A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Los Angeles, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Hip. Romantic. Great views. Set in Los Angeles, 2.7 km from Capitol Records Building, Gold-Diggers offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. The property is located 4.2 km from Dolby Theater, 4.5 km from Hollywood Bowl and 5.5 km from Hollywood Sign. The accommodation provides nightclub and free WiFi. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms also offer a terrace and others also have city views. At the hotel each room has bed linen and towels. Universal Studios Hollywood is 6.9 km from Gold-Diggers, while Griffith Observatory is 6.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is the coolest boutique hotel in Los Angeles. It also has outstanding views!
Nice style. Great value. Nice interior design. Popular among couples.Opened August 2021. Situated in Los Angeles, 4.6 km from Petersen Automotive Museum, Alsace LA features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 5 km from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA. The rooms are fitted with a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and some have city views. At the hotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The reception at Alsace LA can provide tips on the area. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is 8.3 km from the accommodation, while Dolby Theater is 9.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hawthorne Municipal Airport, 14 km from Alsace LA.Show full description
Charming. Historic. Once home to Charlie Chaplin, this historical hotel is centrally located in West Hollywood. A home away from home, the luxurious suites come with free WiFi, fully equipped modern kitchens and a private patio. This 4-star boutique hotel is less than a mile from Sunset Boulevard. Many local shops and restaurants are just steps away from the hotel. Each spacious suite at The Charlie West Hollywood is named after a Hollywood star and is individually styled. Spacious, open living areas, large windows, and weekly fresh flowers provide a relaxing atmosphere. A flat-screen TV and in-unit washer/dryers are included. The Charlie West Hollywood offers laundry facilities on site for added convenience. Guests can relax outdoors on the English garden terrace.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. Rooftop pool.Opened September 2020. Situated in Los Angeles, 4 km from Dolby Theater, Pendry West Hollywood features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At Pendry West Hollywood you will find a restaurant serving American and Asian cuisine. The accommodation provides an ATM, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms include a coffee machine, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast mountain views. At Pendry West Hollywood all rooms have bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a sun terrace. Petersen Automotive Museum is 4.9 km from Pendry West Hollywood, while Capitol Records Building is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lively. Trendy. Great location. Popular among women. Short Stories is a new hotel experience located in the center of it all. We’re a short walk to the best shopping, dining, and museums the city has to offer. Well appointed and thoughtfully designed, our rooms offer a comfortable place to call your own. Each of our rooms has been designed to provide you a space that feels like home. Drawing inspiration from Los Angeles’s breezy natural aesthetic, our hotel serves as a tranquil retreat in an urban core. Each room features local artwork by Kenton Nelson and custom décor creating unique, unforgettable spaces. Including custom artwork and furniture, every room is outfitted with its own unique appointments. Short Stories Restaurant serves our take on California cuisine. Inspired by our nearby farmers markets, fresh, seasonal ingredients are sourced to create dishes influenced by the cultural diversity of California by way of the Far East, Latin America and the Mediterranean. While the restaurant is our most formal dining option, in true LA style, there’s no dress code or fussy requirements. The intimate dining room can fill quickly, reservations are recommended.Show full description
This might be one of the most LIVELY boutique hotels in Los Angeles. It also has a great location.
Comfortable beds. Great value. Situated in Los Angeles, 3.8 km from Petersen Automotive Museum, Hotel 850 SVB West Hollywood at Beverly Hills features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and room service. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.9 km from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with an iPad. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at Hotel 850 SVB West Hollywood at Beverly Hills have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Hotel 850 SVB West Hollywood at Beverly Hills. Staff at the hotel are available to provide advice at the 24-hour front desk. Dolby Theater is 6.3 km from Hotel 850 SVB West Hollywood at Beverly Hills, while Capitol Records Building is 7.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great location. Popular among women. Situated in Los Angeles, 5.2 km from Capitol Records Building, Silver Lake Pool & Inn features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. At Silver Lake Pool & Inn you will find a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Griffith Observatory is 5.6 km from the accommodation, while Dodger Stadium is 5.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 17 km from Silver Lake Pool & Inn.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Set in Los Angeles, 800 metres from Dolby Theater, The Prospect Hollywood offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is around 1.1 km from Capitol Records Building, 1.3 km from Hollywood Bowl and 4.3 km from Universal Studios Hollywood. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. At The Prospect Hollywood all rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Hollywood Sign is 4.6 km from The Prospect Hollywood, while Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA is 6.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 11 km from the hotel.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most RELAXING boutique hotels in Los Angeles.
Lively. Rooftop pool. Great bar. Popular among couples. Situated in the center of Downtown, Per La, Autograph Collection is a hotel inspired by the building in which it’s housed. Originally the Bank of Italy, a historic 12-story building on the corner of Olive and 7th Street, the space is a symbol of inclusion and accomplishment. All rooms feature original artwork from a Paris-based design studio and are dressed in custom-designed furnishings and luxury linens. From the rooftop, guests can take in panoramic views of downtown Los Angeles or enjoy a cup of coffee from the outdoor cafe. Many include standalone pedestal bathtubs and separate rooms for wash closets. Rooms also include desks, a fully stocked minibar, toiletries, and bathrobes. Guests can utilise the 24-hour fitness or lounge in the rooftop pool and bar. There is a 24-hour front desk and valet parking at the property. The Grove is 9.7 km from the hotel, while TCL Chinese Theatre is 10 km away. Walt Disney Concert Hall is 1.1 km away. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 18 km from the property.Show full description
Very stylish. Superb interior design. Great bar. Located in Los Angeles, 1.2 km from Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Mexican and local cuisine. Popular points of interest near Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels include Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most well designed and stylish boutique hotel in Los Angeles.
Beautiful. Lively. Great bar.Opened June 2021. Located in Los Angeles, 5 km from Petersen Automotive Museum, The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All units will provide guests with a fridge. You can play billiards at The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt. Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA is 5.4 km from the accommodation, while Venice Beach Boardwalk is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 12 km from The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt.Show full description
Charming. Cool. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Located 7 minutes’ walk away from Santa Monica’s 3rd Street Promenade, this boutique Mediterranean-style hotel features a 24-hour multilingual reception and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi. A 40-inch flat-screen cable TV, work desk, a seating area, guest bathrobes and ironing facilities are provided in each guest room at Palihouse Santa Monica. If desired, guests can book a spacious studio or suite with a fully equipped kitchen. Santa Monica Pier is 5 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. Venice Beach is 10 minutes’ drive away. Los Angeles International Airport is 15 miles away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Charming. Great breakfast. Offering a garden and sea view, Venice Beach House is located in Los Angeles, 200 metres from Venice Beach and 1 km from Marina Del Rey Beach. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, a housekeeping service and organising tours for guests. All units feature air conditioning and a cable flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling nearby, or benefit from the sun terrace. Santa Monica Beach is 2.3 km from Venice Beach House, while Venice Beach Boardwalk is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING, ROMANTIC AND UNIQUE boutique hotel in Los Angeles. WOW!
Good breakfast. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples.Opened July 2021. Attractively set in the centre of Los Angeles, The Metric - Los Angeles Downtown is within 2.5 km of Staples Center and 2.5 km of Microsoft Theater. Built in 2021, this 3-star hotel is within 3.5 km of LA Union Station and 5.3 km of Dodger Stadium. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Metric - Los Angeles Downtown rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. California Science Center is 6 km from the accommodation, while Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is 6.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hawthorne Municipal Airport, 20 km from The Metric - Los Angeles Downtown.Show full description
This is a popular boutique hotel among couples travelling to Los Angeles.
Comfortable beds. Great value. Popular among women. Set in an historic building, Palihotel Westwood Village is located in the Westwood area of Los Angeles, 3.5 km from Getty Center and 10.6 km from the Santa Monica Pier. A small refrigerator, fully stocked mini bar and free WiFi are provided in each guestroom. Additional amenities include a telephone, Bellino fine linens and a private bathroom stocked with Diptyque bathroom amenities. The property is air conditioned throughout, and the 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 14 km from the accommodation. Melrose Avenue is 10 km away. Rodeo Drive, UCLA and the Hammer Museum are 7 minutes or less from the property by car.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. Great value. Located in Los Angeles, less than 1 km from Microsoft Theater, The Hoxton, Downtown LA provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving French, Peruvian and Spanish cuisine. The property is less than 1 km from Staples Center, and within 1 km of the city centre. At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The Hoxton, Downtown LA features certain rooms with city views, and all rooms have a kettle. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Vegetarian, dairy-free and kosher options can also be requested. The Hoxton, Downtown LA offers a terrace. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Los Angeles, like cycling. LA Union Station is 3.4 km from The Hoxton, Downtown LA, while California Science Center is 4.4 km away. The nearest airport is Hawthorne Municipal Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Romantic. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. This unique Playa del Rey, California bed and breakfast offers guests a daily hot breakfast buffet with market-fresh fruits and home-baked breads and complimentary California wines and hors d’oeuvres every evening. Los Angeles International Airport is a 10-minute drive away. Free Wi-Fi, a cable TV, an iPod docking station and a work desk are included in all rooms at the Inn at Playa del Rey. The en suite rooms are individually decorated in a seaside cottage style with complimentary bathrobes for guests. A business centre and private sunbathing gardens are available on-site at the Playa del Rey Inn. In the afternoon the bed and breakfast provides guests with complimentary tea, lemonade and home-made cookies. Inn at Playa del Rey overlooks Ballona Wetlands, a picturesque 600-acre bird sanctuary. Guests can have breakfast. Bird watching, swimming and surfing opportunities are nearby. Del Rey Lagoon Park is a 1-minute drive from the Playa del Rey Inn, while Manhattan Beach is 6 miles away. Loyola Marymount University is 6-minutes’ drive away. Parking is available on-site to guests.Show full description
Historic property. Beautiful. This Culver City hotel, located 7 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport, offers a business center and free Wi-Fi. The Culver Hotel features the Lobby Bar and Cafe along with an outdoor patio. All guest rooms are equipped with a cable TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room includes a hairdryer and iron with ironing board. The Sony Pictures Studio is less than one mile from The Culver. The hotel can arrange in-room spa services for guests.Show full description
This is one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Los Angeles.
Lovely property. Cosy rooms. Great views. Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts is adjacent to Santa Monica Beach and 1 mile from shopping at Third Street Promenade. This boutique hotel features massage service and spacious rooms with plasma TVs. The on-site restaurant features innovative fresh cuisine by Santa Monica native chef Raphael Lunetta. Free Wi-Fi and a minibar are standard in every bright room at Oceana. All accommodations include a seating area and Italian marble bathrooms. Some suites also feature an ocean view. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool in the courtyard or a cocktail beside the outdoor fireplace. An on-site gym offers free private yoga classes everyday on the beach. There is also a free bike hire and guided hikes, as well as surf lessons on Saturdays. Santa Monica Pier is 1 mile from Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Penmar Golf Course is 3.7 miles away. Los Angeles International Airport is 10 miles away.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great location. Plaza La Reina is located in Westwood Village, close to Beverly Hills and Santa Monica. This hotel offers guest rooms with free WiFi, international and domestic calls and valet parking. The Getty Centre is 5 km away. Each room at the hotel features a fully equipped kitchen, a washer and tumble dryer, a personal safe and a Keurig® coffee machine. Plaza La Reina features upscale amenities such as concierge service, a rooftop lounge, alfresco dining and daily newspapers. A business centre is also available. Universal Studios is 18 km away from Plaza La Reina. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 16 km away. Plaza La Reina now offers continental breakfast catered by Laduree Paris on weekends! At no additional cost to your rate, if you stay on a Friday or Saturday night, you will be able to start your day with freshly baked croissants in the lobby! . Show full description
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