Is 1 Hotel West Hollywood worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — 1 Hotel West Hollywood is worth it if you want a modern, sustainability-minded hotel on the Sunset Strip with a heated rooftop pool, several on-site dining options, and a full wellness and fitness program. It’s less compelling if you’re looking for low rates (expect extra mandatory fees and valet parking charges) or if you need large on-site children’s programs.
In this guide
Location — on the Sunset Strip
1 Hotel West Hollywood sits at 8490 Sunset Blvd on the Sunset Strip, putting nightlife, clubs, and restaurants a short walk from the front door. The hotel is within easy walking distance of places like the Comedy Store and close to major West Hollywood streets for shopping and nightlife.
Because it’s on Sunset Boulevard, the hotel is convenient for getting to Hollywood sights, Beverly Hills shopping, and museums by car; public transit and complimentary local shuttle options also help short trips around WeHo.
- Address: 8490 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
- Sunset Strip: about a 1-minute walk
- Walking access to comedy and live-music venues; short drives to Hollywood and Beverly Hills
| Nearby spot | Typical access |
|---|---|
| Sunset Strip | 1-minute walk |
| Hollywood Boulevard / Walk of Fame | Short walk / quick drive |
| Beverly Center / Rodeo Drive | Short drive |
Rooms & suites — variety and nature-led design
Room design follows the brand’s nature-inspired aesthetic; rooms range from compact guest rooms to multiroom suites with city views. Exact room and suite names include City Room, Loft Suite, One Bedroom Suite, Panoramic One Bedroom Suite, Skyline Two Double, Skyline King, Studio Suite, La Cienega Room, Hills House, and Canyon House.
If you want floor-to-ceiling views and extra living space, consider a Panoramic One Bedroom Suite or One Bedroom Suite; City Room and Skyline King are the standard king-room options for single-room stays.
- Room names (examples): City Room; Skyline King; Skyline Two Double; Studio Suite; Loft Suite; One Bedroom Suite; Panoramic One Bedroom Suite; La Cienega Room; Hills House; Canyon House
- Total rooms: about 283–285 rooms reported
| Category | Typical bed setup |
|---|---|
| City Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Skyline King / Skyline Two Double | 1 King Bed / 2 Double Beds |
| One- and Panoramic One Bedroom Suite | 1 King Bed with separate living area |
Dining & bars — on-site options for most meals
On-site choices cover breakfast and lunch at 1 Kitchen (farm-to-table Southern California), cocktails and small plates at Juniper Lounge and Garden on the lobby level, and Harriet’s Rooftop for drinks and pan-Asian–inspired plates in the evenings. In-room dining is also available daily within set hours.
Service hours vary by venue; 1 Kitchen serves breakfast and lunch daily, Juniper opens in the mid-afternoon and evening, and Harriet’s Rooftop runs later evenings with an upscale-casual dress code.
- 1 Kitchen — daily 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (breakfast & lunch)
- Juniper Lounge and Garden — evenings (opens around 3:00 p.m.)
- Harriet’s Rooftop — evening rooftop bar/restaurant with panoramic views (hours vary by day)
- In-Room Dining available (hours posted by the hotel)
| Venue | What it serves |
|---|---|
| 1 Kitchen | Farm-to-table breakfast & lunch |
| Juniper Lounge and Garden | Cocktails & light bites |
| Harriet’s Rooftop | Cocktails & seasonal Pan-Asian plates |
Pool & rooftop — heated pool with skyline views
The hotel’s heated outdoor rooftop pool is open daily from 8:00 AM until sunset and offers skyline views. The deck includes lounge chairs, a Pool Bar, and private cabana rentals.
Pool access and deck seating are for registered guests only; the deck operates on a no-reservations basis for chairs and enforces time limits on unattended chairs. Pets are not allowed on the pool deck and professional photography is restricted there.
- Pool hours: daily 8:00 AM until sunset
- Pool Bar hours vary by day (weekday and weekend schedules in hotel materials)
- Private cabanas available to rent
- Rules: chairs for registered guests, no pets on deck, no professional photography
| Pool feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Heated | Yes |
| Access | Registered guests |
| Hours | 8:00 AM–sunset |
Wellness, fitness & spa
The Field House Gym is open 24 hours and includes cardio and weight equipment such as treadmills, ellipticals, Peloton bikes, a StairMaster, a SkiErg, free weights, a squat rack, and a turf training area. The property offers complimentary weekly group fitness classes (Alo Moves) and on-request personal training.
Bamford Wellness Spa (East Tower, 2nd floor) runs a menu of treatments including an 80-minute Bamford Signature Treatment and other facials and massages. The spa operates on scheduled hours and offers enhancements like red light therapy; it also has five treatment rooms and a couples room.
- Field House Gym — open 24 hours for guests
- Complimentary weekly fitness classes and monthly sound-bath sessions
- Bamford Wellness Spa — signature 80-minute Bamford Signature Treatment listed by the hotel
| Wellness option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Field House Gym | 24-hour access; varied equipment |
| Bamford Wellness Spa | Multiple treatment rooms; appointments required |
| Fitness classes | Complimentary weekly classes by Alo Moves |
Practical matters — fees, parking, pets and accessibility
Expect a mandatory nightly resort fee that includes fitness access, fitness/yoga classes, in-room coffee, and pool access; this fee is charged in addition to the room rate. Valet parking is available for a surcharge (no free self-parking is listed) and there is an on-site EV charging station.
The hotel is family-friendly (children welcome) but the primary booking guest must be at least 18 to check in. Pets are allowed (dogs only, typically up to two per room) with differing reports on whether a pet fee applies — the hotel’s own materials say no fee while some booking sites list a fee. Service animals are allowed per ADA rules.
- Mandatory resort fee covers fitness access, classes, in-room coffee, and pool access (charged separately from the rate)
- Valet parking only (surcharge; in-and-out privileges noted)
- Pets: dogs allowed (up to two), pets not allowed on pool deck; check current pet-fee policy before booking
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum primary guest age to check in: 18; photo ID and credit card matching the booking required
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Mandatory nightly fee; includes fitness and pool access |
| Parking | Valet parking for a surcharge; EV charging available |
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 12:00 PM |
Who should (and shouldn’t) stay here
Good fit: travelers who want a central Sunset Strip location, rooftop pool with city views, on-site dining and cocktail spots, and a strong fitness/spa program. The hotel’s sustainability-focused design and organic dining will appeal to guests who prioritize that approach.
Less good fit: budget travelers concerned about additional nightly fees and valet parking costs, or families seeking extensive children’s programming (there’s no kids club and no separate children’s pool). If you need free self-parking or large on-site children’s facilities, this property may not meet those needs.
- Best for: couples, solo travelers, wellness-minded guests, visitors to Hollywood/WeHo nightlife
- Not ideal for: travelers wanting minimal added fees, families seeking on-site children’s entertainment programs
| Guest type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Wellness / fitness guests | High |
| Budget travelers | Low |
| Families with young children wanting activities | Moderate (children welcome but no kids club) |
