West Hollywood Travel Guide

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Recognized as a creative and artistic hub, this historic Californian city has many famous areas, including the Sunset Strip.

Visit West Hollywood for art galleries and iconic nightspots. Admire public artworks as you shop in a large outdoor mall. This area is also known for its famous bars and music venues, including The Viper Room and the House of Blues, which closed after 21 years on the Strip.

Attend a range of festivals and events throughout the year, including One City One Pride in May. Visit the hangouts of Hollywood celebrities, such as Formosa Café.

Admire the bright colorful billboards on the Sunset Strip. This iconic 1.5-mile (2.4-kilometer) section of Sunset Boulevard stretches between West Hollywood’s east and west borders. People-watch in famous bars and restaurants and wander along the strip and enjoy the atmosphere.

Enjoy alfresco dining at the Sunset Plaza. This area on the Sunset Strip is known for its retail stores, beauty salons and cafés. Shop for fine jewelry and high-end clothing in a boutique fashion store. Treat yourself to a massage or manicure in a salon.

See the Schindler House, a building designed by the famous architect Rudolph Schindler. This house was built as an experiment in communal living and completed in the early 20th century. The building is considered a masterpiece of early modern architecture and now houses the MAK Center for Art and Architecture.

Discover ambitious and thought-provoking artwork in numerous art galleries including De Re Gallery, Gallery Go and 101/exhibit.

Explore the West Hollywood Design District for some of the best shopping in the city. Admire work from international fashion designers in beautiful shopfronts. This tree-lined district is known for its concentration of more than 300 high-end stores and its influence on international design.

Find West Hollywood about 12 miles (19 kilometers) from Los Angeles International airport. The city features a wide range of luxurious boutique hotels and less expensive inns.

If traveling in late October, be sure to attend West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, one of the largest Halloween street parties in the United States.

Where to stay in West Hollywood

Melrose Avenue showing shopping, fashion and signage

West Hollywood

If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, Sunset Strip and The Comedy Store are top sights worth seeing.

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Norma Triangle

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Norma Triangle, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive.

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Tri-West

5/5(3 area reviews)

While Tri-West isn't home to many top sights, Sunset Strip and The Grove are some notable places to visit nearby.

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The Bird Streets

While visiting The Bird Streets, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Jay Way and Madonna's Former Home.

The Bird Streets
Hotel Ziggy Los Angeles
Hotel Ziggy Los Angeles
4 out of 5
8462 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
The price is NZ$400 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$400
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in West Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (441 reviews)
Great time
"Fun and relaxing hotel.Great Bartenders,Friendly staff.They upgraded to a suite .Really nice room however,drapes didnt work,they held up with clips and smelled a little funky,not bad,but not fresh.Regardless i would stay again"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Hotel Ziggy Los Angeles
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham West Hollywood Hotel & Suites
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham West Hollywood Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
8585 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
The price is NZ$400 per night from 13 May to 14 May
NZ$400
per night
13 May - 14 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,059 reviews)
Great hotel for a good price
"Check-in was quick, room was nice. Came for work didn't expect much. But the bags were comfortable and the shower was nice."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham West Hollywood Hotel & Suites
Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel
Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
8400 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$482 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$482
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this golf hotel in West Hollywood. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"The pool area and grounds are lovely! The staff was very friendly and sent us complimentary wine for the birthday we were celebrating!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hollywood hills Sanctuary, Views from Santa Monica to downtown LA.
Hollywood hills Sanctuary, Views from Santa Monica to downtown LA.
Los Angeles
Stay at this vacation home in West Hollywood. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Sunset Strip and Hollywood Bowl are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
One of a kind home
"Very unique home with unbeatable views. Fast communication with smooth check in and out. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Loved the location."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

Hollywood hills Sanctuary, Views from Santa Monica to downtown LA.
Private, Serene Hollywood Hills Home
Private, Serene Hollywood Hills Home
Los Angeles
Stay at this vacation home in West Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sunset Strip and Hollywood Bowl are ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Beautiful views
"We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. The beds are very comfortable and so is the sofa. The space is very beautiful and the location is amazing! The kitchen has just about everything you need. The coffee pot is small, if you have a lot of coffee drinkers like we did plan on making several ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2024

Private, Serene Hollywood Hills Home
"Escape to the Hollywood Hills: Luxurious Retreat with Stunning Panoramic Views"
"Escape to the Hollywood Hills: Luxurious Retreat with Stunning Panoramic Views"
Los Angeles
Stay at this vacation home in West Hollywood. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and patios. Popular attractions Sunset Strip and Hollywood Boulevard are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
One of our best vacations in LA
"We have been vacationing in LA for the last 12 years. Our kids, now adult age, remember every stay we’ve had and we all agree that this was the best house we’ve stayed at. John and Chrissy were great hosts. They were responsive and ensured that we had all of our questions answered before and during ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2024

"Escape to the Hollywood Hills: Luxurious Retreat with Stunning Panoramic Views"
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of West Hollywood

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Mar 2020

Our review is unusual as the whole area was shut down due to the coronavirus. As a rule, we love LA. Especially love the Design District.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Mar 2020

Everywhere you look it's like being on the set of a movie. West Hollywood is everything you expect it to be - surreal, OTT, fun. Nothing feels quite real and if you embrace that then you'll love it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
20 Oct 2019

Loved the shopping & restaurants

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
14 Oct 2019

Love it.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
22 Sep 2019

On the sunset strip was good, when you get around walk of fame area was very smelly and unfortunately lots of homeless people and people trying to sell you stuff.

5/5 - Excellent

Olivia
23 Jul 2019

West Hollywood is the best place to stay in LA. There is always something happening and a lot of restaurants and bars.

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