The Standard, Hollywood — retro-cool on Sunset Strip
If you're a nightlife type who wants to be in the middle of the action — The Standard Hollywood is the answer. A lifestyle boutique on the legendary Sunset Strip, with a famous rooftop pool-bar party scene and retro-cool design, from around $230. Perfect for younger travellers who want full-on WeHo energy.
It sits on Sunset Boulevard in the heart of West Hollywood (WeHo) — LA's liveliest district for bars, clubs, hip restaurants and nightlife. Many Sunset Strip hotspots are within walking distance, while Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Walk of Fame are a 5-10 minute drive. LA is a car city; there's no direct Metro here, so use a rental or Uber.
"The rooftop pool-bar at night, DJ spinning, all of LA spread out below — this place sells a genuinely exciting party atmosphere."
Rooms are retro-cool in bold colors with playful 60s-70s pop-art furniture, fun and distinctive. They're not huge but well-styled and very photogenic. What guests love is the fun of the design, unlike a typical chain, plus a location where nightlife is right outside the door.
The highlight is the top-floor rooftop pool-bar — a city-level party spot with a DJ, city views, and a buzzing nighttime vibe. The lobby and restaurant are boldly designed too, with friendly, informal, youthful service.
Honestly, the nightlife setting cuts both ways — Friday and Saturday nights are very loud, both from the hotel bars and Sunset below. If you're a light sleeper, with young kids, or want a quiet rest, this isn't it; request a high floor on the quieter side. Also, the rooms and service lean style over luxury.
Bottom line: The Standard Hollywood is the nightlife hotel in the middle of everything. Fun design, a rooftop party, a fair price. If you're in LA for WeHo nightlife and don't mind the noise, go for it — but for a quiet rest, see other picks in our list.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ City-level party rooftop pool-bar
- ✓ Fun retro design that photographs well
- ✓ Heart of the Sunset Strip, walk to nightlife
- ✓ Good value for this location
- ! Very loud on weekends
- ! Rooms and service lean style over luxury
- ✓ Full-on WeHo nightlife atmosphere
- ✓ Distinctive design, not a typical chain
- ✓ 5-10 min drive to Beverly Hills
- ✓ Friendly, youthful service
- ! Not for light sleepers/young kids
- ! Per-night parking fee
- 💡If you're a light sleeper or with young kids — Saturdays are very loud · Fix → request a high floor on the quieter back side
- 💡If you want luxury — this leans style and fun · Fix → see the Waldorf or Beverly Hills Hotel
- 💡If you have no car — there's no direct Metro · Honestly, you'll rely on Uber/Lyft
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