
Andaz West Hollywood
Best for nightlife, rooftop views, and being in the middle of Sunset Strip action.
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Andaz West Hollywood is a modern 4-star Sunset Strip hotel for travelers who want nightlife, skyline views, and a heated rooftop pool. The Peninsula Beverly Hills is an ultra-luxury 5-star grand hotel that appeals to guests after polished service, a full-service spa, and a quiet Beverly Hills address.
Updated · about 3.6 km (2.3 mi) apart

Best for nightlife, rooftop views, and being in the middle of Sunset Strip action.

Best for formal luxury, extensive guest services, suites and villa options, and a quiet Beverly Hills base.
When Andaz West Hollywood wins: pick the Andaz if you want to be in the thick of West Hollywood nightlife, need a rooftop pool and skyline views, and prefer a more casual, boutique Los Angeles stay.
When The Peninsula Beverly Hills wins: choose The Peninsula when you want an ultra-luxury, service-focused stay with a full-service spa, multiple formal restaurants, and traditionally polished Beverly Hills hospitality.
Bottom line: both are luxury options near Beverly Hills; Andaz is the livelier, more casual Sunset Strip choice, while The Peninsula is the quieter, service-driven Beverly Hills classic.
| Category | Andaz West Hollywood | The Peninsula Beverly Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern, music-history boutique with lively rooftop and Sunset Strip energy. | Classic ultra-luxury grand hotel with formal service and residential calm. |
| Location | On Sunset Boulevard, steps from Sunset Strip nightlife and comedy clubs. | South of Wilshire in Beverly Hills, a short drive from Rodeo Drive. |
| Size / rooms | 240 guestrooms (boutique high-rise). | 195 guestrooms, plus villa accommodations. |
| Ages / audience | All-ages; families welcome and children allowed at pool. | All-ages; family-friendly amenities and children 11 and younger stay free in some conditions. |
| Pools / signature amenity | Heated rooftop pool (year-round) with The Sundeck bar and panoramic city views. | Outdoor pool, hot tub and pool cabanas (surcharge); quieter residential pool setting. |
| Restaurants & bars | Riot House Restaurant & Bar, The Sundeck pool bar, Riot House Market (grab-and-go). | Four restaurants including The Belvedere, 2 bars/lounges, 24-hour room service. |
| Spa & wellness | No full-service on-site spa; in-room massages arranged via partners; 24-hour fitness center. | Full-service spa on site offering massages, body treatments, facials, plus sauna and hot tub. |
| Signature strengths | Sunset Strip location, rooftop events and skyline views, music/rock heritage. | Polished white-glove service, limo/town car options, residential suites and villas. |
| Meeting & event space | About 13,000 sq ft of event space including Panorama Ballroom and rooftop deck. | Conference center and 5 meeting rooms, approx. 14,004 sq ft of meeting space. |
| Transport & shuttle | No complimentary airport shuttle; front desk arranges transfers; valet/self-parking (surcharge). | Airport transportation available for surcharge; complimentary area shuttle within ~3 mi; valet (surcharge). |
Andaz West Hollywood sits directly on Sunset Boulevard, steps from comedy clubs and nightlife.
Choose Andaz for nightlife and walkable Sunset Strip access.
The Peninsula Beverly Hills occupies a quieter Beverly Hills block a short drive from Rodeo Drive.
Choose The Peninsula for a more residential Beverly Hills base and polished arrivals.
Andaz offers 240 guestrooms and suites with modern, music-inspired design and city views.
Andaz rooms are contemporary and designed for Sunset Strip views and casual comfort.
The Peninsula has 195 guestrooms plus multiple suite and villa configurations for longer stays or privacy.
The Peninsula emphasizes residential-style rooms and villa options with refined linens and in-room comforts.
Andaz’s dining centers on Riot House Restaurant plus rooftop and market options.
Andaz suits informal, California-focused meals and rooftop cocktails.
The Peninsula offers several on-site restaurants and 24-hour room service for a formal dining experience.
The Peninsula is better if you want a range of formal dining options and in-house room service.
Andaz’s heated rooftop pool is a central feature with panoramic LA views.
Pick Andaz for a rooftop pool with skyline views and a social scene.
The Peninsula provides an outdoor pool, hot tub, and pool cabanas in a quieter setting.
Choose The Peninsula for a more private, relaxed pool experience with cabana options.
Andaz focuses on fitness and rooftop nightlife rather than an on-site full-service spa.
Andaz is for active travelers who prioritize fitness and being near nightlife rather than an in-house spa.
The Peninsula offers a full-service spa and a quieter evening environment in Beverly Hills.
The Peninsula is the better option if an on-site spa and tranquil evenings matter.

Andaz West Hollywood places you on Sunset Strip steps from clubs, music venues and late-night options.

The Peninsula Beverly Hills offers villa and suite options, limo/town-car service, and a full-service spa.

Andaz’s heated rooftop pool and The Sundeck deliver panoramic views of LA and a social rooftop vibe.

The Peninsula has four restaurants including The Belvedere and 24-hour room service for refined dining choices.
Andaz West Hollywood—it's on the Sunset Strip with bars, clubs and comedy venues within steps.
The Peninsula Beverly Hills has a full-service spa. Andaz West Hollywood does not have a traditional on-site spa but can arrange in-room treatments through partners.
No. Both hotels accept guests of all ages; Andaz explicitly welcomes families and the Peninsula lists family-friendly policies.
The Peninsula Beverly Hills—it’s positioned for residential calm, attentive service, and villa-style options.
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