In West Hollywood, hotel pools are all about California sunshine, laid-back luxury and effortless style. Perched above the city and just off the legendary Sunset Strip, iconic pool decks have long offered the perfect place to relax, take in the views and soak up the best atmosphere L.A. has to offer. From glamorous rooftop retreats or refreshing oases to music-fuelled hangouts and exciting new offerings, like the PUBLIC West Hollywood (arriving this September), these iconic pools invite you to relax, soak up the sunshine and experience the best of West Hollywood’s poolside lifestyle.
PUBLIC West Hollywood: A Brand-New Rooftop on the Sunset Strip (Opening September 2026)
Set to open in September 2026, PUBLIC West Hollywood will be the second location for Ian Schrager’s PUBLIC brand, bringing its signature concept of “democratic luxury” to West Hollywood. Designed to make elevated hospitality feel more accessible, PUBLIC West Hollywood pairs sophisticated design and standout experiences with an inclusive, glamorous approach. The showstopper is set to be The Roof, a lushly landscaped, 16,000-square-foot rooftop park with sweeping 360-degree views. Conceived as an urban oasis above the city, the expansive open-air space will offer plenty of room to gather, unwind and soak up the Southern California sunshine, with wellness experiences, art installations and an oversized outdoor cinema screen. A beautifully landscaped pool and all-day pool bar will complete the experience a few floors below, making PUBLIC one of West Hollywood’s most anticipated new destinations for an elevated escape.
The Valorian Los Angeles: A Legendary Pool with a Fresh New Look
Formerly Mondrian Los Angeles, The Valorian Los Angeles has reimagined its legendary Skybar as White Rabbit Sky Lounge, bringing fresh energy to one of the city’s best-known hotel pools. By day, the chic poolside lounge offers a relaxed spot to soak up the California sunshine, with an ivy-covered open-air pavilion, crafted cocktails and poolside bites accompanied by panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills and city skyline. As the sun sets, the atmosphere shifts up a gear, with DJ sets transforming White Rabbit into a lively evening destination. Blending the glamour of its storied past with a fresh, design-forward identity, this iconic pool is ready for a new generation of West Hollywood sunseekers.
The Sun Rose West Hollywood: Panoramic Views and Poolside Indulgence
Perched above Sunset Boulevard, the rooftop pool at The Sun Rose West Hollywood offers an elevated escape from the energy below. Panoramic views, plush loungers and inviting two-person daybeds set the scene for an unhurried afternoon, whether catching up with friends or simply finding a sunny corner and settling in. Order a refreshing drink and a light bite from the pool menu, stretch out beside the water and watch the city unfold around you. The pool also complements The Sun Rose’s wider wellness offerings, which include a luxurious spa and 24/7 private fitness centre, with the pool deck occasionally transforming into an open-air setting for wellness classes such as yoga and much more. Add special experiences like private cinematic evenings, and this rooftop retreat offers plenty of ways to relax, recharge and indulge. Look for the nearby rooftop restaurant to transform this August with new culinary offerings.
The West Hollywood EDITION: Secluded Rooftop Glamour
High above the Sunset Strip, the rooftop pool at The West Hollywood EDITION delivers the perfect setting for long, sun-soaked afternoons. Surrounded by lush greenery, mature trees and terra-cotta planters, the expansive pool deck feels surprisingly secluded despite its prime location at the crossroads of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Settle into a bespoke wooden lounger and take in sweeping views across the Los Angeles skyline. Steps from the pool, The Roof is the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, serving fresh, seasonal Mexican-inspired dishes alongside tropical- and Latin-inspired cocktails. With its sophisticated design, vibrant dining and spectacular vantage point, this is rooftop living at its most effortlessly glamorous.
Kimpton La Peer: A Cosy Poolside Retreat Beside the Newly Remodelled No Rose Bar
Tucked away in West Hollywood’s Design District, the pool at Kimpton La Peer Hotel offers a stylish retreat for soaking up the California sunshine. Lounge poolside by day before slipping into the newly remodelled No Rose, the hotel’s chic lobby bar which opens directly onto the pool deck. The indoor-outdoor setting makes it easy to move from a leisurely swim to cocktails and light bites, while fire pits bring a warm glow to the pool deck as the sun goes down. With No Rose adding live DJs, California wines and creative cocktails to the mix, La Peer offers a relaxed pool experience that effortlessly transitions from sunny afternoons to stylish evenings.
Hotel Ziggy: Pool Days with a Rock ‘n’ Roll Soundtrack
For a pool scene with a little more volume, head to Hotel Ziggy on the legendary Sunset Strip. Music is woven into practically every part of this rebellious boutique hotel, and its central saltwater pool is no exception. DJ sets, live music and a lively social atmosphere give pool days here the energy of an intimate backyard party, albeit one right in the middle of West Hollywood. Guests can lounge poolside between dips or make the pool an extension of their room by booking one of Hotel Ziggy’s coveted Swim-Up rooms, which open directly onto the pool area. Add pizza, cocktails and a soundtrack that rarely stays quiet for long, and you have a distinctly West Hollywood take on the classic California pool day: casual, creative and always ready for a good time.
