
Andaz West Hollywood
Best for staying in the heart of West Hollywood nightlife and enjoying a heated rooftop pool with city views.
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Andaz West Hollywood is a modern 4-star hotel on the Sunset Strip with a heated rooftop pool and a music-and-entertainment–focused vibe; read this if you want easy access to West Hollywood nightlife, comedy clubs and city views. Regent Santa Monica Beach is a 5-star beachfront property in Santa Monica with oceanfront rooms, a full-service spa and formal dining; read this if you prefer coastal access, beach walks, and polished seaside service.
Updated · about 11–12 miles apart

Best for staying in the heart of West Hollywood nightlife and enjoying a heated rooftop pool with city views.

Best for direct beach access, ocean views, and a traditional full-service spa in Santa Monica.
When Andaz West Hollywood wins: pick Andaz if you want to be steps from Sunset Strip clubs, comedy venues, and an active rooftop scene; it’s the better choice for evening entertainment and central LA sightseeing.
When Regent Santa Monica Beach wins: choose Regent for beachfront mornings, oceanfront rooms, a dedicated spa, and easier walking access to the Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade and beach activities.
Bottom line: Andaz is a West Hollywood, city-focused boutique with a rooftop pool and nightlife access; Regent is a higher-end, oceanfront hotel for travelers prioritizing beach time and a full spa experience.
| Category | Andaz West Hollywood | Regent Santa Monica Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, music-and-entertainment boutique hotel on Sunset Strip | Polished, beachfront luxury with oceanfront rooms |
| Location | 8401 W Sunset Blvd — central West Hollywood, steps from nightlife | 1700 Ocean Ave — directly on Santa Monica beachfront, near the pier |
| Star rating / guest rating | 4-star (Andaz branding) / guest rating: Not published | 5-star / guest rating: 9.8 |
| Size (rooms) | 240 guestrooms | 167 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; family-friendly rooms and rooftop pool access | All ages welcome (not adults-only per supplier info) |
| Pools / beach | Heated rooftop pool with panoramic city views (year-round) | Outdoor pool and hot tub; hotel is beachfront with beach loungers included in resort fee |
| Restaurants & bars | Riot House Restaurant, Riot House Bar, The Sundeck rooftop bar, Riot House Market | Orla by Michael Mina (beachfront restaurant), poolside bar, 2 bars/lounges, 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | No traditional on-site full-service spa; in-room treatments arranged via partners | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials |
| Meetings & events | About 13,000 sq ft of event space including rooftop Panorama Ballroom and Sundeck | Approximately 20,000 sq ft of conference space and 15 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Rooftop pool, Sunset Strip location, rock ’n’ roll heritage | Beachfront location, oceanfront rooms, Orla by Michael Mina |
Andaz is on Sunset Boulevard in the heart of West Hollywood, steps from comedy clubs and live-music venues.
Pick Andaz for nightlife and easy access to West Hollywood attractions.
Regent sits at 1700 Ocean Ave with direct access to Santa Monica Beach and easy walking distance to the pier.
Pick Regent if proximity to sand, surf and the pier matters most.
Andaz offers city-view rooms, suites and penthouses that emphasize LA skyline vistas.
Choose Andaz for skyline and Sunset Strip views and multiple suite options.
Regent’s room list emphasizes oceanfront and terrace configurations, including corner suites and villas.
Choose Regent when an ocean view or beachfront suite is a priority.
Andaz centers its food and drink around Riot House Restaurant and rooftop pool bar service.
Pick Andaz for California-influenced dining and rooftop cocktails overlooking the city.
Regent’s lead restaurant is Orla by Michael Mina, a beachfront American restaurant with alfresco seating.
Pick Regent for formal beachfront dining and easy pool-to-plate service.
Andaz has a heated rooftop pool open year-round with panoramic Los Angeles views.
Pick Andaz for a year-round heated rooftop pool and city panoramas.
Regent combines an outdoor pool and hot tub with direct, immediate beachfront access.
Pick Regent for swimming plus walk-out access to the beach and pier.
Andaz offers a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop social scene rather than a full in-house spa.
Pick Andaz if you prefer an active fitness offering and an on-property nightlife vibe over a spa.
Regent provides a full-service spa and quieter seaside evenings.
Pick Regent for a dedicated spa program and calm oceanfront evenings.

Andaz — steps from Sunset Strip clubs, The Comedy Store and West Hollywood nightlife.

Regent — immediate beach access, oceanfront rooms and proximity to Santa Monica Pier.

Regent — full-service spa with massage, body treatments and facials.

Andaz — heated rooftop pool with panoramic Los Angeles views and a lively sundeck bar.
Regent Santa Monica Beach — it sits on Ocean Avenue with direct access to Santa Monica Beach and the pier.
Andaz West Hollywood — it’s on the Sunset Strip within steps of comedy clubs, music venues and nightlife.
No — Andaz does not operate a traditional full-service spa, but in-room treatments can be arranged through partners.
Yes — both hotels welcome guests of all ages according to their published policies; Regent’s supplier data lists adultsOnly as false.
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