West Hollywood

Where the dual boulevards of Sunset and Santa Monica veer southwest towards the Pacific surftown allure of Venice Beach, Hollywood sheds its touristy brass in favour of more refined environs. West Hollywood California – from the a-list haunts of Chateau Marmont and The Viper Room, to street-food sensations like Pink’s Hotdogs and street-wear meccas like Fairfax Ave’ – has more than its share of LA icons with none of the Tinsel Town tropes. Cosmopolitan, inclusive and central to the city’s LGBQT community, welcoming WeHo also throws a great party.

Luxury Holidays to West Hollywood

This cool corner of LA, in the shadow of the winding Hollywood Hills, makes an ideal HQ for holidays to Los Angeles. Close to hot spots like Beverly Hills, Laurel Canyon and Little Ethiopia (haute couture, great views and global dining respectively) while boasting a setting equidistant between Downtown and the beach, West Hollywood is perfectly placed for discovering The City of Angels. Its enviable setting is reflected by the quality of its hotels – think it-crowd favourites The Standard and The Mondrian alongside upscale lodgings like Andaz West Hollywood, The London West Hollywood and The Jeremy West Hollywood. So if luxury is on your West Hollywood hotels wish list, you’re in the right part of town.

Great Reasons to Holiday in West Hollywood

Designer Shopping – Browse showrooms for fashionistas like Stella McCartney, John Varvatos, Christian Louboutin, Rag and Bone, Alberta Ferretti and more. Join the streetwear crew for limited edition ‘drops’ at Supreme and Palace flagship stores. West Hollywood is Cali’s capital of fashion design, and an absolute must for chic shopaholics.

Street Art – Arts on the Outside is a unique initiative installing original artworks for between six months and three years on the walls and terraces of this colourful neighbourhood, making a sunny stroll among the West Hollywood bars, restaurants and boutiques an always-inspiring experience.

Wellness – Massages and aromatherapy will always have their place, but the wellness landscape is evolving. Leading the charge in West Hollywood is Shape House, where treatments involve watching an hour of Netflix while being wrapped in a big, heated blanket. The detoxifying sweat session is said to resemble the health-boosting benefits of a ten-mile run.

The Food - From classic diners – Canters Deli, seared into the annals of rock history since Guns n’ Roses formed here in the mid80s, still does a mean Reuben sandwich – to renowned West Coast burger franchise In ‘n’ Out, there’s plenty of great food spots. But the big thing in West Hollywood is brunch. The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker is taking the late-breakfast scene by storm with its Insta-fabulous ‘colour burst’ lattes. Other quirky food experiences specific to West Hollywood include Saved by the Bell themed pop-up ‘Saved by the Max’, and hearty vegan Mexican dishes at Gracias Madre.

Things to See & Do in West Hollywood

Eat like a local at La Boheme (fireside garden dining – one of the most romantic in LA), Catch LA (global seafood and clever cocktails overlooking the Hollywood Hills), Employees Only (speakeasy-style cocktail bar & bistro in Art Deco surroundings) or E.P & L.P (combo eats with rooftop bar and gorgeous views).

See more on foot or public transport. If there’s two things Los Angeles isn’t known for, it’s walking and public transport. West Hollywood bucks the trend by being the most walkable part of the city while also providing some handy shuttle services too. The Sunset Trip bus runs every 15 minutes from 7pm to 3pm along the iconic Sunset Strip. If you’re exploring Santa Monica Blvd, jump on The PickUp Line shuttle.

Take a hike up Runyon Canyon (a beauty spot affectionately known as WeHo’s back garden) to admire block-busting skyline views. Browse over 60,000 titles at Book Soup on Sunset Blvd, one of LA’s biggest and best-loved independent bookshops. Go ape for the grape at V Wine Room, a connoisseur’s liquor store housed in Charlie Chaplin’s former studio. Live vicariously via classic rock images at Morrison Hotel Gallery in the infamous Sunset Marquis Hotel, owned by photographer to the stars Tim White… There’s a unique experience around every corner in West Hollywood.

Weather in West Hollywood

It’s California’s golden coast, so expect a hot, summery, Mediterranean climate. Pacific Ocean breezes keep humidity low too, so it’s dry but not sticky; perfect conditions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining al fresco. It only really ever rains during the winter months. But even then most days are still bright and sunny, if a touch cooler.

Facts about West Hollywood

• Population – 35,000
• Area – 1.89 square miles
• Incorporated – 1984

West Hollywood Holidays 2024 / 2025

The California experts at Kenwood Travel have already guaranteed West Hollywood holiday prices for 2024 and into 2025. So getting the date you want for a price you’ll love is easy when you book early. Advance bookings for West Hollywood holidays 2024/2025 are the best way to match your holiday search to your budget and schedule; book today and add the art of escape plus 45 years of USA holiday expertise to your getaway.