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Nicknamed the ‘City of Angels’, Los Angeles is the place where many go to make their dreams come true. The home of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, ‘LA’ as it’s affectionately known is certainly glamorous, but there’s so much more to explore in this cutting-edge metropolis. From hiking up rugged mountains to gorging yourself silly in the country’s largest Koreatown, you’ll be hard pressed to find yourself running out of things to do here.

Near Los Angeles’ iconic Hollywood sign lie the famous studios of Universal, Warner Brothers and Paramount Pictures, who run behind-the-scenes tours for film and television fans alike. You’ll be able to see if your hands and feet match your favourite celebrities outside the TCL Chinese Theatre, and you can enjoy tours of Hollywood homes from the Walk of Fame. For a dose of culture, head to the Natural History Museum or California Science Centre; theme park fans can get their fix at Disneyland or Universal Studios.

The obvious choice to shop here would be Rodeo Drive's stores, but there are more places to shop ‘til you drop in Los Angeles. For swanky boutiques, head to The Grove in West Hollywood or Palisades Village, and for vintage clothing, eclectic antiques and unique artworks, make your way to the Melrose Trading Post Flea Market.

Outside the centre of Los Angeles, you can easily get away from the crowds. Relax on golden beaches, hike up through scenic Runyon Canyon Park or soak up panoramic views from Griffith Park.

Tonight

From £75 per night

This weekend

From £253 per night

Next weekend

From £183 per night

Most popular time to visit October–December
Cheapest time to visit January–March
Local currency US$10 = £7.87
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Average weekend price £181 per night
Average weekday price £179 per night
Typical stay 2 nights

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10

The energy of Los Angeles California is priceless.

9 August 2023

The energy of Los Angeles California is priceless..I don't know how to explain it but once you're there you'll get what I mean..the culture,diversity,and a little bit of crazy and weird make an interesting balance..great place to visit..to expensive to move there lol

Keith
Keith United States
4.0

lots of homeless on the streets, crazy people.

8 August 2023

lots of homeless on the streets, crazy people. Dirty city! Everything is so expansive based on the city structure. Even uber you have to pay extra fees that there is no place in the world that does that but California!

Mendes
Mendes Canada
8.0

Los Angeles lacks a convenient public transit system that...

7 August 2023

Los Angeles lacks a convenient public transit system that makes it inferior to places like New York, Seattle, Portland, and Chicago. It's a relatively unglamorous city with little personality beyond its limited history, which can be explored via a walking tour. But it is a hub to other places like Hollywood, Santa Monica, Long Beach, Venice, and north Orange County. Lesser known gems in Los Angeles include Angel's Flight, the strawberry donut from Donut Man, and Bob Baker Marionette Theater, plus comedy outlets like The Groundlings. Get tickets for the Broad Museum, which is likely the most crowd-pleasing activity and it's free! Be sure to check all reviews of any property you stay.

Glen
Glen United States
10

The price was reasonable.

6 August 2023

The price was reasonable. Hotels can get very expensive in LA. The location was a good base. We used Uber once we arrived and it was easy to get around to all the different areas. Rooftop deck was really nice. It was a sunny day and we sat and had lunch and drinks with a view of the Hollywood Sign. Downstairs restaraunt had breakfast and dinner and was really good food. Front desk Allie was awazing. Great service.,

Sheri
Sheri United States
8.0

It was a good experience because I reconnected with a close...

4 August 2023

It was a good experience because I reconnected with a close friend after 16 years. Great Mexican restaurant El Torito, Marina Condado del Ray, Santa Monica was great too. Moving around is easy, Uber,lift, bus train.

Anonymous
8.0

LA is a massively geographically spread out city.

4 August 2023

LA is a massively geographically spread out city. The overall impression is loads of single small house blocks with not many parks of green spaces inside, compensated for by the surrounds. Beaches at Santa Monica were really nice, with decent surf when we were there. Plenty of interesting museums galleries. The public transport is really excellent and very affordable make it easy to get around, a credit to the city. Buses seem to go everywhere and appear every few minutes.

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Rainer Listing Australia

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