There's a reason so many New York City diehards—you know, the ones who used to complain about the relentless sunshine and plastic surgery—are making the once unthinkable move west. Nowhere else—from the newly revitalized downtown to the miles of achingly beautiful coastline—has such sunny skies, such insistent glamour. But for all its glossy appeal, this is also a town with substance: an excellent food scene, superior shopping, and sweeping views of the city from atop Runyon Canyon…all of which make this legendary place even more so.
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33 Best Hotels in Los Angeles
Feel like a celebrity—or maybe stay in a room next to one.
Editor Hotel Recommendations
- Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly HillsLos Angeles, CaliforniaRead full reviewRelaxed California elegance with all the amenities of an urban resort.
Readers Choice Awards - Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel$$$ | 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, California 90212Read full reviewLos Angeles does classic and grand.Readers Choice Awards
Gold List - Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills$$$ | 300 S. Doheny Dr., Los Angeles, California 90048Readers Choice Awards
- Freehand Los Angeles$ | 416 W 8th St., Los Angeles, California 90014Read full reviewA hostel that seems too cool and comfortable to be one.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - Hotel Bel-Air, Dorchester Collection$$$ | 701 Stone Canyon Rd, Los Angeles, California 90077Read full reviewThe Hotel Bel-Air is the very definition of exclusivity.Readers Choice Awards
Gold List - Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills$$$ | 9850 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90210Read full reviewSurprise: One of the best rooftop bars and pools in the city.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - 1 Hotel West Hollywood$$ | 8490 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90069Read full reviewA green dream of a hotel arrives in busy West Hollywood from a brand that walks the eco walk.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - Pendry West Hollywood$$ | 8430 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90069Read full reviewRight in the heart of West Hollywood across the street from The Comedy Store, excellent shopping, and world-class restaurants.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - The Beverly Hills Hotel, Dorchester Collection$$$ | 9641 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90210Read full reviewThe iconic pink walls and lush gardens of Beverly Hills.Readers Choice Awards
Gold List - The West Hollywood EDITION$$ | 9040 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90069Read full reviewThe global brand’s light-filled, high-design West Coast debut is hidden in plain sight on bustling Hollywood Boulevard.Readers Choice Awards
Hot List - SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills$$ | 465 S La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90048Read full reviewUtterly sleek, but still comfortable—and with great access to shopping and other L.A. attractions.Readers Choice Awards
- Hotel Figueroa$$ | 939 S Figueroa St., Los Angeles, California 90015Read full reviewAn oasis amidst LA Live's chaos.Readers Choice Awards
The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles
- 19 Best Things to Do in Los AngelesThe city may sprawl, but we've mapped out your next visit.
- 16 Best Beaches in Los AngelesEver want to say “nope” to the world, grab your sunscreen, and while away the hours listening to the surf roll onto a soft sandy beach?
- 13 Best Hikes in Los AngelesIn this town, juice and a hike is the weekend plan. Here's how to do it like a local.
- 11 Things to Do in Koreatown, Los Angeles: The Neighborhood GuideWhere to eat, drink, shop, and, yes—get pampered—in this action-packed L.A. nabe.
- 6 Best Day Trips from Los AngelesWhen you want a quick getaway from the City of Angels.
- 10 Fun, Easy Things to Do in Los Angeles With KidsThe City of Angels offers family-friendly entertainment at every turn—you just have to know where to look.
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Editor Recommendations
- Active FitnessRunyon Canyon Yoga1998 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, California 90046Read full reviewCome for one of Daniel's classes on Saturday.
- BeachSacred Cove and Abalone Cove Shoreline Park5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275Read full reviewIf you're looking for a sunbathing beach, this isn't it, but if you're after natural beauty, you're in the right spot.
- activityInspiration Point Trail1501 Will Rogers State Park Road, Los Angeles, California 90272Read full reviewDon't miss the one-time home of America's favorite cowboy.
- activitySwitzer Falls701 Angeles Crest Hwy., Tujunga, California 91042Read full reviewThe glory of nature, full of Angelenos.
- CinemaVineland Drive-In443 Vineland Ave., City of Industry, California 91746Read full reviewThe last theater of its kind remaining in Los Angeles County.
- Parks & GardensEcho Park Lake751 Echo Park Avenue , Los Angeles, California 90026Read full reviewAfter a 2014 renovation the lake became the crown jewel of a cool neighborhood.
- MuseumMuseum of Jurassic Technology9341 Venice Blvd. , Los Angeles, California 90232Read full reviewIt might not be for everyone, but if you’re interested in obscura, you’ll be seriously satisfied.
- SpaWi Spa2700 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90057Read full reviewThe facilities are massive, with meditation zones, separate men's and women's floors, a full-service restaurant, a fitness room, and more.
- GalleryHauser & Wirth901-909 E 3rd St., Los Angeles, California 90013Read full reviewThe opening of the Los Angeles location of this world-class gallery was a feather in the cap of the flourishing Arts District scene.
- Parks & GardensSanta Monica PierRead full reviewWith scents of cotton candy wafting through the air and views of the Pacific Ocean, the scene at Santa Monica Pier is breathtaking.
- MuseumNatural History Museum of Los Angeles CountyRead full reviewThe renowned National History Museum, now a stop on the L.A. Metro, fuses grandiose architecture with an intimate, educational experience.
- MuseumSkirball Cultural CenterRead full reviewHoused in an 8,000-square-foot gallery, the exhibit is a one-of-a-kind, innovative, thoughtfully designed, hands-on learning opportunity for kids—and parents.
The Best Airbnbs in Los Angeles
From beachfront properties to treehouse getaways, there's something for everyone.
The Best Places to Eat & Drink in Los Angeles
- 46 Best Restaurants in Los AngelesHow do you even know where to start?
- 24 Best Bars in Los AngelesWhat L.A. lacks in a late last call, it makes up for in bartending talent.
- 16 Best Brunches in Los AngelesAnyone who thinks brunch is for amateurs hasn’t eaten the mid-day meal in LA lately.
- 18 Best Sushi Restaurants in Los AngelesSushi here is practically a religion—and rightly so.
- 14 Best Mexican Restaurants in Los AngelesThe city has one of the most varied Mexican restaurant scenes in the world.
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Editor Restaurant and Bar Recommendations
- RestaurantTaco María$ | 3313 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa, California 92626The smartest Mexican-inspired food in Southern California.
- BarJoshua Tree Saloon61835 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, California 92252Stop in after a day of hiking in the park.
- CafeHighly Likely$$ | 4310 W Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90016The restaurant embodiment of a ray of sunshine.
- RestaurantOtoño$$ | 5715 N Figueroa St., Los Angeles, California 90042A California makeover for a Spanish tapas bar.
- RestaurantKonbi$$ | 1463 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, Californina 90026Why yes, you have seen these sandwiches on the social media.
- RestaurantKismet$$ | 4648 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90027Elegant Middle Eastern cuisine in Los Feliz digs.
- RestaurantTito's Tacos$ | 11222 Washington Pl., Culver City, California 90230California tacos, not Mexican ones.
- RestaurantLasa$$ | 727 N Broadway #120, Los Angeles, California 90012The beating heart of L.A.'s filipino food movement.
- RestaurantSqirl$$ | 720 N Virgil Ave. #4, Los Angeles, California 90029Jessica Koslow, still working magic with rice and toast.
- RestaurantGenwa Korean BBQ$$$ | 5115 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90036Good gracious that's good galbi.
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