The Chamberlain’s Art Deco-style rooms provide a suitably chic base. Or head off the main drag to find dimly-lit bars and low-key eateries like Parisian-style bistro The Little Door. This area will suit night owls, with plenty of bars and clubs offering an excuse to get dressed up. It also feels more like a distinct neighbourhood, with upscale boutiques, busy brunch restaurants and vintage emporiums. It has the classic feel (and palm trees) of Hollywood but with an added, slightly edgier, charm. Walkable isn’t the first word that springs to mind when describing sprawling LA, yet many of the individual neighbourhoods are easy to explore on foot – and West Hollywood is perhaps the best choice for car-shy travellers. If you’re there on a second Thursday, join the Downtown Art Walk for late-night access into galleries and studios, music and street food.
Nearby, the Fashion District – 100-odd blocks of textiles, craft and home decor stores – poses a similar threat to your wallet. The Arts District, on the edge of Downtown LA, pops with colourful, intricate murals, emblazoned on walls, car parks, and the sides of craft beer pubs and chic gift stores (the kind filled with stuff you don’t really need but really, really want). The rooftop bar, with strong cocktails and an inviting pool, and on-site 1920s movie palace make staying up a little too easy.Īce Hotel Downtown Los Angeles/Facebook Don’t miss The Ace Hotel, whose rooms have huge beds, local artwork and Smeg fridges, is perhaps the coolest place to sleep in town.
It has a wading pool and plenty of grass for lounging and mustering up the energy for the evening ahead. DTLA (as the cool kids call it) has become a favourite with arty types, vintage fans and people who just like really good music, shopping and tacos. Art Deco towers and old movie theatres now contain jewellery stores, bars with live music and flea markets stuffed with vintage clothes and vinyl.įor a little downtime, head to Grand Park, a pocket of green tucked among the skyscrapers.
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