Memorable Pursuits, Exhilarating Diversions.

West Hollywood

West Hollywood is a premier destination for unparalleled nightlife, dining, and shopping options. This walkable, 1.9-square mile town is brimming with activity and opportunity. From an intimate, quiet getaway to a late night of club-hopping, West Hollywood boasts the ultimate in accommodations, dining, and nightlife. Located just east of Beverly Hills, this neighborhood is quintessential LA and not to be missed.

Sunset Strip

2 blocks from hotel

One of the world's most famous thoroughfares, LA’s fabled Sunset Boulevard is a long and winding road that begins in downtown Los Angeles, near Olvera Street (the city's birthplace), and runs westward over 20 miles to the breathtaking expanse of the Pacific. The very name Sunset Boulevard conjures Hollywood legend, having been the inspiration for countless songs, movies and TV shows. Along the way, Sunset Boulevard passes through Hollywood, where it metamorphoses into the Sunset Strip, home to some of Tinseltown’s hottest nightclubs, trendiest restaurants, and most stylish – and infamous – hotels. As it continues west, Sunset Boulevard weaves its way through Beverly Hills and Bel-Air, before finally winding its way down through the rustic foothills of the Santa Monica mountains to its stunning end at the Pacific Ocean near Malibu.

Beverly Hills

1 mile from hotel

Rodeo Dr. at Wilshire Blvd., and surrounding streets

Beverly Hills 90210

The most famous neighborhood in the United States, if not the world, Beverly Hills is a must-see for any traveler. Bejeweled like an A-list actress on the red carpet, Beverly Hills is always ready for its close-up. Dazzling shops, sumptuous dining, and beautiful estates vie for your attention with the local designer-clad denizens. Bordered by West Hollywood to the east and the San Diego Freeway to the west, Beverly Hills makes the most of its coveted acreage, beckoning with a treasure trove of attractions.

Rodeo Drive

1 mile from hotel

Rodeo Dr. between Wilshire Blvd. and Santa Monica Blvd.

Beverly Hills 90212

This glittering strip of stylish shops is the crown jewel of Beverly Hills, a shopper's paradise without parallel. Armani, Gucci, Christian Dior, Chanel, Valentino, Bijan and a coterie of other ultra-chic boutiques dot this vaunted drive, showcasing some of the most beautiful clothing and accessories in the world. In addition, Rodeo also shares space with unique and intimate one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants.

Melrose Avenue

1 mile from the hotel

Melrose Avenue from San Vicente to La Brea

West Hollywood 90069

Located in West Hollywood, this diverse neighborhood offers a glimpse into LA's fashion and underground culture. Cutting edge clothing trends are born and bred here and multi-ethnic restaurants and shops fuel the creative pulse of the city. From Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Fred Segal and Maxfield on the west end to Red Balls, Atomic Garage and Wasteland to the east, walk these funky blocks for a visit to yet another side of our multi-faceted city.

Beverly Center

1 mile from hotel

8500 Beverly Blvd.

Los Angeles 90048

+1 310 854 0071

For those who prefer the comforts of an indoor mall for their shopping ventures, Beverly Center's cup runneth over with more than 160 shops. Anchored at either end by Bloomingdale's and Macy's, there are options galore in between - including Coach, Luis Vuitton, Mac, and Banana Republic, as well as various one-of-a-kind emporiums.

Pacific Design Center

1 mile from hotel

8687 Melrose Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90069

+1 310 289 5223

Exhibits of architecture and design featuring new work by emerging and established artists in architecture, design, photography, and contemporary art

Los Angeles Farmers Market/The Grove Mall

2 miles from hotel

6333 W 3rd St.

Los Angeles 90036

+1 323 933 9211

LA’s original Farmers Market opened in 1934, and its clock tower still stands as a welcoming icon. Today, the market offers a vast array of open-air food stalls and an impressive assortment of souvenir stands for a casual taste of the city. Just steps from the famous market, one of LA’s most celebrated shopping hotspots, The Grove, unfolds its many charms. Designed like a Mediterranean village with cobblestone streets, lavish fountains, trolley rides, charming restaurants and more fantastic shops – including Nordstrom – The Grove provides diversion for adults and children alike.

Hollywood Walk of Fame

3 miles from hotel

More than 2,500 celebrities are honored along the world's most famous sidewalk. Each bronze medallion, set into the center of a granite star, pays homage to a famous television, film, radio, theater, or recording personality. Visitors thrill to the sight of legendary names like James Dean (1719 Vine St.), John Lennon (1750 Vine St.), Marlon Brando (1765 Vine St.), Rudolph Valentino (6164 Hollywood Blvd.), Marilyn Monroe (6744 Hollywood Blvd.), Elvis Presley (6777 Hollywood Blvd.), Greta Garbo (6901 Hollywood Blvd.), Louis Armstrong (7000 Hollywood Blvd.), and Barbra Streisand (6925 Hollywood Blvd). The renowned sidewalk is continually adding new luminaries to its illustrious lineup. The Walk of Fame truly is a place where even the pavement glitters.

Grauman's Chinese Theatre

3 miles from hotel

6925 Hollywood Blvd.

Hollywood, CA 90028

+1 323 461 3331

Grauman's Chinese Theatre opened over 75 years ago, with the 1927 debut of the original silent version of King of Kings, produced by Cecil B. DeMille. Since then, its Hollywood pedigree has made it the most famous movie theatre in the world. Millions of visitors flock to the Chinese Theatre each year, drawn by its legendary forecourt embedded with footprints of stars from the "Golden era" and beyond. Now the western anchor of the famed Hollywood and Highland entertainment complex, Grauman's has been the site of more gala Hollywood movie premieres than any other theatre, making it an indispensable stop on any Hollywood tour.

Hollywood Entertainment Museum

3 miles from hotel

7021 Hollywood Blvd.

Hollywood, CA 90028

+1 323 465 7900

The Hollywood entertainment museum celebrates all things Hollywood, including the arts of film, television, radio, sound recording and new media. It features interactive exhibits, a studio back lot tour and original sets from legendary TV shows, such as "Star Trek" and "Cheers."

La Brea Tar Pits

3 miles from hotel

5801 Wilshire Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90036

+1 323 934 7243

Rancho La Brea is one of the world’s most famous fossil localities, recognized for having the largest and most diverse assemblage of extinct Ice Age plants and animals in the world.

The "Hollywood" Sign

3 miles from hotel

These 50-foot-high white sheet-metal letters have come to symbolize the movie industry and the city itself, reigning over Los Angeles like a grande doyenne. The sign was erected in 1923 as an advertisement for a real-estate development and originally read HOLLYWOODLAND. The towering letters are best viewed from below, at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Bronson Avenue.

LACMA

3.5 mile from hotel

5905 Wilshire Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90036

+1 323 857 6000

With 1,000 objects dating from ancient times to present, the Los Angeles county museum of art is the largest art museum in the western United States

Universal Studios Hollywood

5 miles from hotel

100 Universal City Plaza

Universal City, CA 91608

800 Universal

Of all the Hollywood things to do, no Hollywood travel experience is complete without a visit to this world-renowned theme park located in Universal City, just north of Los Angeles. In addition to exciting attractions from popular movies and television shows, the theme park boasts thrill rides, unique attractions and terrific live shows year-round. Among Universal's biggest draws is a replica of the famous "Psycho" house, a "Jaws" adventure ride and a "King Kong" simulation. Located off the 101 Hollywood Freeway.

Griffith Park

5 miles from hotel

Griffith Park Ranger Visitor Center

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles, CA 90027

+1 323 913 4688

Griffith Park is one of the nation's largest urban parks. Attractions on the grounds include the LA Zoo, golf courses, Gene Autry Museum of Western Heritage, Greek Theatre, Travel Town, pony and train rides, as well as more than 53 miles of bridle and hiking trails. Perhaps the most iconic of its attractions, Griffith Observatory, was rendered world-famous as one of the settings for the film Rebel without a Cause. Griffith Observatory's bronze domes have been Hollywood Hills landmarks since 1935. The main dome houses a planetarium, where narrated projection shows reveal the stars and planets that are ordinarily hidden from the naked eye. The adjacent Hall of Science holds exhibits on galaxies, meteorites, and other cosmic happenings. Other points of interest include a special telescope trained on the sun, a Foucault pendulum, and earth and moon globes spanning 6 feet in diameter.

Getty Center

7 miles from hotel

1200 Getty Center Dr.

Santa Monica 90049

+1 310 440 7300

Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, the J. Paul Getty Trust's museum is home to a unique and exquisite collection of pre-20th century European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, sculpture, decorative art, and photographs. Even if you never set foot inside to view the museum’s many exceptional collections, however, you’ll enjoy the dramatic architecture, meticulously attended gardens and incredible Pacific views viewed from lush, rolling lawns. It’s the ideal setting for a romantic picnic or fun family outing. It is best to call in advance for parking reservations.

Walt Disney Concert Hall

8 miles from hotel

111 South Grand Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90012-3034

1 323 850 2000

Designed by architect Frank Gehry, Walt Disney Concert Hall, new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic is designed to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated concert halls in the world.

MOCA

9 miles from hotel

The Geffen contemporary at MOCA

250 South Grand Avenue

Los Angeles CA 90012

+1 213 621 1710

The only museum in Los Angeles devoted exclusively to contemporary art. Over 5,000 works and steadily growing, MOCA has developed the nation’s most renowned permanent collections.

Santa Monica State Beach/Venice Beach

10 miles from hotel

The beaches on either side of the Santa Monica Pier are popular for their wide, white sands and easy accessibility. There are large parking lots, multiple eateries, and public restrooms. A paved beach path runs alongside the sand, allowing visitors to walk, bike, or skate to Venice and points south. Colorado Boulevard leads to the pier. Turn north on Pacific Coast Highway (Calif. 1) below the coastline's bluffs, or south along Ocean Avenue; you can find parking in either direction. A little further south along the Santa Monica Boardwalk you come across world-famous Venice Beach. Home to unique street performers, art booths, boardwalk cafes and bars, the iconic Muscle Beach gym, funky shops selling unusual apparel and gifts, and perhaps the world’s best people-watching, Venice Beach provides a full afternoon of exploration, entertainment, shopping and dining.

Chinatown

10 miles from hotel

N Hill St at Lei Min Way

Los Angeles, CA 90012

Chinatown is a vibrant, ethnic center of Los Angeles, filled with good restaurants and exotic emporiums, selling everything from spices to satin slippers. A must-see spot while in the neighborhood is the Chinese Gate at the Mandarin Plaza.

LA Live Grammy Museum

10 miles from hotel

800 West Olympic Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90015

+1 213 765 6800

Four floors of exhibit space at the heat of LA Live. The museum uses a dynamic combination of exhibits, public events and educational programming. Explore all forms of recorded music, the creative process of music –making, the art of technology of the recording process and the history of the Grammy Awards.

Little Tokyo

10 miles from hotel

E 1st St at N Alameda St

Los Angeles, CA 90012

This neighborhood is the social, cultural and economic center of Southern California's traditional Japanese community and a new generation of loft dwelling urbanites. Little Tokyo boasts a unique shopping center, many fine restaurants, and museums showcasing Japanese heritage and art forms.

Malibu

25 miles from hotel

Pacific Coast Highway

Malibu 90265

Escape from the urban scene with a day trip to serene and beautiful Malibu. Located alongside the Pacific Ocean, this prime strip of land is known for its lush landscapes, magnificent homes and pristine stretches of beach. While driving down Pacific Coast Highway, be sure to check out Old Topanga Canyon Boulevard for natural beauty in a hippie setting and Pepperdine University - surely one of the most lovely spots from which to contemplate the academic.