Sunset Tower Hotel, Los Angeles
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
“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.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Private parking
- Friendly staff
Location
Recent guest reviews
26 May 2026
Exceptional
7 May 2026
Fabulous
30 April 2026
Exceptional
24 April 2026
Exceptional
20 April 2026
Exceptional
18 April 2026
Exceptional
14 April 2026
Exceptional
14 April 2026
Very good
11 March 2026
Exceptional
1 March 2026
Very good
17 February 2026
Fabulous
4 February 2026
Very good
21 January 2026
Exceptional
11 January 2026
Exceptional
29 December 2025
Exceptional
23 December 2025
Exceptional
19 November 2025
Fabulous
16 November 2025
Exceptional
11 November 2025
Exceptional
30 August 2025
Very good
22 August 2025
Very good
9 August 2025
Exceptional
27 July 2025
Fabulous
18 July 2025
Exceptional
6 July 2025
Exceptional
1 May 2025
Fabulous
10 April 2025
Exceptional
10 April 2025
Very good
8 April 2025
Exceptional
29 March 2025
Exceptional
16 March 2025
Fabulous
27 February 2025
Exceptional
26 January 2025
Exceptional
26 January 2025
Exceptional
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.
1 January 2025
Exceptional
16 November 2024
Fabulous
12 November 2024
Fabulous
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
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
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
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
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.
9 September 2023
Fabulous tower
The room was very comfortable. The restaurant was fabulous .
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
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.
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.
9 August 2023
Must stay, will stay again.
Very clean.
Everything was perfect.
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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27 May 2026
Exceptional