West Hollywood (a.k.a. WeHo), is a hip, premium destination in L.A. County. Home to the Sunset Strip, this is where you’ll find pioneers of the motion picture industry and major activists of LGBT rights. It’s all about trailblazing fashion design and dining here!
Check out all of my tips in the ultimate WeHo travel guide!
Getting Around West Hollywood
Located in Los Angeles, West Hollywood has TRAFFIC! The city traffic tends to be congested so it’s best to stay off wheels but if necessary, get dropped off so you don’t have to find parking.
Although only 1.9 square miles, you’ll find endless energy, style and fun around every corner in WeHo.
If you plan to stay in WeHo, you don’t need to rent a car, but be sure to download the Uber App as you’ll need to use a cab. Bus service exists, but Uber is more efficient and quite cheap. Ride the Metro from WeHo to downtown, but avoid late-night rides.
No matter how you get around, expect traffic.
Where to Stay in West Hollywood
Madrid is an extensive city, with many different neighborhoods. While getting around via metro is easy, picking an awesome area to begin with can only make the trip better!
The Best of Budget Accommodations in WeHo
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Airbnb: Budget travelers should try Airbnb first—there are tons of rooms and houses of varying shapes and sizes for rent.
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Banana Bungalow Hostel: This fun and lively hostel is one of the most popular in the country! It’s perfectly situated just a simple drive away from Universal Studios, Disneyland, downtown L.A., Chinatown, and Venice Beach. They have private, dorm-style and street-side patios rooms, ranging from $22 to $100 per night.
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USA Hostels Hollywood: This hostel is smack-dab in the thick of the action in the entertainment district, just steps away from Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. It offers its own tours, bbq nights, and free comedy shows. You can find private or dorm-style rooms available from $37 to $130 per night.
The Best Luxury Accommodations in WeH0
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Mondrian: The chic and trendy Mondrian is right on Sunset Strip and it sure knows it. With pearly decor, a teak deck pool, and the classy restaurant—Ivory on Sunset—it dresses to impress. Standard rooms, suites, apartments, penthouses galore, with prices start from $369 per night.
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The London: If you really want to pamper yourself, book a few nights of luxury at The London. This glamorous, all-suite hotel, starting at $299 a night, will make you feel like a Hollywood star. It offers spacious suites, most of which come with a private terrace and premier view of the chic Hollywood hills.
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Petit Ermitage: Petit Ermitage is my favorite hotel by far—it is a charming boutique hotel with an intense feel of La Vie Bohème. The interior is beautiful, elegant, and cozy, and is designed to make you feel like you’ve been transported back in time. With its rooftop pool and proximity to hip Santa Monica Boulevard (walking distance!), what’s not to love?
What to Do in West Hollywood
No matter if you walk, bike, drive or take public transit, WeHo is the best jumping-off point to see LA’s hottest spots. After a day of adventuring, you can come back and enjoy West Hollywood’s amazing restaurant and nightlife scene!
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Gaze at the Heavens at Griffith Observatory: The observatory is a cool place to check out the cosmos, see space-related displays, and get a stellar view of the Hollywood sign. You can look through telescopes and enjoy live shows in the planetarium.
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Hike Behind the Hollywood Sign: It’s easy enough to climb up behind the sign for some fantastic panoramic views. Choose from three routes: Mt. Hollywood Trail, the Canyon Boulevard Trail, and the Cahuenga Peak Trail.
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Runyon Canyon Park: Outdoor enthusiasts should stretch their legs at the 160 acres of Runyon Canyon Park. The park is located below the Santa Monica Mountains and has routes for varying degrees of endurance. It is particularly popular with dog walkers as off-leash walking is permitted.
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Pool Party: If you’re on the lookout for an amazing party with vivacious energy and nighttime music, check out West Hollywood’s WET pool deck at the W Hotel. Enjoy its crazy vibe and dive into wild and wet parties Friday through Sunday.
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Concert or performance at Hollywood Bowl: The Hollywood Bowl is a 1920s amphitheater, which holds a variety of concerts; be sure to buy tickets as soon as you can—shows sell out quickly!
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The Grove at Farmers Market: Foodies should try the Farmers Market on the corner of 3rd Street and Fairfax Avenue. Featuring more than 100 restaurants, food trucks, produce stalls, and souvenir shops, it’s the place to go for American and ethnic cuisine.
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Hollywood Forever Cemetery Movie Night: Cinespia plays host to outdoor movie nights and is complete with preshow DJs and themed photo booths. Bring your blankets, picnic basket, and drinks for the full experience.
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Urban Lights at LACMA: The Los Angeles County Museum of Art is a perfect place to stroke your inner artisan. The beautiful Urban Light is a large sculpture at the entrance and is an installation of 202 restored street lamps from the 1920s and 1930s.
Where to Eat in West Hollywood
West Hollywood’s hottest foodie spots rotate as quickly as the nightlife. Be sure to check the listings for the latest updates. You can always count on these spots.
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E.P & L.P: Hit it classy with handcrafted cocktails and Southeast Asian-inspired appetizers at this rooftop bar.
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California Donuts: While these donuts are probably not THE best in Los Angeles, but they are just something you have to get while in WeHo!
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Joan’s on Third: This gourmet marketplace will have your mouth watering with items like apricot-glazed ham, fried chicken with jalapeño, coleslaw, and chicken milanese.
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Gracias Madre or Café Gratitude: Vegans will be happy at Gracias Madre, a stylish Mexican place that serves 100% vegan cuisine. Stay healthy with hippie-inspired dishes at Café Gratitude’s sandwiches and wraps.
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Cecconi’s: Head to Cecconi’s for lunch. This modern restaurant serves classic handmade Italian fare like orecchiette with claims, calamari fritti, and chicken paillard.
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In-N-Out Burger: Nothing is so quintessentially Californian as the fast-food joint In-N-Out Burger. Grab a bun, hand-cut fries, and a thick shake.
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Urth Caffé: Stop at Urth Caffé for your organic blends. There’s one on Melrose Avenue with a cozy outdoor patio. You’ll find a great selection of teas including matcha and tisane.
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