Los Angeles, or LA, the name oozes celebrities and party. This Californian pearl is also the home of many hotels with grand rooftop bars and rooftop swimming pools.
You can find them spread out over the whole city. All the way from Venice Beach, Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Downtown LA, there are luxurious and trendy hotels with rooftops pretty much everywhere.
Enjoy our complete list to 8 great hotels with rooftops in LA.
Located just steps away from the famous Venice Beach Boardwalk, and within a five-minute walk from the beach proper, the Erwin is an excellent choice for beach-lovers out there.
Featuring two restaurants, two bar lounges, a complimentary area shuttle, a fitness center, and event facilities, the Edwin has everything you need to make sure your stay is comfortable.
Each of the hotel's 119 features private balconies, iPod docks, well-stocked minibars, complimentary bathrobes, pillowtop beds, premium beddings, and coffee makers.
From up here, you can enjoy gorgeous views of Venice Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Decorated with beach furniture, lounge sofas, and large umbrellas, this bar resembles the beach it overlooks but is considerably more exclusive.
Since the Erwin's is one of the few rooftop bars in Venice, you can be assured that the parties thrown here are some of the best the area has to offer, and the service doesn't fall behind.
Offering a variety of signature cocktails, several Californian beers, and delicious bar-bites, the rooftop at Hotel Erwin is definitely worth a visit!
Found a block south of Sunset Boulevard in the heart of Los Angeles’ iconic Hollywood enclave, the modern The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood brings the distinct Chicago hospitality brand to the West Coast.
Featuring 220 guestrooms, four on-site bars, various indoor-outdoor event spaces, an energetic restaurant on the lobby level, and a fitness centre, this is a prime spot for supreme Hollywood moments.
Each of the meticulously appointed rooms offer free WiFi, as well as HDTV, Bluetooth speakers, and luxury bath products.
With one of the largest rooftops in Los Angeles, the top floor at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is really something special.
Offering an impressive 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, the 7th floor terrace includes a sun-deck, two bars, a shimmering rooftop pool and al fresco dining.
Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy relaxing swims in the rooftop pool, all to some fantastic 360-degree views over Hollywood and Los Angeles.
Next to the pool, the I|O Rooftop is open to all both day and night, serving great lounge vibes and a menu fille with refreshing specialty cocktails and tasty light bites, like burger, sliders and sushi.
A luxurious hotel in the heart of Los Angeles, the InterContinental has everything you need to make your stay both comfortable and memorable.
Four restaurants, three bars, ann outdoor swimming pool, 24-fitness center, and enormous event facilities await you, as well as 889 spacious rooms with premium commodities.
Free internet, coffee makers, designer toiletries, premium beddings, and 24-hour room service makes even a short stay at the InterContinental a pleasure.
Called Spire 73, this rooftop bar is on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental hotel, and, as such, it offers some of the best views in the city.
Gaze over Los Angeles as you enjoy some of the signature cocktails Spire 73 is known for; Witness a stunning sunset while snacking on the bar bites and sipping on one of the bar's numerous whiskeys.
Whatever you choose to do in this luxurious and exclusive bar, you can rest assured that you'll do it in style!
Found in the heart of Beverly Hills, the Waldorf Astoria offers all the world-class luxury associated with the area.
Tailor-made for a unique and special experience, the hotel is modernly elegant all around, offering several restaurants and bars, a spa, wellness & fitness center and top-class service.
The over-sized guest rooms feature state-of-the-art technology, floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Each room is luxuriously styled with elegant touches like warm white stone, rich wood and picture-perfect views of Beverly Hills.
Perched on top of the hotel you find The Rooftop by JG, and just as the hotel, the spacious rooftop is very elegant.
With a garden-like setting, the open-air terrace is filled with comfy lounge spots, dining tables and bar stools, all surrounded with panoramic views over Beverly Hills, Hollywood and the LA skyline.
Open daily for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, here you can enjoy contemporary American and Asian dishes, as well as fine and crafted signature cocktails, along with a selection of craft brews, sparkling and wines.
Guests staying at the hotel also get exclusive access to a heated and fantastic rooftop pool, where you can swim and lounge with panoramic views.
If you're looking for a romantic stay in West Hollywood, then set your sight on the Andaz.
This charming hotel has everything you could ask for: A convenient location within walking distance of Melrose Avenue and the Sunset Strip; a restaurant and a bar; a 24-hour fitness center and business facilities.
Each of the hotel's 239 rooms features LCD TVs, in-room dining options, premium linens, down comforters, designer toiletries, and round the clock room service.
The hotel's restaurant, Riot House, serves Californian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the hotel's bar is so good it deserves an entry of its own.
Called Riot House Bar, this rooftop bar overlooks the Sunset Strip and Hollywood Hills, giving guests the chance to enjoy the scenery without bothering with the crowds.
Cool-off at the guest-only pool while enjoying the frozen cocktails this bar is known for, or try some of the delicious bar-bites while listening to live DJ music.
If you're looking for exclusivity, privacy, and relaxation, this is the rooftop bar for you.
A one-of-a-kind hotel located near the Sunset Strip and Whiskey a GoGo, the Petit Ermitage features a restaurant, a swimming pool, and a fitness center, all decked-out in the hotel's unmistakable style.
Expect lots of greenery, plenty of Baroque-inspired furniture, an irreverent spirit, and top-notch service.
Each of the hotel's 80 rooms features WiFi, iPod docks, fireplaces, round-the-clock room services, well-stocked minibars, premium bedding, down comforters, sitting areas, and complimentary bathrobes and slippers.
Buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00am to 11:00am.
Known as "The Private Rooftop", this exclusive-to-guests rooftop offers gorgeous 360-degree vistas of Hollywood Hills, a variety of seating settings, and tons of privacy.
From poolside cabanas to private rooms, here, you'll be able to enjoy drinks and conversation without worrying about mingling with the tourists.
Enjoy the outdoor saltwater pool, the Monday movie night, and the morning yoga sessions, all while surrounded by a lush garden and drinking creative signature cocktails.
If you're looking for a place to get away from all the buzz of the city, The Private Rooftop is it!
Located in Beverly Hills and within steps of the Sunset Strip, this boutique hotel features a restaurant, a swimming pool, a spa, business facilities, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Each of the hotel's 200 rooms features LCD TVs, free WiFi, iPod docks, espresso makers, rainfall showerheads, soaking tubs, pillowtop beds, premium beddings, and thick curtains to keep the sun out.
Located on a 10th floor, this isn't the tallest rooftop terrace in the Sunset Boulevard, but it still offers gorgeous vistas of the city.
Frequented by A-list celebrities and featuring New American cuisine, this is one of Beverly Hill's most dynamic bars, as well as one of the most exclusive.
Up here you find a large infinity pool, private poolside cabanas, a special poolside menu, a regular dining menu, and a variety of seating options.
Exclusive and luxurious, perfect for long hours under the LA sun.
Located in the center of Los Angeles, just steps away from the Orpheum Theatre and the Fashion District, this hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a coffee shop.
The restaurant, Best Girl, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Each of the hotel's 182 rooms features premium linings, down comforters, well-stocked minibars, signature toiletries, and free WiFi.
This trendy and elegant rooftop bar offers jaw-dropping views of downtown Los Angeles, as well a vast menu of cocktails, beers, wines, and bar-bites.
Split into two terraces, with greenery, varied seating options, and tent-like covers to ward off the strong LA sun, this rooftop bar has an undeniable oasis-like charm to it.
There's also a pool and poolside lounge where you can relax as a guest staying at the hotel.
While the atmosphere is relaxed during the day, come night, this rooftop bar becomes the perfect place for a rooftop party, with live DJ music, pop-up shops, and a lively crowd.
This is definitely one of the most versatile bars LA has to offer.
Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.
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