Located in the heart of LA — just 2.5 hours from the Empire Polo Club, home to both the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals — West Hollywood’s vibrant entertainment scene and relaxed atmosphere make it the best stopover destination between festival weekends. Whether you’re scrambling to find the perfect festival ‘fit, taking a moment to unwind or keeping the party alive, here’s why you should put WeHo on your April itinerary.
Spend the Night in Style
After a weekend of dancing in the desert, you’ll be ready to take a break, and there’s no better spot than the luxurious hotels of West Hollywood.
The Petit Ermitage off Santa Monica Boulevard provides a low-key escape with a unique backdrop of 20th-century art and regal furnishings. Put your feet up in a luxury poolside cabana, get your sweat on at a brand-new fitness club or enjoy tunes by internationally renowned musicians and DJs during the evening. Kimpton La Peer Hotel offers high-end guest rooms and suites, a poolside lounge and a rooftop pickleball court that moonlights as a disco club on weekends.
Hotel Ziggy serves as a sanctuary for creative souls on the Sunset Strip, with live music, DJ sets and a dynamic atmosphere. It’s also the only boutique hotel in town with a saltwater pool — and an in-house music venue in the lobby. If Old Hollywood is more your style, step back in time and enjoy classic glamor at Sunset Tower Hotel. John Wayne, Elizabeth Taylor, Frank Sinatra and other stars once called the high-rise home.
Modern luxury meets relaxed California sensibilities at the Pendry West Hollywood, where good vibes take priority. This hotel is home to both a world-class spa and an intimate in-house music venue, The Sun Rose. 1 Hotel West Hollywood focuses on wellness for the mind, body and spirit. Experiences include holistic treatments at Bamford Wellness Spa, “workouts” at FACEGYM and energizing Mind & Movement programming.
Relax & Recover at a Day Spa
True recovery begins when your attention is focused on mental and physical health, and WeHo’s spas and wellness centers will have you back on your feet — and ready for more fun — in no time.
Remedy Place, the world’s first social wellness club, offers high-tech remedies alongside treatments from hands-on practitioners. Infuse your body with oxygen in Remedy’s hyperbaric chamber, boost your circulation with an elevated acupuncture experience or bring a friend and enjoy the sauna suites.
If your skin needs a boost after a weekend in the sun, visit Ole Henricksen, a favorite of Naomi Campbell and Halle Berry. Try the OH Traditional, an eight-step facial treatment to purify and calm your skin. Le Jolie Medi Spa provides facials and peels as well as an injectables bar serving vitamin shots, IVs and peptides. The Solution IV on Santa Monica Boulevard also offers nutrition and hydration IVs, perfect for restoring lost electrolytes directly to your bloodstream.
Find the Perfect Outfit
From cowboy boots and fringe-trimmed miniskirts to colorful matching sets and maxi dresses, West Hollywood’s Design District has more than 200 storefronts with something for every taste and budget.
With three locations across WeHo, including one just off Melrose Avenue, H. Lorenzo showcases established and emerging high-end designers with an eye for the unusual. Danish brand Ganni offers trendy, well-crafted pieces as seen on Bella Hadid, Selena Gomez and Emrata. Just steps from Ganni on Melrose is Acne Studios, known for edgy, high-fashion looks — a favorite of Rosalía.
The by-appointment-only Fifth Avenue Club at The London West Hollywood offers a more personalized shopping experience, including professional styling, special event assistance and luxury fashion services.
Viral online retailer The RealReal operates a physical store with a wide variety of luxury consignment items. Their in-house experts examine every piece, ensuring its authenticity. And because you’re buying secondhand, you’re helping build a more sustainable future for fashion!
Fuel Up at Iconic WeHo Restaurants
If the food is your favorite part of a music festival, we’ve got you covered. From MICHELIN Guide recognitions to relaxed late-night diners, no matter your taste or budget, you won’t go hungry in West Hollywood.
Fresh seafood flown straight from Tokyo takes center stage at Catch in the Design District. A retractable rooftop allows for an open-air dining room with stunning views of downtown LA and the Hollywood Hills. Also in the Design District and equally luxurious is Amour. Sample escargot, beef tartare and other delicacies on the Parisian-inspired menu.
Bravo fans and pop culture enthusiasts may recognize SUR (short for “Sexy Unique Restaurant”) from the series “Vanderpump Rules.” You might catch the cast and crew filming while you enjoy global fare, including pasta, seafood and steak. Sushi Park, an unassuming Japanese omakase-style restaurant, is also a celebrity hot spot, beloved by Justin and Hailey Bieber.
For a more low-key experience, head to Mel’s Drive-In, a West Hollywood staple. Open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays, Mel’s serves unapologetically simple diner food, like burgers, sandwiches and dinner plates, with flair.
Keep the Party Going
Not ready to let the good vibes go? Nightclubs and music venues are plenty, from Santa Monica Boulevard to the legendary Sunset Strip.
The Abbey, a world-famous gay bar, is a West Hollywood institution and a welcoming space for all. Both The Abbey and its sister bar, The Chapel, host themed nights throughout the week, including Musical Mondays, Sinful Fridays and Confession Saturdays. Don’t miss Sunday Service drag brunch — fabulous fun with delicious accompaniments.
Historic club and music venue The Viper Room is located in the heart of the Sunset Strip and has hosted Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Lenny Kravitz and Pearl Jam, among countless others. Originally owned by actor Johnny Depp, the club still presents weekly rock shows and pop-up events.
Inspired by the golden era of rock and roll, the Peppermint Club offers inventive cocktails in an intimate setting, showcasing up-and-coming artists of every genre. Or, take your drinks to new heights above Sunset Boulevard at Skybar, alongside the rooftop pool at Mondrian Los Angeles.