In this review, I will cover well-known areas of Los Angeles and hotels in which a tourist will be comfortable staying. Los Angeles, in principle, is very large in area. It consists of more than 270 districts. For those who are first in the city, it is difficult to navigate and choose housing in a safe area with a lot of attractions. Therefore, we read the review and reserve the night in the right place!
Los Angeles areas on map
Map of Los Angeles hotels
Good areas where you can stay
First of all, I’ll tell you about areas that are beautiful in terms of comfort and safety. They are clean, comfortable, with good transport interchange and many interesting places to visit.
Los Angeles Hollywood District
You will find the capital of the American film industry northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Here is the main part of city attractions. Walk of Fame, Chinese Theater and Kodak Theater – all of these objects that glorified the United States are in close proximity to each other.
Hollywood has many great restaurants, nightclubs and bars. Infrastructure is fully aimed at tourists. Palm trees and flowers grow in abundance, there are no old buildings and a feeling of decline, good roads.
But, of course, not only tourists flock to such a tourist center, sometimes on the “stars” you can see a homeless person lying or a beggar standing with outstretched hand. In general, Hollywood is one of the safest and most prosperous in all of California, but I would not advise you to settle outside the central “piglet” and turn off the central streets at night.
So if you don’t know where to stay in Los Angeles take a look at Hollywood. You can see the main attractions of the city without spending a lot of time on the road. Which hotel to stay in?
In the heart of Hollywood is the famous hotel The Hollywood Roosevelt 4 *. It hosted the first Oscar ceremony. It, by the way, lasted only 5 minutes. During this time, 13 awards were awarded. At the Roosevelt Hotel, which is within walking distance of the Chinese Theater, lived Clark Gable, Greta Garbo, Bruce Willis. Marilyn Monroe once posed in the hotel pool for filming a tanning product. The design of the rooms was dealt with by the famous design company Yabu Pushelberg. Distance from Los Angeles International Airport – 40 km. Cost of living – $ 285 per night including tax.
Another great 4 * hotel is Dream Hollywood . It is located opposite the world famous Hollywood sign. The complex has a swimming pool, coffee shop, restaurant and several bars. $ 318 per night for a double room.
W Hollywood – elegant and clean 4 * hotel. For a double room with a good view, pay $ 349 per day.
Beverly Hills District in Los Angeles
In the list of “The Best Areas of Los Angeles” I would include Beverly Hills, in which the local elite lives. It is located west of the city center. It covers an area of 14.7 km². There are also many authentic places here, wide streets planted with palm trees and plane trees, prosperity is everywhere felt: luxury boutiques, expensive convertibles, winding circles around Rodeo Drive, upscale restaurants.
The architecture of the houses is diverse, there are baroque and Renaissance palaces, strict classical mansions. Which hotels in the area should you pay attention to?
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel – 5 * hotel from the cult film Beauty. Located near the main street of Rodeo Drive. There are two restaurants on the territory, one of which is marked with a Michelin star, a swimming pool, a fitness center and other infrastructure. The staff speaks 10 languages, including Russian. Los Angeles International Airport is 13.7 km away. For a day of stay in this magnificent hotel (and the opportunity to feel like a hero in a Hollywood movie), give away $ 802.
If you are choosing a good 5 star hotel in Los Angeles, take a look at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills . The airport is about 14 km away. There is a sun terrace in the fresh air; there is a beautiful hairdresser and spa in the territory. The staff is Russian-speaking. $ 809 per night in a double room (60 m²).
I am sure you will like the 4 -star Crescent Hotel boutique hotel . The number of rooms is decorated in a classic style, no flashy details, everything is elegant and simple. The nearest airport is 14 km away. For a comfortable room (17 m²) with one large bed – $ 291, which is not so expensive by the standards of Beverly Hills.
At Rodeo Drive stands the magnificent 4 * Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel. Valentino and Michael Kors boutiques, a spa, private parking and a fitness center are on site. $ 326 for a standard room.
The 5-star The Beverly Hills Hotel – Dorchester Collection is also located in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. The second name is “Pink Palace”. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century. For many years, celebrity parties were held here. It is known that Marilyn Monroe and Marlene Dietrich stayed at the hotel. It offers a spa with a wide range of services, a pool with underwater music, restaurants, a coffee shop. Junior Suite costs $ 1,044 per day.
See also “The 30 Best Los Angeles Attractions”
West Hollywood and the Sunset Strip
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West Hollywood is a separate vibrant and vibrant neighborhood adjacent to Hollywood in the east. Its history began in 1984. About 40% of the local population are non-traditional. A large gay festival is held here annually.
The main attraction of West Hollywood is Sunset Boulevard. Its length is 36 km. It is always noisy and fun, many restaurants, shopping centers.
Sunset Strip is part of Sunset Boulevard, the center of West Hollywood’s nightlife. He is all buried in bright signs. Here you will find rock clubs, designer boutiques, entertainment centers.
On the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood is a wonderful five-star hotel complex 1 Hotel West Hollywood . He has many positive reviews. On the territory there is one restaurant with American and Italian cuisine, a beautiful garden with a sun terrace, a night club, a pool. $ 557 per night.
I recommend the 4 * Chamberlain West Hollywood hotel in the same area. It features a rooftop restaurant and pool. The room is decorated in the style of Hollywood retro. $ 248 per night in a deluxe suite.
If you are looking for a budget option, stay at the 3 * Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza Hotel . She is clean with good service. The cost of a double room is $ 200.
Downtown Los Angeles
This is the big business district of Los Angeles, which includes the smaller areas of Chinatown, Arts District, Little Tokyo. If you want to stay in it, give preference to the center, closer to skyscrapers and popular attractions. The boundaries of the Downtown Los Angeles area are not entirely secure, and the contingent there is specific.
There are enough attractions in the business district. Here you will find the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Grand Park, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, resembling a huge cube in shape, the building of the Los Angeles City Hall with a good viewing platform on the 27th floor. In the north of Downtown there is a picturesque street of Olver – the oldest in the city.
Hotel 5 * The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles LA Live in the center of the area will provide you a pleasant overnight stay. On the roof of the hotel there is a heated pool, a beautiful view of the city. For a night in a stylish double room, pay $ 654.
The 4 * Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles complex is another suitable place. Near metro station and skyscraper “California Plaza”. It features a Roman-style indoor pool, hot tub, and a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. $ 221 per night.
In Downtown, you can stay at the 4 * hotel The Standard, Downtown LA . It is decorated in an original minimalist style. The rooftop pool and sun terrace. The cost of a double room is $ 214 per day.
Santa Monica District
The safe area of Los Angeles is Santa Monica. More precisely, this is a separate coastal town, part of Los Angeles. It is well suited to live with the whole family. Breezes are blowing from the Pacific Ocean, making Santa Monica’s air more refreshing than the densely populated central areas of the city.
I’m talking about the Santa Monica hotels in Los Angeles.
Hotel 5 * Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows – this is an impeccable service, a modern room fund, near the beach. For a day of accommodation in a double room – $ 430.
The eco-friendly Shore Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the pier. She has 4 stars. A gym and a business center are open around the clock. The rooms offer magnificent views of the garden and the ocean. $ 366 per night.
Bayside Hotel 3 * complex is located a 15-minute walk from Santa Monica Pier. It offers excellent warm-toned rooms, a beachfront beachfront, and bike rental. For a day of accommodation in a double room, give $ 217.
See also “Our West Coast Road Trip itinerary”
Universal city
This area is located north of downtown Los Angeles. There are few attractions, only Universal Studio Park . If your goal is he, you can safely settle in one of the many hotels. Or, as an option, rent a car to be able to visit other areas of the city, those in which there are many tourist places.
In Universal City, pay attention to the 3 * Sheraton Universal Hotel . You will find it a few steps from the famous park. For you there is a swimming pool, two restaurants, a furnished terrace in the fresh air. Overnight stay – $ 408.
Hilton Los Angeles-Universal City is the famous 4-star Hilton hotel in Los Angeles. The rooms are spacious, bright and very clean. It offers a superbly equipped gym, pool, bar. The cost of a standard room is $ 223 per day.
I also liked the inexpensive family-run apart hotel – Universal Studios Hollywood . It has a fully equipped kitchen, private parking, outdoor garden furniture. A good place! The cost of living in one-bedroom apartments is $ 252.
Pasadena District
This is a densely populated suburb of Los Angeles 19 km from the city center and a major educational center. The area is famous for the parade of roses, which takes place on the eve of the New Year. Accommodation here is more affordable than in the central areas of the city, but there are not many attractions.
It is worth highlighting the Norton Simon Museum, where you can find works by Rembrandt, Picasso and Van Gogh. A separate room is dedicated to Roden.
In Passaden, Castle Green is a unique architectural building. It is built in the Moorish style with verandas, columns and domes. Colorful construction!
The Passaden City Hall is another local architectural monument, an example of Mediterranean architectural style. Established in the middle of the 20th century.
The excellent 4 * hotel complex The Westin Pasadena , which is 33 km from Los Angeles International Airport, operates in Passaden . On the territory there is a restaurant with American cuisine, a pool, a gym. The cost of a double room is $ 210 per day.
The 3-star Hyatt Place Pasadena offers guests good facilities. It features a sun terrace with a swimming pool, an outdoor fireplace. For a stylish double room, pay $ 263 per day.
Westwood District
Calm and nice looking quarter. It houses the University of California and business centers. Night life is almost absent. Most establishments close by 21:00. There are few attractions, but the place is not bad for living.
You can rent a car and drive to other areas or settle here before flying home. The airport is only 16-17 km.
Hotel Plaza la Reina 4 stars. There are babysitting and concierge services, a rooftop lounge. Clean comfortable hotel! From $ 295 per night. We stayed in it for one night before flying home. Compared to the many hotels that we saw during the trip, this one really deserves attention, despite the price.
We had a Premium Junior Suite, the room had a kitchenette with everything you need (fridge, kettle, stove, coffee maker and even a dishwasher).
All utensils are clean and not even disgusting, as is the case in many apartments, for example.
The bed is comfortable, the bedding is good.
There are bathrobes, no slippers.
Cosmetic accessories Etro.
There is a balcony, I think it is relevant in the summer.
Nearby are many cafes and several supermarkets within walking distance.
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant, swimming pool and a wide selection of facial and body treatments. The cost of a deluxe room (33 m²) is $ 295.
Malibu (Los Angeles)
If you come for a beach holiday, pick up accommodation in Malibu. This is a city that is part of Los Angeles. A large number of celebrities also live here. I tell you what hotels in Los Angeles Malibu worthy of attention.
Complex The Surfrider Malibu offers room after fresh repairs and good service. There is a library, restaurant, coffee shop, developed hiking trails. The price for an apartment for two is $ 423.
You will be glad to see in a 4 * hotel called Malibu Beach Inn . A private sandy beach, a smooth entry into the water, rental of water equipment – there are all conditions for a good beach holiday. The rooms are also beautiful. $ 476 per night in apartments with one large bed and one comfortable sofa.
If you need a comfortable two-bedroom apartment with ocean views, welcome to Malibu Oceanfront 3 Bed Dream Home with Dazzling Views . Accommodation – $ 1144 per night.
Dangerous areas of the city
I’ll tell you a little about the dangerous areas of Los Angeles. As you know, living there is undesirable.
Chinatown and Little Tokyo
Chinatown – quite large area. In fact there are a lot of tourist attractions, but I would not advice to rent housing here. A lot of dubious personalities, noisy, dirty.
Little Tokyo is a small Japanese quarter in Los Angeles. It is adjacent to extremely dangerous areas of the city. In Little Tokyo you will see interesting architecture, Buddhist temples, ethnic coffee houses. The bulk of the Japanese left for areas where the standard of living and security are slightly higher. People below the average income live here.
Venice Beach
Venice Beach with a cult coast – the habitat of “lost” individuals. Homeless people, drug addicts, hippies, unemployed musicians and actors found refuge here. You will see all these people on the beach, which stretches from the sea harbor to Santa Monica. The atmosphere here is mixed. On the one hand, a really good 5-kilometer beach with wide opportunities for recreation, on the other hand, freaks everywhere that are not credible. They say that even the locals in recent years have been trying to move out of this seemingly elite coastal region. The choice, of course, is yours, but I would not want to settle in that area.
Skid Row (Los Angeles Dangerous Area)
Skidrow Los Angeles is the most dangerous area in the east of the city. It borders on downtown. The population is about 5 thousand people. Half of these people do not have a home, but simply live on the streets: someone in a tent, someone surrounded by boxes. Almost everyone uses alcohol or drugs. Policemen regularly come here. The center of the district is Sixth Street near Gladys Park. If you don’t quite imagine the “scale”, then look at the photo report on bigpicture.ru . I’m sure that after that you won’t even want to come close to this area.
Los Angeles Compton district
Another small town that is part of Los Angeles. The permanent population is 96 thousand people. Compton gained notoriety at the end of the 80s of the last century, when there was a great war between the gangs. The place is still criminally dangerous. Fortunately, it is located far from the center and tourist places, therefore, I hope that you will not get there.