Travel In LA To: Shop

Los Angeles has some of the best, and most varied, shopping in the world. Whether you're after high-class boutiques, back-alley bargains or mass commerce, LA's got it. These are our top hotel picks for those who care less about the thread count on the bed than proximity of said bed to serious shopping. —Katherine Spiers

Beverly Wilshire Hotel

It's on Rodeo Drive. Still not convinced? The restaurant's street-facing patio is a perfect place to unwind, people-watch, and choose from a selection of artisanal bottled waters.

Beverly Laurel Motor Hotel

This motel is certainly not fancy, but it does free up your budget for indulging in the highly regarded design boutiques along Beverly Boulevard.

Sofitel Los Angeles

With a location directly across from the Beverly Center and a few coupons on hand for guests shopping there, Sofitel may be the perfect place for those indulging in a little H&Mania. Guests with streetside rooms can fall asleep soothed by the view of the shopping monolith.

The Orlando Hotel

This small, unobtrusive hotel with an amazing restaurant is practically equidistant to the Beverly Center and The Grove. (Hint: hit the Beverly Center early, then enjoy the afternoon sun at The Grove.)

The Ambrose

Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade has a hard-to-find Benetton, an enormous Anthropologie, and countless small boutiques. Guests at the nearby Ambrose should bring their own canvas shopping bags.

Millennium Biltmore Hotel

Santee Alley, anyone? The US mecca of suspiciously cheap designer accessories is Downtown's most well-known shopping area. Now, on to dinner: Asian fusion at the Biltmore's Sai Sai, or a bacon-wrapped hot dog from a street vendor?

The Standard Downtown LA

Savvy shoppers hit up Downtown's Fashion and Jewelry districts for steep discounts on quality materials. Savvy clubbers know The Standard's rooftop bar is still one of the best upscale Downtown options. And hotel guests are guaranteed access.

Magic Castle Hotel

Shopping isn't always about designer labels and upscale brands. Sometimes you just want a miniature Oscar and a Hollywood T-shirt. The Magic Castle Hotel is just a few blocks from the tchotcke wonderland of Hollywood & Highland.

Farmer's Daughter

The Grove's across the street. Melrose is up the street. Which way to turn?

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The Culver Hotel

Culver City's art scene draws collectors from all over the world. As the only charming hotel in town, The Culver has a lock on visiting art buyers. See how your new piece looks above John Wayne's round bed.