“La La Land,” “City of Angels,” “Tinseltown”–Los Angeles has many monikers to its credit and rightly so. Culture vultures will love exploring Huntington Library and its gardens, which is about 18 minutes away by car. Intrepid adventurers can bike around Echo Park Lake or the stunning Strand that faces the coastline. LA also happens to be a foodie haven; just head to Smorgasbord or Grand Central Market. Even dogs have something to do here! Behold Rosie’s Dog Beach, LA County’s only legal off-leash dog beach. If your LA vacation is grand, then your stay must be equally grand too. Booking a four-star hotel in LA is tough–only because you will have so many choices. To make it easier to search for the right accommodation, check out this list of the best 4-star hotels in Los Angeles, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) hotel ratings, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. The Hollywood Roosevelt (from USD 279)
Did you know that it was The Hollywood Roosevelt that hosted the first-ever Academy Awards? That’ll tell you all you need to know about this excellent, glamorous hotel, which occupies prime real estate on Hollywood Boulevard. There’s no better way to experience Hollywood up close, complete with views of the Hollywood sign from all rooms and suites. Soundproof walls aside, rooms even have mini bars, wood floors, top-quality bathrobes, and Davines toiletries in the bathrooms.
Since this is LA, the establishment stays alive until the wee hours, especially the five drinking and dining options, one of which even has bowling lanes! You can begin your mornings in the heated pool before moving onto the divine massage garden for unwinding.
The Hollywood Roosevelt
Address: 7000 Hollywood Boulevard
1.24 km (0.8 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
2. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel (from USD 149)
Are you here for a short layover but want to avoid a run-of-the-mill airport hotel? Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel, a 15-floor property with sweeping city views, will be a great choice for you. Rooms are spacious and equipped with perks such as coffee machines and free Starbucks coffee. The vanity mirrors and Le Grand Bain products in all bathrooms are a lovely touch too.
Besides an impressive lobby (with an actual Starbucks store), it’s the pool deck that steals the show. Aside from being huge, the place even has a whirlpool, fire pits, and enclosed cabanas, perfect for your layover unwinding. A sizable gym aside, two restaurants and bars offer refreshing and delicious drinks and meals. There’s even a wonderful patio.
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Address: 6101 West Century Boulevard
19.1 km (11.9 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
3. Hotel Angeleno (from USD 225)
The unique, cylinder-shaped Hotel Angeleno plies its guests with a long list of amenities. It has an amazing pool with sun loungers and umbrellas to soak up the sun. Gym rats will love the small but well-equipped gym. Besides a full food and beverage program, the hotel has an excellent rooftop restaurant that serves all kinds of meals. By night, the restaurant is the ultimate romantic dining destination.
But that’s not all. The bar even has happy hour and a swinging jazz brunch on Sundays. The sleek rooms offer dazzling views of the city, complete with balconies. In-room amenities that include coffee makers with Wolfgang Puck coffee, Bluetooth hubs, and chic bathrooms complete the place.
Hotel Angeleno
Address: 170 North Church Lane
12.64 km (7.9 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
4. Hilton Los Angeles - Universal City (from USD 271)
Pricey, especially food and parking. Some additional charges for amenities.
Walking distance to Universal Studios, shuttle service, clean rooms, comfortable beds.
Excellent location for visiting Universal Studios, within walking distance. Close to CityWalk.
Mixed reviews about food quality and pricing. Some guests found the breakfast expensive.
The beautiful Hilton Los Angeles will make you feel like a star. Tucked in Universal City, the stylish four-star hotel is a stone’s throw away from Universal Studios. You can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool, followed by a whirlpool soak. Fitness enthusiasts can tone up at the gym and then hang out in the patio, which is perfect for a cup of coffee.
No room at the establishment is without terrific views due to the ideal location. Rooms and suites are serene with fancy mod-cons, and they boast incredible views of Universal Studios.
Hilton Los Angeles-Universal City
Address: 555 Universal Hollywood Drive
3.27 km (2.1 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
5. JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE (from USD 246)
Reasonable pricing for its prime location near Crypto.com Arena and LA Convention Center.
Spacious rooms, excellent gym, and access to Ritz Carlton pool and gym. However, valet parking is expensive.
Ideal location for events at Crypto.com Arena and LA Convention Center, with easy access to downtown attractions.
Delicious dining options, including a variety of cuisines, but some guests found the restaurants to be expensive.
Are you looking for the perfect, opulent vacation in the heart of LA? Look no further than the urban oasis that is JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A Live. Located steps from the glitzy L.A. Live complex, this hotel is perfect for culture vultures, shopping enthusiasts, foodies–basically everyone! You can begin your day with a swim in the heated outdoor rooftop pool or rev up at the contemporary gym.
Pamper yourself at the spa with treatments and massages before digging into delicious fare at one of the hotel’s six restaurants, including a Wolfgang Puck one. Rooms are equally luxurious, and they offer panoramic views of Downtown LA. Mini fridges, coffee makers, and 24-hour room service mean you don’t have to leave your rooms at all.
JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
Address: 900 W Olympic Blvd
9.98 km (6.2 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
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6. Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles (from USD 171)
Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles has been shown in several Hollywood films, including Heat, True Lies, and even Interstellar, so, you can’t find a better hotel to stay at than this cylindrical beauty in the heart of LA. You can choose from more than 1,300 rooms and suites, all of which come with million-dollar views of the LA skyline. Besides all essentials, bathrooms are particularly lavish with freestanding tubs and vanity mirrors in all suites.
With a lobby that’s akin to a small city, the standout at the establishment is the huge pool deck with a divine pool. In-room spa options, a swanky fitness studio, and whopping 19 drinking and dining options make the property the perfect, lavish base for your Tinseltown sojourn.
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Address: 404 S Figueroa St
10.14 km (6.3 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
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7. Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel (from USD 169)
Close to LAX Airport, Renaissance Los Angeles is a great option for travellers who have short layovers. But that doesn’t mean that it skimps on amenities; it has quite a lot of facilities for the convenience of travellers. For instance, fitness enthusiasts can work out at the well-equipped fitness centre. Those who want to relax will want to head straight to the outdoor pool.
What’s more, the hotel even has a great restaurant and bar that serves contemporary American cuisine, besides having a superb regional Californian wine collection. You’ll love the rooms and suites here too, which come with coffee makers, mini fridges, flat-screen cable TVs, and free Wi-Fi.
Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel
Address: 9620 Airport Boulevard
18.65 km (11.6 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
8. Loews Hollywood Hotel (from USD 269)
The luxury Loews Hollywood Hotel lies just a few steps from Hollywood Walk of Fame, making it an LA lover’s dream base. You can choose from a host of bright and spacious rooms and suites, all of which feature excellent views of the LA skyline and Hollywood Hills. Are you in the mood to splurge? Go for the “Panorama Suite,” which has a grand piano right in front of a wall of windows that look out to the city.
The rest of the 20-floor hotel is equally impressive, especially the 5-story heated pool. You can lie down on sun loungers and sip cocktails. Besides the fitness centre, the property’s highlight is the Exhale spa, which offers the most divine massages and treatments. End your day with cocktails and a superb meal at the on-site restaurant and bar.
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Address: 1755 North Highland Avenue
1.04 km (0.7 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
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9. Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza (from USD 179)
Reasonable pricing for a prime location in downtown LA, with additional fees clearly disclosed.
Complimentary car service, heated pool, and shuttle service within a 3-mile radius.
Perfect for visiting Grand Avenue venues, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and the Broad Museum. Walking distance to many attractions and restaurants.
Great dining options, though slightly pricey, with exceptional service and delicious breakfast choices.
Young travellers will love this hotel, which sits right in the heart of all the action in the city. The most spectacular feature of the rooms and suites are the stunning views of the city. What’s more, all units come with high-quality robes, Keurig coffee makers, and even iPad charging slots. All marble-tiled bathrooms are a perk, especially since they come with bathtubs too.
The epicentre of all activity here is the fourth-floor heated lap pool, complete with sun loungers and umbrellas. You can even order drinks and food from your poolside spot. The spa offers a range of massages and body treatments while the well-sized studio is perfect for people who want to work out. The best bit is that the establishment has not one but three dining options.
Omni Los Angeles Hotel
Address: 251 South Olive Street
10.55 km (6.6 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
10. Kimpton Everly Hotel (from USD 247)
Few hotels are as gorgeous as Kimpton Everly Hotel, which is a boutique hangout in West Hollywood. The hotel boasts a bold aesthetic and swanky interiors, right down to the frosty black-and-grey color scheme in the lobby and rooms. Even the elevator walls are covered in floral murals. Rooms and suites are spacious slices of heaven, with bespoke toiletries and contemporary mod cons. Take the elevator to the top to have a look at the massive penthouse.
The rest of the establishment is quite the same; the lobby with its Saba sofas and light fixtures is a great hangout space. The same goes for the sun-lit swimming pool and bar, which is a see-and-be-seen hotspot. Free bicycles, a complimentary wine hour, and a superb restaurant wrap up things here.
Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood, an IHG Hotel
Address: 1800 Argyle Avenue
1.61 km (1.0 mi) from Hollywood Bowl
A lavish vacation in Los Angeles
If there’s one city in the United States where you can live like a star, it’s Los Angeles. These incredible four-star hotels offer the opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a celebrity, with their swanky interiors, plethora of facilities, and all the modern amenities you could ask for. Choose one of these best hotels for a luxurious stay in “La La Land.”
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