W Hollywood

W Hollywood lobby

On our trip to L.A., in addition to shopping, visiting friends and getting our hair did, we had the opportunity to tour several hotels, including the brand new W Hollywood. The center piece of the lobby is the sweeping, red-carpeted staircase that is described as a cross between Scarlett O'Hara and Andy Warhol.
W hollywood red carpet 


The red carpet theme is carried throughout, even the stairs leading to the entryway from the car port.

w hollywood room


The rooms are spacious

w hollywood room view 2


and the hotel features plenty of suites with room for pre-partying. Several have terraces.
w hollywood suite

The rooftop pool bar will open later this year, featuring Drai's Hollywood, a club by Victor Drai. That's sure to be the scene of many an epic after-party.

The rates are affordable, with rooms starting at $299 a night.