West Hollywood is less of a place and more of a mood. A slightly unhinged, sunglasses-at-night, “yes I’ll have another martini” kind of mood. Its hotel lobbies double as casting calls, its rooftop pools feel like they could star in music videos, and everyone looks like they’re either famous, about to be famous, or pretending very convincingly.
After far too many nights (and mornings we barely remember), here are our Top 5 West Hollywood hotels. These places don’t just give you a bed, but actively encourage bad decisions, great stories, and the occasional ego boost.
1. The Ziggy
For when your hangover deserves a poolside soundtrack
The Ziggy feels like it was designed by someone who really loves music… and really doesn’t care what time you need to wake up tomorrow. There’s an actual band room where musicians can plug in and play, and a DJ who spins late into the night in a dimly lit bar that feels dive-y. But be warned, this isn’t a quiet hotel.
HOT TIP: Get a room that opens directly onto the pool. There is nothing, and we emphasise nothing, better for a West Hollywood hangover than rolling out of bed, sliding open the door, and falling directly into water before your brain fully switches on. It’s hydrotherapy (probably).
2. Sunset Tower Hotel
Retro glamour, martinis, and aggressive people-watching
Sunset Tower is a time capsule with better cocktails. Uber-cool, unapologetically retro, and dripping in Hollywood history, this place has seen more stars than a planetarium. Our publisher once had breakfast with Jeff Bridges and dinner (plus a wicked martini) with Jennifer Aniston.
OK, he didn’t actually eat with them, but he may have stared at them so intently that they eventually left. Which feels like a win (or majorly creepy?? You decide). And the Tower Bar is legendary for a reason. You half expect someone to slide into the booth next to you and pitch a movie.
HOT TIP: Eat at the Tower Bar and pretend you’re a celebrity. Speak confidently. Order a martini. Nod knowingly at nothing in particular.
3. Kimpton La Peer
Quietly smug and effortlessly cool
Kimpton La Peer is what happens when a hotel doesn’t need to shout. It’s tucked away, subtle, and deeply confident in its own coolness. And after staying here, so are we.
The rooms have huge windows and dramatic drapes that make you feel like you should be delivering a monologue, even if you’re just ordering room service. Then there’s the rooftop pickleball court with sunset views, and bar. Yes, all of that. In one place.
HOT TIP: Don’t miss the evening wine tasting from 5 – 5.30pm, then head straight to the rooftop for pickleball as the sun goes down. It’s competitive. It’s ridiculous. And it’s very West Hollywood.
4. Andaz West Hollywood
Because rock ’n’ roll never really checks out
Once upon a time this was the Riot Hyatt, and even though it’s been polished and rebranded, rock ’n’ roll still sweats from the walls. You can feel it. Like nicotine stains on history.
The rooftop pool is still excellent, the cocktail bar still pumps, and the vibe still whispers, “Something inappropriate definitely happened here in the ’70s.” Bonus points: it’s right next door to The Comedy Store, so you can stumble back to your room after laughing too hard at someone who’s (probably) about to be famous.
HOT TIP: Stay for the late, late show at The Comedy Store. This is peak Sunset Strip behaviour.
5. The Charlie Hotel
Sometimes you want to live in WeHo, not just sleep there
The Charlie isn’t really a hotel. It’s more like a secret serviced apartment complex for people who look vaguely important, hidden behind gates and gardens right in the middle of West Hollywood. Staying here feels like quietly moving into someone else’s extremely tasteful Hollywood life.
The rooms are proper apartments. Think kitchens, laundry, living areas, patios. This means you can cook, unpack, and pretend this is just your place in LA. You’ll find yourself doing very un-hotel things, like grocery shopping and making coffee, while simultaneously feeling like a celebrity who definitely has a publicist somewhere.
The whole place is made up of charming old cottages, named after Hollywood legends, and wandering through the leafy courtyards feels like you’ve accidentally wandered onto a movie set where everyone forgot to yell “cut.” It’s calm, discreet and slightly smug in the best possible way.
HOT TIP: Lean into it. Sit outside with a coffee, wear sunglasses even if you don’t need them, and walk out the front gate like you’re late for a meeting you absolutely cannot talk about.
Apologies to properties we’re yet to enjoy. We’re looking at you The London and Sun Rose, and for those shaking their heads… Chateau Marmont is not West Hollywood. That’s a whole ‘nother story.
Yes, WEHO hotels are technically places to sleep, but they’re also supporting characters in the story you’ll undoubtedly tell later. And these five don’t just give you a room; they give you attitude, atmosphere, and the strong illusion that you might be someone important.
And honestly? Sometimes that’s all you need.
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