Booking a hotel in Los Angeles means deciding between icons brimming with history on the east side (Hollywood) and the west (Santa Monica)—not to mention new stars all across town, including classic Beverly Hills and the constantly updating Downtown. Tough choices, we know. Our advice? Split your trip and base yourself in multiple neighborhoods—the pockets of Los Angeles are so different from one another they can feel like multiple getaways in one. Our picks span locations, experiences, and price ranges; in other words, when it comes to places to stay in this town, there’s something for everyone. These are the best hotels in Los Angeles.
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Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
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