It’s easy to find a reason to party, but much harder to plan one. Why not make it easier by booking yourself and your invitees into a Los Angeles party hotel? Los Angeles has plenty to boast about for parties including perfect year-round weather, the Sunset Strip, Venice Beach, and world-famous theme parks.
Adding to that are hotels with pools, spas, decks, rooftop bars, and event rooms. Here’s a handy guide to help you choose the best party hotels in Los Angeles.
Stay in the middle of all the action at the 1 Hotel West Hollywood located right on the iconic Hollywood Sunset Strip. Featuring modern architecture, the hotel has an outdoor pool with a deck, a terrific spa, and an outdoor lounge with live DJs. the hotel’s Whatever/Whenever 24-hour service is at your beck and call no matter what your party hours are, and there is a restaurant onsite.
The location of this hotel is ideal for exploring Hollywood and beyond during the day. At night, the rooms have plenty of space to party, floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views all the way to Santa Monica, and huge plasma TVs. For even more space, check into the Extreme Wow Suite with 1,600 square feet and a separate living room with a built-in bar.
Your environmentally-conscious friends will appreciate the use of earthy colors and reclaimed materials. The hotel is LEED Certified SILVER and one of the most energy-efficient in the city.
Party among the stars at the Hollywood Roosevelt situated on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The big draw is a gargantuan pool area with an Olympic-sized heated pool and a Tropicana Bar that pours up tasty cocktails until 2 a.m. You may find yourself rubbing shoulders with a host of Hollywood starlets such as Paris Hilton and Lauren Conrad.
And if you’re lucky and dressed your best, you may make it into the exclusive Teddy’s Nightclub downstairs that often includes partygoers such as Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake.
You and your party guests can enjoy cocktails at the Library Bar and the Spare Room featuring vintage bowling lanes. A state-of-the-art gym and a massage garden are on site. The Public Kitchen & Bar serves eclectic American cuisine. The guest rooms are spacious enough for partying, and a minibar is standard in every room.
The Hollywood Roosevelt is located smack in the middle of all the action on Hollywood Boulevard.
Book your party at the Mondrian on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, and you’ll have access to the popular Skybar, a fixture of L.A. nightlife. Open since 1996, the rooftop lounge with its spectacular view has a tight door policy, but guests staying at the hotel are automatically on the list.
The ADCB lobby bar is also a swanky spot with orange crushed velour seating and drinks such as lychee margaritas and mojitos inspired by the adjoining Asia de Cuba restaurant. You’ll likely spot some celebs and Victoria’s Secret models. The double-digit priced cocktails will be worth it.
Book one of 236 comfortable and well-appointed rooms and suites, or go all out with the 1,500 square foot penthouse.
Located just a short walk from Sunset Boulevard, the Sunset Marquis is an iconic hotel popular with rock stars since 1963. It even has its own recording studio, the Night Bird Sound Studio. Prints of famous rockers line the wall at the on-site gallery. A host of rockers have stayed here, and modern-day rockers still frequent the hotel located near the House of Blues, Roxy, and the Viper Room.
Bar 1200 (formerly The Whiskey Bar) is the scene of late-night partying cranking up around 11 p.m. The bar has retro velour seating, a wall of autographed photos, and an outdoor patio. After a night of action, the party moves to private suites and villas.
Or for the ultimate party experience, book the Grand Deluxe Presidential with a baby grand piano, a fireplace, and a private patio to watch the sunrise after an unforgettable night.
This party hotel has two outdoor pools, landscaped gardens, and a Michael Schwartz restaurant.
A minibar stocked with local artisanal snacks and wall-to-wall music makes the Ace the perfect place for a riveting party. Located in the heart of L.A.’s historic Broadway Theater District, the Ace offers a fully-stocked minibar in every room.
Enjoy goodies like Moscow Mules, Rusty’s Chips, Topo Chico water, and more. The rooms also have Revo Radios, acoustic guitars, and/or a turntable with a curated selection of vinyl in select rooms.
Venture out of your room to the rooftop bar and take in the city views with a cocktail. The Ace also offers free bike hire, a fitness center, a gift shop, and a restaurant. The Hollywood movie studios and other attractions are 7.5 miles from the hotel.
Location, location! The SLS is a 5-star boutique-style hotel in L.A.’s Beverly Grove near Wilshire Boulevard, Melrose Avenue, and Rodeo Drive. The hotel itself has an abundance of amenities for your party guests including a complimentary shuttle, a spa with massages and facials, two onsite restaurants, and a sauna.
Take your party to the rooftop bar/lounge or out to the poolside bar for drinks. Afterward, guests can relax in rooms featuring minibars, DVD players, and Smart TVs with cable programming and wake up to a full breakfast from room service. Upgraded suites include a dining area, a stereo, and a kitchen.
(c) The Line LA
Party hardy at the Line LA in a mid-century building in the center of L.A.’s Koreatown alongside pre-1940s brick colonial revival buildings. Guests can rent bikes to explore the area, and Beverly Hills and Universal Studios are a short drive away.
Enjoy poolside dining at the Openaire Restaurant featuring a seasonal menu of fresh ingredients from land and sea, or drink and dine at a number of late-night bars and restaurants nearby.
Guest rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with great city views, an in-room safe, an iPod docking station, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar stocked with American and Korean snacks and beverages. Hotel amenities include a retail store, a fitness center, and free yoga classes on Saturdays.
The Best Western Sunset Plaza is the perfect base for partygoers who want to squeeze in some sightseeing while in L.A. Its Sunset Boulevard location in West Hollywood gives you easy access to Universal Studios, the J. Paul Getty Museum, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Los Angeles County Museum of Arts, and amusement parks. The fabulous and famous Malibu Beach is a 30-minute drive away.
The Sunset Plaza Sunset Strip location is also convenient for plenty of live music and nightlife. World-famous nightclubs like the Whiskey a GoGo, the Roxy, Viper Room, Key Club, and the Troubadour are a stone’s throw away. After a long night of partying, guests can relax in suites with whirlpool hot tubs and wake up to a complimentary hot American breakfast of scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, and English muffins.
Other hotel amenities include cable TV with HBO, a heated pool, an exercise facility, a convenient 24-hour Market Express, and the onsite Runway Restaurant & Bar.
(c) Hilton Woodland Hills Los Angeles
Partygoers who want to bring their furry best friends along will be welcome at the Hilton Woodland Hills. And it’s conveniently located across the street from a doggy daycare when you want to hit the town. Woodland Hills has plenty of dining and shopping, and the hotel is near great attractions like Hollywood and Universal Studios.
The Hilton Woodland Hills is a full-service 4-star hotel, and the guest rooms are spacious and comfortable with premium bedding and flat-screen TVs. Hotel amenities include a ballroom for large parties and an onsite restaurant, bar, and a fitness center.
Party on the beach at the Hotel Irwin in Venice. It’s only a 3-minute walk to the beach, and the hotel offers complimentary beach towels and mini coolers for guests. Once at the beach, rent a SUP, a kayak, or charter a boat for the day. Or rent a bike and take the oceanfront bike path riding past vendors and street entertainers through Santa Monica up to the beaches at Malibu.
After a day at the beach, guests can chill out with cocktails at sunset at the beachside rooftop bar. Then retire for the night in a comfortable deluxe suite with one or two separate bedrooms with views from the Pacific Ocean to the mountains.
As for dining, Venice Way Pizza is prepared to deliver to large crowds. And Erwin’s General, part marketplace and part deli has all your needs from food to artisanal coffees to liquor, beer, and wine.
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