it's 2 miles from the shops and entertainment of beverly hills. pet amenities include a dog park and a menu of meat dishes. warmly decorated rooms offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and nespresso machines. this landmark, art deco hotel on the sunset strip in vibrant west hollywood dates from 1931. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. there's an upscale bistro, a casual rooftop cafe and a heated outdoor pool, plus a full-service spa/salon and a fitness center. airy suites add separate living/dining areas, soaking tubs and/or terraces with panoramic city views. in-room dining and spa treatments are available Los Angeles International Airport 31 min
TCL Chinese Theatre (8 min) This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Dolby Theatre (8 min) Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (12 min) Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Hollywood Bowl (13 min) Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (10 min) This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Griffith Observatory (26 min) This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. Griffith Park (17 min) Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. Universal Studios Hollywood (14 min) Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Universal Studio Tour (19 min) Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. The Getty (21 min) Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Santa Monica Pier (26 min) Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. Hollywood & Highland (7 min) Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. The Original Farmers Market (9 min) Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (17 min) High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Hollywood Sign (26 min) Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. |