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Sunset Tower Hotel, Los Angeles

8358 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069, United States of America (show on map)

The Sunset Tower Hotel is a legendary Art Deco masterpiece on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood. Designed by architect Leland A. Bryant and opened in 1931, it was a marvel of its time, notably serving as one of the first high-rise, fully electric apartment buildings in Los Angeles. Its striking exterior is covered in intricate plaster friezes featuring zeppelins, fighter planes, and mythical creatures, reflecting the bold, machine-age optimism of the era.

This “lady” of the Strip has a storied past as an elite Hollywood residence. Its former tenants include icons like Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, Howard Hughes, and John Wayne, who famously kept a cow on his balcony. The building’s ground floor, once a home to gangster Bugsy Siegel, has since been transformed into the Tower Bar—a famously exclusive, low-key haunt where industry power players still gather today.

Beyond its glamorous history, the hotel is a bastion of privacy in a celebrity-saturated city. In a modern era of social media, the hotel maintains a strict no-photo policy inside to protect the comfort of its guests. Its decor pairs this old-world soul with chic, understated luxury, including bespoke bathroom wallpaper that depicts playful scenes from the hotel’s own history.

The location is perfect for exploring the heart of LA’s entertainment scene. You are mere steps away from iconic music venues like The Comedy Store, The Roxy, and the Whisky a Go Go. For a dose of Hollywood culture, the legendary TCL Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame are just a short drive away.

Expert reviews

CN Traveler review:

“Piercing the blue Californian skies on Sunset Boulevard, this elegant Art Deco tower has long been a landmark of the city, home to Hollywood greats since its arrival in 1931, courtesy of architect Leland A. Bryant.”

Guest rating

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 7th in Los Angeles


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What guests liked


Value for Money

87.6 %

Ranked 9th in Los Angeles


We use a smart algorithm to determine the value for money each hotel offers. The score is based on a combination of aggregated guest review ratings and the average nightly rate. The higher the percentage, the better the overall value you receive for the price you pay.


Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Serena

27 May 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Eda

26 May 2026

Exceptional

4.5
Ahmet

7 May 2026

Fabulous

5.0
Sterling

30 April 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Alexei

24 April 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Ludovico

20 April 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Douglas

18 April 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Elliot

14 April 2026

Exceptional

4.0
Dan

14 April 2026

Very good

5.0
Edgaras

11 March 2026

Exceptional

4.0
Nanda

1 March 2026

Very good

4.5
Nicki

17 February 2026

Fabulous

4.0
Sarah

4 February 2026

Very good

5.0
Phoebe

21 January 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Gemma

11 January 2026

Exceptional

5.0
Danielle

29 December 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Patrick

23 December 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Mohamad

19 November 2025

Fabulous

5.0
Russell

16 November 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Michelle

11 November 2025

Exceptional

4.0
Lewis

30 August 2025

Very good

4.0
Alberic

22 August 2025

Very good

5.0
Abigail

9 August 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Simone

27 July 2025

Fabulous

5.0
Brad

18 July 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Alysia

6 July 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Julia

1 May 2025

Fabulous

5.0
Tomer

10 April 2025

Exceptional

4.0
Chafic

10 April 2025

Very good

5.0
George

8 April 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Isabella

29 March 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Lilit

16 March 2025

Fabulous

5.0
Jack

27 February 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Veronika

26 January 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Veronika

26 January 2025

Exceptional

1.0
Alessandra

2 January 2025

Lack of attention to costumer care and bad services

Nice location

I recently stayed at the Sunset Tower and unfortunately, my experience did not meet expectations. During our stay, the fire alarm went off in the early morning due to a mistake, with no explanation or apology provided. Additionally, we encountered issues with cold water, which were resolved only the day after. Although I reached out to express my concerns, and the general manager Mark initially proposed a meeting, but when I told him that I couldn’t do it at the time he proposed, I received no further follow-up, even after explaining that it was the day of our check-out. No apology or compensation was offered, which was disappointing given the situation. For a hotel of this caliber and the cost, I expected better communication and service recovery.

5.0
Patrick

1 January 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Scott

16 November 2024

Fabulous

4.5
Patrick

12 November 2024

Fabulous

2.5
Robert

14 July 2024

Our stay turned into work repacking at 11PM to move out due to no AC

The history

The air conditioning didn't work and we ended up having to leave at 11PM

3.0
Demitria

24 May 2024

The rooms need to be updated or the prices need to be adjusted because it’s very expensive for a tiny little box room

The rooms were tiny and it took a long time to get anything from room service to your room

4.5
Cassidy

6 January 2024

Lovely service and discreet

Lovely time as always, Dimitri was so helpful, very kind and Michael the bartender is always great. Megan at valet was so kind every time I saw them. Food is great, service attentive and look forward to being back in a couple months.

Some of the ambiance staff could have a better attitude

5.0
Costa

17 October 2023

Amazing and easy from start till end

The historic building was breathtaking my suite was amazing with a breathtaking view of the city.

The amenities, food, and staff

4.5
Daniel

20 September 2023

Undoubted one of the best hotels in Hollywood

This hotel was one of the highlights of our trip, the initial arrive of a strong concierge and excellent check in team. The room was large and beautiful with original features. Excellent touches with replenished water and lots of snacks. Bed was incredible comfortable. The location was perfect to explore Hollywood. The sunset bar is amazing.

Very difficult to say anything wrong however the pool area is much smaller than the photos show however we didn’t need the pool.

5.0
Eva

9 September 2023

Fabulous tower

The room was very comfortable. The restaurant was fabulous .

3.0
Yazıcı

30 August 2023

Passable

I MENTİONED THAT I NEED INVOICE UPON MY BOOKING BUT THE PROPERY SAYS ITS BOOKING RESPONSABILITY THEY DO NOT GIVE INVOICE AT CHECK OUT AND WHEN I ASKED BOOKING IT SAYS THE PROPERTY WILL PROVIDE!!!! THIS HAPPENS THIRD TIME NOW AND I HAVE TO FOLLOW UP EACH TIME FOR THIS INVOICE THAT THE PAYMENT I MADE IN ADVANCE !!! I WILL AVOID TO USE BOOKING JUST FOR THIS REASON

1.0
Nathan

29 August 2023

terrible

they charged me $546.00 for someone else’s tab at the resturant to my cc. had i not seen the charge on my card i wouldn’t have noticed they charged me for someone else’s stuff.

3.0
Eleonora

16 August 2023

Great location, friendly staff, good breakfast, average rooms.

Great location, good breakfast, friendly staff.

The rooms were tiny, the value of the room wasn’t worth the size and quality. Water pressure was quite weak, we had to upgrade to a suite because the other rooms were too small to even walk around the bed.

5.0
Stevenson

9 August 2023

Must stay, will stay again.

Very clean.

Everything was perfect.

5.0
Marcus

19 June 2023

My new favourite hotel in West Hollywood

The decor

Liked everything

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Car hire
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Business centre
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - ATM/cash machine on site
  • - Concierge service
  • - Private check-in/check-out

Activities

  • - Fitness centre
  • - Fitness
  • - Fitness classes
  • - Personal trainer

Outdoors

  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor pool (all year)
  • - Outdoor furniture

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Parking

  • - Parking garage
  • - Electric vehicle charging station
  • - Accessible parking

Pool and wellness

  • - Pool with view
  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Face masks for guests available
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