Industrial space meets modern Italian
House-cured meats, handmade pasta
Downtown Arts District staple
French-Californian with grand interiors
Buzzy brunch, romantic dinner
Set in a historic bakery on La Brea
Oaxacan institution with soul and spice
Known for mole and mezcal
Family-run, always packed
All-day Italian-American comfort food
Pizza, pasta, soft-serve, strong coffee
Hip, bright, and always playing rap
Japanese kaiseki with a California edge
Two Michelin stars, intimate experience
Thoughtful, elegant, tough to book
Sweeping city and ocean views
Dog-friendly, celebrity sightings possible
Just above Hollywood
Hilltop art museum with gardens and views
Tram ride up, admission is free
Architecture as impressive as the collection
Surf, skate, street performers
Walk the boardwalk or browse boutique shops
Edgy, eclectic, and always active
Iconic views of LA and the Hollywood sign
Planetarium and exhibits inside
Great at sunset
Contemporary art in a striking building
Home to Kusama’s Infinity Room
Free admission, timed entry
Outdoor amphitheater with stellar acoustics
Classical, pop, hip-hop, film scores
Bring your own picnic and wine
Cocktail lounge + vintage bowling alley
Inside the Hollywood Roosevelt
Sophisticated but fun
Bar, hotel, and recording studio
Funky and music-driven
East Hollywood’s creative hideout
Stylish stay near the beach
Designed by Kelly Wearstler
Rooftop pool, wellness focus
Koreatown tower with street-level energy
Industrial-modern rooms with city views
Great food and nightlife on-site
Secluded, serene, ultra-upscale
12-acre grounds, swan lake, classic LA luxury
Ideal for unplugging in style
Old Hollywood legends and stories
Garden dining, moody interiors
Privacy and nostalgia in equal parts
Housed in a 1927 theater building
Creative hub with rooftop pool
Artsy, energetic, well-located
Streamlined and stylish
Rooftop bar, laid-back luxury
In the heart of the Fashion District
From gritty to glam, beachy to neon-lit—every zone has its own beat.
A taco truck and a tasting menu can both be unforgettable—and they often are.
Blue skies, golden hour light, and beach weather most of the year.
Match your trip to the neighborhood that fits—not just the price tag.
The only taco crawl that matters.
Yes, it’s possible—and here’s how to do it right.
Where to Stay in LA Based on Vibe, Not Budget
Don’t just book by price—book by personality.
Santa Monica: Beach town ease with clean, bright stays.
Silver Lake: Indie shops, vinyl records, natural wine.
Downtown LA: Rooftop bars, neon, and late nights.
Because no one taco spot can do it all.
East LA: El Chato Taco Truck – Al pastor perfection.
Highland Park: Homestate – Texas-style with a SoCal twist.
Venice: Teddy’s Red Tacos – Rich, dripping birria.
Yes, it's sprawling. But for one day, you can leave the car behind.
Base yourself near a Metro stop—Downtown or Koreatown.
Use Metro B line to get to Hollywood or Universal City.
Walk Abbot Kinney, then ride Bird scooters to the beach.
