West Los Angeles Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Hollywood & Beverly Hills: Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour
Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets
Top hotels in West Los Angeles
Olivia Hotel
They’re clearly trying at this charming boutique hotel, but the traffic noise from Santa Monica Blvd. and Highland Avenue is overwhelming and loud at night even with earplugs in. If they can figure out a way to reduce the road noise, this is a must stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Bertha was the most wonderful, professional and thoughtful front desk host I’ve encountered in a long time. She accommodated my room request and was a delight to greet!!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Hotel was a great location for the TCM Fil Festival!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Freehand Los Angeles
Bathroom flooded and ruined some of clothing I had sitting in a cloth bag on the bathroom floor I placed there the night beforehand to have ready to go.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
The hotel shuttle service is very bad. I waited more than 40 min. The shuttle drove by without stopping at the terminal because it is full. There seems to be one shuttle in service. The shuttle service is outsourced to the parking company next to the hotel. Do not recommend this hotel if you need ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
The line to check in was incredibly long. My kids and I waited about 35 minutes just to get checked in. After finally receiving our room and going upstairs, we discovered that the hot water was not working, the toilet would not flush, and the phone in the room was also not working. I then had to ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Los Angeles
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
Beverly Grove
While visiting Beverly Grove, you might make a stop by sights like Beverly Center Shopping Mall and Melrose Avenue.
