy ﬁreplaces, oversized marble bathrooms, luxe amenities, and private balconies. These fashionable suites offer sophisticated accommodations ranging from 350 to 650 square feet. With the suites’ large living areas and residential feel, the Chamberlain’s accommodations are desirable for short retreats and extended stays alike. The exclusive guests-only restaurant and patio along with a glamorous rooftop pool and terrace with 360-degree views of West Hollywood offer a unique collection of event spaces and venues for events with up to 80 guests. Ample underground valet parking is available to guests, as well as 24-hour access to the ﬁtness and business centers. Stay here—in town, in residence, in style.

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THE CHARLIE HOTEL >With its origins dating back to 1924 and its history built on catering to Hollywood stars past and present, The Charlie offers a truly enchanting Los Angeles getaway. Word has it that numerous movie star legends—Charlie Chaplin, Marilyn Monroe, and Gloria Swanson, to name a few—have roamed these grounds, living out their glorious days to the fullest. Located just steps away from the famed Melrose Avenue district, this iconic historic gem houses a selection of exquisite Tudor cottages surrounding a lush English garden. Offering unique amenities such as in-unit washers and dryers, fully equipped modern kitchens, private patios, and spacious living rooms, The Charlie embodies a true home-away-from-home feel, unparalleled by any other West Hollywood hotel. Enter into this private oasis just off the beaten path of the buzzing Los Angeles action. The Charlie Hotel awaits your presence!

819 N. Sweetzer Ave. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-988-9000 | thecharliehotel.com Rooms: 14

THE GRAFTON ON SUNSET >The Grafton on Sunset’s accommodations exude a uniquely L.A. style, buzzing with urban sophistication. Guests can kick up their Sunday brunch with creative cocktails, then settle into a lounge chair for an A-list afternoon by the largest heated saltwater swimming pool on Sunset Boulevard. Retreat to a room or suite with Hollywood bungalow vibes, complete with metal and leather finishes, lipstick red accents, and, of course, luxurious beds and linens. No matter where the night takes you, you’ll have a rain shower and lighted makeup mirror for pre-party glam before wine hour, Bar 20 on-site, and the night owl’s paradise that surrounds you. As morning rolls around, there’s fresh coffee brewing and the fitness center awaits for an energizing workout to start off another day of adventure in L.A.

8462 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-654-4600 | graftononsunset.com Rooms: 108

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HOTEL 850 SVB >The newest addition to hotelier and restaurateur Jeff Klein’s JK Hotel Group, Hotel 850 SVB is a concept inspired by European residential-style properties where the comforts and accoutrements of home blend seamlessly with the luxury and service of a contemporary hotel. Nestled on a beautiful street in West Hollywood, the historic building’s circa1918 bungalow façade leads to a newly designed property developed by architect Marc Appleton and interior designer Rita Konig in partnership with Klein. Amenities include beautifully appointed rooms with private patios, a spacious living room with fireplace, a communal residential-style kitchen, and a roof deck offering stunning views of the Los Angeles skyline.

850 N. San Vicente | West Hollywood, CA 90069 424-313-8650 | hotel850svb.com Rooms: 23

KIMPTON LA PEER HOTEL >La Peer Hotel is located in the heart of the Design District of West Hollywood—one of L.A.’s most walkable neighborhoods, featuring the streets of Melrose, Robertson, and Beverly Boulevard. We offer a true cosmopolitan experience in that we are steps away from the city’s hottest fashion boutiques (Maxﬁeld, Christian Louboutin, and John Varvatos), restaurants (Cecconi’s, Craig’s, Gracias Madre, and Catch LA), and the renowned nightlife on Santa Monica Boulevard. La Peer’s signature approach to service is not only a nod to the relaxed but chic style of West Hollywood, but also captures the sensibilities of Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z alike. These “Children of Classic Luxury” prefer service and amenities that feel tailored to their needs, aspirations, and conscience—and La Peer’s amenities featuring local, green, and socially aware partners speak directly to our guests. 627 N. La Peer Dr. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 213-296-3038 | lapeerhotel.com Rooms: 105

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LE PARC SUITE HOTEL

733 N. West Knoll Dr. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-855-8888 | leparcsuites.com Rooms: 154

>Le Parc is home to 154 contemporary suites starting at 550 square feet. In addition to chic furnishings and art-inspired décor, you’ll find private outdoor balconies, cozy fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, fully equipped kitchenettes, and other essential apartment-like amenities within each suite. Situated on a quiet residential street in West Hollywood, Le Parc Suite Hotel is bordered by nearby art galleries, fashion boutiques, antique dealerships, and interior design showrooms, placing it in close proximity to urban fashion must-sees. Created as a haven for trendsetters and go-getters, Le Parc Suite Hotel is a West Hollywood retreat offering one-ofa-kind amenities with an innovative vision. Guests can take in jaw-dropping views of the Los Angeles skyline with poolside cocktails, a game of tennis, or a session of sunset yoga on the rooftop Skydeck. Doze off in your personal cabana and raise a toast to wine hour before returning to the homelike comforts of your suite. Set out for a night on the town in West Hollywood or enjoy an imaginative dinner with Mediterranean flair right at the hotel. When morning comes, sip on a cup of freshly brewed coffee and visit the fitness center to fuel your energy before another day spent exploring L.A.

THE LONDON WEST HOLLYWOOD AT BEVERLY HILLS

1050 N. San Vicente Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-358-1111 | thelondonwesthollywood.com Rooms: 226

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>The London West Hollywood is a tranquil oasis that combines cosmopolitan elegance and laidback California cool to create an unparalleled destination for a discerning new breed of luxury traveler. With sumptuous, all-suite accommodations, seamless service, inspired culinary options, and unrivaled amenities—including a rooftop pool with panoramic views of the city—our hotel is the ultimate urban refuge. Located steps away from West Hollywood’s hottest attractions and minutes from Beverly Hills, The London West Hollywood redefines modern hospitality in one of the world’s most vibrant cities. The hotel is within walking distance of iconic attractions, top-tier restaurants, and sought-after shops. The acclaimed culinary team of Boxwood oversees all dining at The London West Hollywood. Dine and mingle with friends and colleagues in the glamorous restaurant or enjoy cocktails in the beautiful London Bar. From the pool perched atop the hotel, take in the spectacular views of L.A. and Beverly Hills that frame this hidden garden oasis and sweep from Downtown to the Getty Center and beyond. In a space designed to motivate, challenge, and refresh, the hotel’s state-of-the-art fitness center features floorto-ceiling windows and outdoor stretching areas.

MONDRIAN LOS ANGELES

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>Mondrian LA is a parallel universe of perpetual possibility. This luxury boutique hotel in the heart of West Hollywood captures everything the Strip stands for—excitement, invincibility, and glamour. Entering Mondrian through its signature 30-foot mahogany doors, guests will ﬁnd the recently expanded lobby, accented with hues of deep purple and complemented by custom-designed furniture, a Lucite indoor swing, and a mushroominspired concierge desk. Surrounded by the beauty of the hotel lobby is our world-class Business Center with complimentary high-speed wireless internet access. Up in the sky, amid the clouds of Los Angeles, guests can enjoy the stunning view from our Skybar deck. Exxhibit Boutique, our gift shop, offers curated items tailored for the L.A. scene. Mondrian is located right on the Sunset Strip, close to FOX Studios, Paramount Pictures, Staples Center, Dodger Stadium, the Hollywood Hills, Santa Monica, Rodeo Drive, and the Getty Museum.

8440 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-650-8999 | mondrianlosangeles.com Rooms: 236

MONTROSE WEST HOLLYWOOD >Montrose West Hollywood offers 133 oversized suites designed with ultramodern furnishings and adorned with sleek artwork. Whether you’re traveling for a few days or weeks at a time, our hotel offers accommodations with a residential-style perfect for pampering the Hollywood elite and is ideal for everything from weekend trips in West Hollywood to extended stays. Between a rooftop pool deck with panoramic urban views, curated yoga events, a 24-hour ﬁtness center and personal training, and a stylish coworking space that doubles as a restaurant and lounge, guests can count on an array of amenities and entertainment brought together with a sophisticated aesthetic. When it’s time to grab a bite, you don’t have to go very far for an incredible meal in our exclusive restaurant, outdoor dining, and a chic rooftop bar with great music, handcrafted cocktails, and world-class views.

900 Hammond St. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-855-1115 | montrosewesthollywood.com Rooms: 133

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PENDRY WEST HOLLYWOOD

8430 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-928-9000 | pendrywesthollywood.com Rooms: 149

>Pendry West Hollywood features 149 guest rooms, including 37 suites and an additional 40 private residences. In the heart of Sunset Boulevard, it lies at the heart of L.A.’s film, music, and cultural history—and pulses with an energy all its own. Every guest room is designed with classic sophistication, distinguished with a contemporary twist. Clean lines, brass accents, art deco–inspired light fixtures, and luxurious headboards pair with curated works of art and modern technology. Guests and residence owners have exclusive access to hotel amenities including a rooftop pool and bar, multiple chef-driven restaurants, multipurpose live entertainment venue, screening room, bowling alley, Spa Pendry, state-of-the-art fitness center, and art collection. Spa Pendry features world-class, modern skincare technology with a calming, healing environment. Pendry West Hollywood is home to Merois and Ospero from Chef Wolfgang Puck. Merois features Japanese, Southeast Asian, and French/California cuisine. Ospero has a relaxed yet refined menu, including breakfast staples, salads, vegan dishes, grab-and-go, a wood-burning pizza oven, and full bar.

PETIT ERMITAGE >Petit Ermitage is a private European-style, allsuite luxury hotel situated in a quiet residential area, where guests enjoy the sophistication of sunken living areas, antique furniture, oriental rugs, and an art collection including pieces by Dalí and Miró. Petit Ermitage is only a five-minute walk from either Sunset Boulevard or Santa Monica Boulevard. Guests enjoy globally inspired cuisine served among hummingbirds and butterflies, as the rooftop space is recognized as their sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation; a rooftop heated saltwater pool surrounded by 360-degree views of the Hollywood Hills; and a rooftop fire deck with sunken outdoor fireplace, cabanas, music, art, and cocktails whose ingredients are carefully selected at farmers’ markets or directly from a local farm. Petit Ermitage now combines a curated boutique luxury experience with the COVID safety and security measures that today’s high-end traveler demands. 8822 Cynthia St. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-854-1114 | petitermitage.com Rooms: 79 suites

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RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL & SUITES

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>Located in the heart of Los Angeles, the Ramada Plaza Hotel & Suites provides the best value and location for your stay in West Hollywood. Explore some of the city’s most talked about restaurants, shops, and night spots, all within walking distance of Ramada West Hollywood, the center of urban cool. Room types range from dual-level loft suites to connected parlor rooms, and amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor heated pool, on-site retailers, kitchen24 (24-hour room service), a Starbucks, Cousins Lobster, and Enterprise RentA-Car.

8585 Santa Monica Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-652-6400 | ramadaweho.com Rooms: 176

SUNSET MARQUIS HOTEL & VILLAS

1200 Alta Loma Rd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 800-858-9758 | sunsetmarquis.com Rooms: 152 suites and villas

>Since 1963, this garden oasis in the heart of West Hollywood known as the Sunset Marquis has served as home-away-from-home to rock legends, Mad Men, fashionistas, creative innovators, and discerning travelers from all over. Centrally located between Hollywood and Beverly Hills and with easy access to Downtown Los Angeles, Sunset Marquis Hotel & Villas features exquisitely decorated suites and villas intertwined within a 3.5-acre oasis of lush gardens and private retreats. Make the most of your travel experience by dining alfresco at Cavatina and soaking up the rays at either of the two outdoor heated pools. Decompress from the stress of the day at iconic BAR 1200, or indulge in body treatments at the luxurious SPA. If you’re ready to cut your latest hit, book some time in NightBird Recording Studios in the hotel’s underground. Or make time to visit Morrison Hotel Gallery in the lobby to peruse its archive of iconic, limited-edition ﬁne-art photography available for purchase from many of the most renowned photographers in the world.

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SUNSET TOWER HOTEL >Recently renovated, this landmark 15-story building was designed by architect Leland Bryant in 1929 and served as a residence for everyone from Errol Flynn to Claudette Colbert, John Wayne, Elizabeth Taylor, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, and Howard Hughes. With its chic restaurant, fabulous spa, and unrivaled views of West Hollywood, the exceptional environment of the Sunset Tower Hotel offers guests every comfort and amenity. Originally built in a distinctly Hollywood version of art deco, the hotel is now equipped with the latest electronic conveniences, providing the ultimate in privacy and elegance. Accommodations range from standard rooms to spacious suites with ﬂoorto-ceiling windows and limestone bathrooms to spectacular penthouses with separate living and boudoir areas, wraparound terraces, and deep soaking tubs. These superb lodgings come with stylish custom ﬁttings, romantic lighting, and artworks that create a subtly luxurious feeling.

8358 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 323-654-7100 | sunsettowerhotel.com Rooms: 81

THE WEST HOLLYWOOD EDITION

9040 W. Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-953-9899 | editionhotels.com/weho Rooms: 190

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>The West Hollywood EDITION is located at West Sunset Boulevard and North Doheny Drive, where West Hollywood meets Beverly Hills. Featuring 190 guest rooms and suites, 20 luxury residences, and over 6,500 square feet of meeting and event space, the hotel boasts inspiring and sophisticated outlets, including a signature restaurant, lobby lounge, basement club, rooftop pool, and six-treatmentroom spa. EDITION Hotels is an unexpected and refreshing collection of individualized, customized, one-of-a-kind hotels. Conceived by Ian Schrager in a partnership with Marriott International, EDITION combines the personal, intimate, individualized experience for which Ian Schrager is known with the global reach, operational expertise, and scale of Marriott. The West Hollywood EDITION features: • 140 guest rooms and 48 suites; 2 penthouse suites • Stunning views of the Hollywood Hills and Los Angeles • A signature restaurant • A bespoke basement lounge • A state-of-the-art 96-seat screening room • A full-service spa with six treatment rooms, a sauna, and a steam room • A rooftop bar and pool deck • 24-hour room service and ﬁtness facilities

AKA WEST HOLLYWOOD

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>AKA West Hollywood is a sophisticated retreat that’s just as stylish as its destination. Long established as the top choice for extended stays, the property is thrilled to now also offer short-term accommodations of a week or longer to better support this creative and dynamic community. Situated on the iconic Sunset Strip, minutes from Beverly Hills and the world-famous Hollywood theaters, AKA’s luxury serviced apartments in West Hollywood offer a refined living environment in the heart of this vibrant, walkable neighborhood. AKA’s fully furnished luxury apartments in West Hollywood feature floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary architectural details, designer furnishings, and dazzling views of the area. The elegant spaces are combined with personalized service, upscale amenities, and thoughtful touches that you won’t find in most weekly and monthly apartment rentals in Los Angeles. Whether you’re in town for business, relocating to the area, visiting family, or anything in between, let AKA provide you with an elevated home away from home. 8500 Sunset Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-626-0888 | stayaka.com

ALTA CIENEGA MOTEL >Alta Cienega Motel is conveniently located near many must-see attractions, such as the Beverly Center as well as bars and restaurants on the Sunset Strip, and Santa Monica Boulevard. Legendary rock singer Jim Morrison lived here in Room 32 from 1968 to 1970. The room is still decorated with Jim’s portrait and personal belongings to this day.

1005 N. La Cienega Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-652-5797 | altacienegamotel.com

HOLLOWAY MOTEL >The Holloway Motel is located in the heart of West Hollywood within easy walking distance to local dining, entertainment, and shopping. The central location is ideal for people who want to see many of Southern California’s must-see attractions from a conveniently located lodging facility.

8465 Santa Monica Blvd. | West Hollywood, CA 90069 888-654-6400 | hollowaymotel.com

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Three Unique Neighborhoods

THE SUNSET STRIP

SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD

WEST HOLLYWOOD DESIGN DISTRICT

The Strip is a fashionista’s dream by day and a nightlife hub by night. It’s the home of famed stand-up club The Comedy Store, along with live music Meccas the Whisky a Go Go and The Roxy.

From the diverse and welcoming LGBTQ hot spots on the west end of town to the charming historic buildings in the east, this stretch of Route 66 has it all.

Anchored by the Paciﬁc Design Center on Melrose Avenue, this luxe shopping district of 200+ storefronts cater to the most discerning tastes.

For more information, visit visitwesthollywood.com

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