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The Best Hotels In Los Angeles For Every Traveller In 2025

1st Dec 2025
Written by: Phoebe Youl
Contributors: Eloise Luke
  • The Best Hotels In Los Angeles For Every Traveller In 2024

For a place that’s notorious for both its glamour and traffic, it’s no surprise that there are hundreds of places to stay located across every corner of Los Angeles. From the iconic Hollywood strip, through to the old-school charm of Beverly Hills, the buzz of trendy Downtown, and relaxing Santa Monica Beach, selecting your ideal base in this multi-faceted city can be a tough choice to make. 

Our advice? Don’t lock yourself into a single location. With every LA neighbourhood bringing a new identity and vibe, if you’ve got the time, we’d recommend changing up your base throughout your trip to really make the most of this iconic destination. 

Spanning both neighbourhoods and budgets, these are Urban List's picks for the best hotels you can rest your head at in Tinseltown. 

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LA Arts District

Kodō Hotel

  • Kodō Hotel bedroom
    Image Credit: Kodō Hotel | Instagram

Tucked inside a beautifully restored century-old firehouse in the heart of the DTLA Arts District, Kodō Hotel is a serene counterpoint to the city’s buzz. Designed by architect Matthew Royce in collaboration with Gry Space, the property blends Japanese-inspired minimalism with the raw texture of its firehouse roots, creating spaces that feel both grounding and quietly luxurious.

Inside, rooms are crafted for stillness and sensory reset, with refined finishes, thoughtful amenities, and a warm, meditative atmosphere. Impeccable service anchors the stay, while the surrounding Arts District brings a vibrant mix of galleries, studios, cafés and restaurants to your doorstep.

Insider Intel:

  • Staying here means you’re just steps above Kodō, the hotel’s acclaimed Japanese American restaurant — recently added to the Michelin Guide. 

West Hollywood

The Palihouse

  • Palihouse West Hollywood
    Image Credit: The Palihouse | Booking.com

Tucked between Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, The Palihouse West Hollywood is a pet-friendly boutique stay that oozes understated LA luxury. Just a five-minute stroll from the Beverly Centre, you'll be sipping poolside cocktails one moment and hitting The Grove, or the farmers market, the next.

Inside, rooms are decked out with custom furniture, Bellino Fine Linens, Diptyque bath amenities and oversized rain showers — some even feature private balconies for those golden-hour views.

Effortlessly stylish and centrally located, it’s a relaxed West Hollywood retreat with everything you need right at your fingertips.

Insider Intel:

  • When you’re not lounging by the saltwater pool or unwinding at the Lobby Lounge, take advantage of the fitness room (complete with Peloton bikes) or the hotel’s 24-hour concierge.

Malibu

Calamigos Guest Ranch And Beach Club

  • Calamigos Guest Ranch Beach Club
    Image Credit: Calamigos Guest Ranch | Instagram

Set across 200 acres in Malibu Wine Country, Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club blends rustic California charm with effortless coastal luxury. Guests have access to both the private ranch and an exclusive beachfront club — the best of the mountains and the sea in one unforgettable stay.

Choose from private cottages, bungalows or estate rooms, each featuring airy interiors, plush robes, and sun-soaked balconies or patios. Spend the day between three sparkling pools and a heated spa pool, or linger over cocktails at the Ranch Club and Pool Bar.

With pickleball courts, table tennis and endless space to unwind, Calamigos is equally suited to leisure getaways or business retreats. 

Insider Intel:

  • Beyond the property, the concierge can arrange beach days, horseback rides through the Santa Monica Mountains, private wine tastings, or even helicopter tours along the coast.

Koreatown

The LINE L.A.

For those looking for a truly trendy place to rest their head, you can’t go past The LINE LA. With minimalist rooms and an almost endless display of custom-commissioned photography, this modern-designed hotel offers a truly stylish retreat.

Insider Intel:

  • Whether you're dancing the night away at the hotel's nightclub, sunning yourself by the rooftop pool, or making the most of your in-room mini-bar (that's stocked with Korean treats), you'll certainly be happy that you chose this hotel. 

Downtown

STILE Downtown Los Angeles

Bringing all the cool and artistic vibes, this Downtown LA location offers up a stylish urban retreat that’s located in the heart of Los Angeles. The comfortable and minimalist rooms are the perfect place to take a break, whilst the lively rooftop bar with its breathtaking skyline views is ideal for people-watching.

Insider Intel:

  • With both an on-site pool, in-house theatre and rooftop nightclub, if you're looking for a trendy and unique stay in LA, the STILE Downtown is a solid choice. 

West Los Angeles

Hotel June West LA

  • A room at the Hotel June West, one of the best hotels in LA
    Image Credit: Hotel June West LA | Website

Designed with the savvy traveller in mind, this 250-room hotel offers everything one could want in a city escape. While its adjacent airport location makes it a great choice for those either starting or ending their trip, once you step inside, you’ll immediately be transported elsewhere by the hotel's chic and relaxing atmosphere.

Insider Intel:

  • With everything from a rooftop pool and lounge to an on-site restaurant, state-of-the-art gym, and coworking space on offer, this hotel has everything you could want and more. 

Downtown

Hotel Figueroa, The Unbound Collection By Hyatt

Located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, Hotel Figueroa exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere that will have you coming back for more. While the hotel's rooms are beautifully appointed, it’s the shared spaces - in particular the pool area and multiple dining options that stand it apart from other Downtown offerings.

Insider Intel:

  • Whether you're exploring nearby attractions like the Staples Centre or simply unwinding in the hotel's historic embrace, Hotel Figueroa delivers a memorable and luxurious experience. 

Culver City

Palihotel Culver City

  • A bar at the Palihotel Culver City, one of the best hotels in LA
    Image Credit: Palihotel Culver City | Website

Boutique in the best kind of way, Palihotel Culver City, is a charming hotel located in a neighbourhood that used to be home to old film studios. With this area recently seeing a revival, the hotel is the perfect place to rest your head and soak up some SoCal spirit.

With its retro-inspired design aesthetic and friendly feel, you’ll quickly be won over by this choice of accommodation. 

Insider Intel:

  • While the rooms are on the smaller side, they’ve been thoughtfully designed and you can't go past the hotel’s on-site restaurant, Simoette.

Downtown

The Hoxton, Downtown LA

  • A room at The Hoxton Downtown, one of the best hotels in LA
    Image Credit: The Hoxton | Website

Located in the historic theatre district of Los Angeles, The Hoxton Downtown brings the old-school glamour of the Broadway neighbourhood into the modern day with its chic and thoroughly curated aesthetic.

With the art scene at its front door and endless shopping options, this hotel has a finger on the pulse of the local cultural scene.

Insider Intel:

  • With a variety of on-site amenities, including a rooftop pool, you might think you’ve been transported to a hotel with a much higher price tag.

West Hollywood

Chateau Marmont

  • Outdoors at the Chateau Marmont, one of the best hotels in LA
    Image Credit: Chateau Marmont | Website

If you’ve got the cash to splash, then there’s nowhere else quite the Chateau Marmont. While we wish the walls of this iconic and legendary establishment could talk, the historic experience of staying at this hotel is like none other.

Nestled into the Hollywood Hills, the lush gardens and pool area provide the perfect opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Insider Intel:

  • The hotel’s restaurant and bar is one of the best spots for soaking up a quintessentially LA experience.

Beverly Hills

Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

  • The pool at the Beverly Wilshire, one of the best hotels in LA
    Image Credit: Beverly Wilshire | Website

The epitome of luxury and sophistication, The Beverly Wilshire has welcomed guests from the Royal family to Hollywood royalty.

Its prime location in Beverly Hills is the ideal base for those looking to indulge in designer shopping on Rodeo Drive or to enjoy visits to cultural attractions like the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Insider Intel:

  • With beautifully appointed rooms, world-class amenities, and incredible views across the Hollywood Hills, even the most discerning traveller will walk away having enjoyed an unforgettable LA experience.

Santa Monica

Santa Monica Proper Hotel

A very on-trend addition to the Los Angeles coastal scene, this design-forward hotel is situated only just steps from Santa Monica Beach.

With its interiors designed in collaboration with the iconic Kelly Wearstler, the hotel offers the perfect blend between beachside charm and LA cool.

Insider Intel:

  • While it’s worth a stay for the design inspiration alone, make sure to get a reservation at the in-house restaurant, Onda, for some seriously delicious Mexican-inspired fare.

Image credit: Santa Monica Proper | Website

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