Downtown LA's hotel scene runs from a members-only Arts District warehouse to a 5-star tower at L.A. LIVE, with reliable business hotels in between. Nightly rates start around $130 to $180 at the budget end and climb past $400 at the top of the list. The two real changes since this guide was last touched: Hotel Figueroa now sits inside Hyatt's Unbound Collection, and the Ritz-Carlton's longtime signature restaurant has closed and been replaced.
Two updates worth knowing before you book. Hotel Figueroa has moved into Hyatt's Unbound Collection, so its old independent-boutique branding now runs through Hyatt's loyalty program and booking system. And at the Ritz-Carlton, the longtime WP24 by Wolfgang Puck has closed, replaced by a new Sendero-branded restaurant lineup. Hotel Figueroa's once-hidden speakeasy, Rick's, is gone too, with Bar Magnolia and Bar Alta now covering the hotel's bar scene.
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The rest of the list holds steady. All ten hotels below are open and taking reservations as of July 2026, spread across the Financial District's glass towers, the Arts District, Bunker Hill and the L.A. LIVE strip near Crypto.com Arena. The prices below are floors pulled from live rate checks, not list prices, so expect them to swing around conventions, Lakers and Clippers home games, and arena concerts.
Downtown LA hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Neighborhood | From | Best for |
|---|
| Soho Warehouse | Arts District | Members only | Soho House members |
| The Westin Bonaventure | Financial District | from $180/night | Iconic architecture |
| Sheraton Grand | Financial District | from $199/night | Business travelers |
| InterContinental LA Downtown | Financial District | from $299/night | Skyline views |
| Freehand | Historic Core | Budget-friendly, ask about promos | Travelers on a budget |
| JW Marriott L.A. Live | South Park | from $208/night | Concerts and games |
| Omni LA Hotel at California Plaza | Bunker Hill | from $299/night | Quiet hillside stay |
| Hotel Figueroa | South Park | from $139/night | Design-forward boutique |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles | South Park | from $462/night | Splurge-worthy luxury |
| The Metric | Bunker Hill / Civic Center edge | from $130/night | Budget-minded boutique |
01
Soho Warehouse
Arts District
Members club & hotelMembers only
Soho Warehouse is Soho House's members-only club and hotel in a converted Arts District warehouse, with an industrial-chic design, a rooftop pool and terrace, and Berenjak, its Iranian restaurant. It's the most exclusive stay on this list, not the most accessible.
Know before you go: Rooms aren't bookable by the public. Soho House membership starts at $975 a quarter, per the club's own site, and rooms are for members and their guests only.
02
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites
Financial District
Landmark tower hotel$$ · from $180/night
The Westin Bonaventure's five mirrored glass towers have been a downtown landmark since 1976, and the hotel still leans into it with a six-story atrium, an outdoor heated pool and the BonaVista Lounge, a revolving bar on the 34th floor. It's an easy pick if you want a room with a view and a good story to go with it.
Know before you go: The BonaVista Lounge revolves through a full rotation over roughly an hour, best enjoyed with a drink around sunset. Confirm current valet pricing when you book, it's charged separately from the room.
03
Sheraton Grand Los Angeles
Financial District
Business hotel$$ · from $199/night
The Sheraton Grand is a reliable, contemporary business hotel a short walk from the Financial District and the Music Center. Every room has the brand's "Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience" bed, and there's a Club Lounge for Marriott Bonvoy Platinum-and-up members.
Know before you go: Dog-friendly rooms are available for pets under 25 lbs with a $75 non-refundable fee, per the hotel's own site. Valet parking runs a separate daily charge, confirm the current rate when you book.
04
InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown
Financial District
Skyline luxury hotel$$$ · from $299/night
The InterContinental occupies the top floors of the 73-story Wilshire Grand Center, the tallest building west of the Mississippi, so the views are the whole pitch. A 7th floor outdoor pool with cabanas and a hot tub, plus a 70th floor Club InterContinental lounge and the Spire 73 rooftop bar, round it out.
Know before you go: Club InterContinental access on the 70th floor comes with select room categories and status tiers, not every booking, so check what's included before you book if that's the draw.
05
Freehand Los Angeles
Historic Core
Boutique budget hotel$ · budget-friendly, ask about promos
Freehand blends hostel-style bunk rooms with private boutique rooms inside the historic Commercial Exchange Building, making it the most affordable stay on this list. The rooftop pool and Broken Shaker bar are the draw, along with The Exchange restaurant downstairs.
Know before you go: Freehand regularly runs direct-book promos (multi-night discounts, suite deals), so check its own site before booking through a third party.
06
JW Marriott L.A. Live
South Park
L.A. LIVE luxury hotel$$$ · from $208/night
The JW Marriott sits directly on the L.A. LIVE campus next to Crypto.com Arena, making it the pick for concerts, Lakers and Clippers games. It has ten restaurants on site, a rooftop pool with cabanas, and a spa run by the neighboring Ritz-Carlton.
Know before you go: Rates spike hard on event nights at the arena. If you're booking around a concert or game, lock it in well ahead.
07
Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
Bunker Hill
Bunker Hill hotel$$$ · from $299/night
The Omni sits on Bunker Hill's California Plaza, a short walk from MOCA and Angels Flight, and skews quieter than the L.A. LIVE cluster. It has a 4th floor outdoor heated lap pool open 7am to 10pm, plus Noé Restaurant & Bar and Stance Coffee Bar on site.
Know before you go: The lap pool keeps set daily hours rather than staying open round the clock, plan pool time for the 7am to 10pm window.
Historic boutique hotel$$ · from $139/night
Hotel Figueroa is now part of Hyatt's Unbound Collection, folding the 1926 building's independent boutique identity into Hyatt's booking system and loyalty program. The Spanish Colonial-inspired lobby and courtyard pool are still the draw, alongside two on-site bars, Bar Magnolia and Bar Alta.
Know before you go: The hotel's once-buzzy hidden speakeasy, Rick's, has closed. Current nightlife on site runs through Bar Magnolia and Bar Alta instead.
09
The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
South Park
5-star luxury hotel$$$$ · from $462/night
The Ritz-Carlton occupies the top floors of the L.A. LIVE tower it shares with the JW Marriott, and it's still the top splurge on this list, with a spa, a 26th floor rooftop pool and bar, and panoramic downtown views. Its longtime signature restaurant, WP24 by Wolfgang Puck, has closed and been replaced by a new Sendero-branded restaurant lineup on site.
Know before you go: If you were booking specifically for WP24, note that it's gone. Check the hotel's current dining lineup before you plan a meal around it.
10
The Metric
Bunker Hill / Civic Center edge
Tech-forward boutique hotel$$ · from $130/night
The Metric is a small, tech-leaning boutique hotel with Beautyrest Black mattresses, in-room smart fridges, and a complimentary espresso and tea bar in the lobby. It's a solid budget-boutique option if you want a real room over a chain-hotel feel without the Freehand's hostel option.
Know before you go: The hotel has EV charging on site, useful if you're driving in and staying a few nights.
Frequently asked
How much do hotels in Downtown LA cost per night?
Rates run from around $130 a night at budget-friendly picks like The Metric up to $400-plus at the Ritz-Carlton, with most mid-range towers landing between $180 and $300. Prices swing hard around conventions and L.A. LIVE events, so book early if you have specific dates.
Is Soho Warehouse open to the public?
No. Soho Warehouse is a Soho House property, so its hotel rooms are reserved for members and their guests. Membership currently starts at $975 a quarter through Soho House's own site.
Which Downtown LA hotel is closest to L.A. LIVE and Crypto.com Arena?
The JW Marriott L.A. Live and The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles both sit on the L.A. LIVE campus, so they're the shortest walk to Crypto.com Arena for concerts, Lakers and Clippers games.
Which hotel has the best rooftop pool?
The InterContinental's 7th floor pool and the Ritz-Carlton's 26th floor pool both come with skyline views and a bar. Soho Warehouse's rooftop pool is arguably the nicest, but it's members only.
Is parking included at these hotels?
Rarely. Most Downtown LA hotels charge for valet or self-parking separately from the room rate, and those fees change often, so confirm the current parking cost when you book.
Is Downtown LA safe and walkable for visitors?
The hotel cluster around the Financial District, South Park and L.A. LIVE is well-trafficked and walkable during the day and on event nights. Use normal city awareness late at night, same as any big downtown, and lean on hotel valet or rideshare after dark if you're unsure of a route.
