From the rooftop pools in West Hollywood to the hipster and leather bars in Silver Lake, we have the inside guide on the best places to stay and play in Gay LA.
Partying in West Hollywood, the No 1 gay destination in the USA.
Los Angeles is a city filled with dreams and opportunities! The city offers an unending choice of parties, dining and places to stay to suit all tastes and budgets! This is your gay Disneyland.
The gay community’s influence in LA is legendary from film and television to music, fashion, art and design. Gay people are woven into the fabric of LA society in a way that few other cities can match, making their presence known in law, business, government and religion. Some of the city’s most high profile citizens are out and proud. A heritage of tolerance has made LA gay-friendly to the core, making it one of our top destinations year after year.
Plan your day in advance, LA traffic is notorious and even a short trip can wind up taking 30 mins to an hour.
Getting around WeHo is easy, complete with rainbow crosswalks and easy to reach bars & restaurants.
Most gay visitors tend to choose WeHo; however, Silver Lake and Downtown LA are also popular options.
Stay in West Hollywood, close to the city’s best gay nightlife options and home to fabulous rooftop pools.
Los Angeles boasts a very diverse gay community, though there is a bit of an east-side vs west-side split between them.
WeHo is of the most pristine, well-kept and quaintest areas in the city, it’s also one of the liveliest, with many well-known bars (Mickey’s, the Abbey), restaurants (Hamburger Mary’s, La Boheme) and gyms (Equinox West Hollywood). It’s also home to several cafes and coffee shops. Just watch out for gym bunnies crossing the street.
The following hotels are currently popular with our readers.
Our readers top choice in WeHo rated “Superb”.
Iconic hotel with Hollywood Style, Rated 8.4
Stylish, very gay-friendly option, rates “Fabulous”
WeHo Bars are full of eye candy every night of the week! Sweet.
West Hollywood is one of the most famous gay neighbourhoods globally, nestled between Robertson and La Cienega on Santa Monica Blvd.
9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Known as “The Pink Palace,” this luxury hotel on Sunset Boulevard features full-service Spa and a beautiful outdoor pool. Downtown Beverly Hills is just 1.6 km away.
The bright and elegant rooms of The Beverly Hills Hotel feature marble bathrooms and 2 TVs. A minibar, coffee maker and ironing facilities are included.
The Polo Lounge at the hotel is a popular dining place for celebrities. The poolside The Cabana Café, the 1950s-style Fountain Coffee Room and the Bar Nineteen 12 are also open.
9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
This 5-star hotel is located on a residential street in , within of . The hotel offers a , spa services and spacious guest . Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.
in a Maserati is offered to guests of . A daily newspaper, a flat-screen TV and DVD player in provided in every guest room. Signature bath amenities and high-quality linens are also included in each room.
9882 S Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
1200 Alta Loma Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
The Hotel Los Angeles is located in the heart of West Hollywood. Hidden away in a tree lined cul-de-sac, it is just steps from the famed sidewalks of the in West Hollywood. The property boasts 2 outdoor pools and an on-site .
Villas at the property include unique amenities like private lifts, kitchens,dining rooms, televisions, and living rooms. Suites include similar amenities with toiletries and Bluetooth enabled mobile speakers.
8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Offering a private with stunning views of Los Angeles, a saltwater and indoor/outdoor seating, this elegant 4-star hotel is within one kilometer of the Sunset Strip.
Each spacious suite at Petit Ermitage is equipped with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and iPod docking station. All classically furnished rooms also include luxurious linens and goose down pillows.
733 N W Knoll Dr, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Discover an urban oasis and ultimate relaxation at this luxury boutique hotel, located in the heart of city centre. Enjoy elegant amenities and state-of-the-art , seconds from the action of the city.
Le Parc Suite Hotel features numerous modern amenities and facilities. Guests can experience the beautiful city from the hotel's roof, equipped with tennis courts, a swimming pool and a sun deck.
8400 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Located on ’s , this hotel offers an outdoor and is 10 minutes’ drive away from the Walk of Fame. A hot American breakfast buffet is provided daily.
Rooms feature and HD cable TV. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker are provided in all rooms at the Best Western Plus Plaza Hotel. Each room is warmly decorated and includes a work desk and clock radio.
924 Palm Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Wonderfully located small but adorable 1 bedroom in the heart of West Hollywood. You can walk to cafes and restaurants, to the grocery store. Fully quipped kitchen, bathroom with shower and a swimming pool
960 Larrabee St, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Offering free WiFi and free private parking the Heart of West Hollywood apartment Los Angeles offers modern apartments with 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms a living room and fully equipped kitchen
8500 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
fully furnished luxury apartments in West Hollywood feature floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary architectural details, designer furnishings, and dazzling views of the area. Outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre
9058 Lloyd Pl, West Hollywood, CA 90069
The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Free WiFi and private Parking
8809 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, California 90069
Trunks is West Hollywood's traditional gay sports bar. We are the friendly, no attitude spot for cocktails, and a short walk from several other gay bars in the area. After 25 years, we're still the place for fun times and good cocktails. One visit and you'll feel like you've been coming for years. We Have Added Delightful New Outdoor Patio
692 North Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
A favorite of celebrities, locals and tourists alike, there is no better place to meet old friends, make new ones, enjoy a generous 10-ounce martini, eat a delicious meal by Chef Ruben and just kick back and have fun. Known as a West Hollywood institution, home of the Gay Walk of Fame, Elizabeth Taylor’s favorite pub, and a community center, The Abbey is one of the premier outdoor cocktail and dining experiences in Los Angeles.
8933 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, California 90069
this gay offers Great food, great beer selection, great people watching
8939 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, California 90069
The Bayou might seem like just another bar amongst the Santa Monica Blvd. chaos, but rest assured, it’s very special. This New Orleans-themed dive is where egos go to die and misguided shots of vodka go to live their best gay life.
8851 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, California 90069
A West Hollywood institution for gays since the 80’s, Revolver Video Bar is a favorite destination where friends can catch up over cocktails while watching one-of-a-kind music videos. Named for its revolving front door where guests funnel in and out of the popular spot, the new Revolver Video Bar is once again putting a new spin on West Hollywood nightlife.
8737 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069, USA
Popular gay sports bar with drink specals
8945 CA-2, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States
8737 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States
Good Time Neighborhood Gay Bar always a good nightout
8865 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069-4534
Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to enjoy amazing food and drinks in a fun atmosphere that is filled with upbeat party hits on our sound-system ALL day and ALL night!
Our original West Hollywood location is in the heart of Boy’s Town with a sidewalk AND a rooftop patio that’s perfect for people watching at the corner of Santa Monica & San Vicente blvd.
8928 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States
Energetic, bi-level gay club with neon lights with DJs, happy hours, beers & slushies.
8857 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States
Big gay night club with DJs and event nights
8857 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90069-4534,
First opening its doors in 1989, Micky’s nightclub and gay bar has established itself as the go-to venue for strong drinks, great music, and delicious eye candy. Micky’s is one of the longest running, most successful, gay owned and operated nightclubs. It continues to please the crowd with top-notch DJs, state of the art audio & visual elements, and a modern atmosphere. Night after night, guests are awed by the experience that Micky’s provides,
8944 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, Los Angeles California, USA
The drinks are always strong in this easy going, laid back gay bar, West Hollywood hot spot right around the corner from The Abbey.
Edgy vibe. Worth exploring!
Don’t miss the Sunday beer busts in the gardens of Silver Lake’s gay bars.
A hilly, eclectic, and historic neighbourhood north of Downtown, east of Hollywood, and south of Griffith Park, Silver Lake has long been at the core of LA’s gay rights movement.
LA’s original gay enclave is the Silver Lake neighbourhood, northwest of Downtown LA. Trendsetters have long mixed with a substantial Latino population, and today its rolling hills are lined with pillbox-sized homes, hip clubs and eateries, Salvadoran pupuserias and trendy, friendly bars.
From Los Feliz, down to Silver Lake, over to Echo Park, and now, even into the reaches of Koreatown, the hipster chic style has run rampant and transformed these once humble neighbourhoods into some of the city’s most sought after real estate.
Get started at Sunset Junction, where Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards meet Fountain Avenue.
Hip, up and coming!
Downtown LA plays host to the Bearracuda and Megawoof Bear Circuit Events.
Once thought of as a neighbourhood that shut down after dark, Downtown is now a nightlife hub.
Evolving from its humble beginning as a tiny adobe settlement in 1781, Downtown Los Angeles has become a highly desirable global metropolis. Downtown LA has become a new “gayborhood” with stylish bars and excellent dining options, plus some great entertainment options.
While divey Mexican gay bar the New Jalisco has been around for years, several new gay establishments have opened their doors over the past few years.
World Famous Dining Awaits. During peak season, some restaurants require reservations a week in advance, so plan accordingly.
Enjoy a light bite on the wraparound balcony at Rocco’s, or go for fine dining in one of the city’s world class restaurants.
Los Angeles is one of the most incredible places for food in America, primarily because of its endless variety of cuisines and astonishing produce, talented chefs, and keen restaurateurs that create quality dining experiences.
Perhaps more than any other LA neighbourhood, West Hollywood offers a wide range of dining options. From serious chef-driven restaurants to clever casual dining, WeHo will sate your appetite in style. You’ll see gays dining everywhere and a few eateries where they are the noticeable majority.
Treat Yourself! Catch LA
Spend the afternoon! – Eataly LA
A quick bite? – Standing Room
Something French? – Petit Trois
A few beaches stand out as gay beaches in Southern California. They are spread along the coast from San Diego to the north of Los Angeles. Some of the beaches are pretty large, so we will try to direct you to the gay sections of the beaches.
You’ll find the gay section of Venice City Beach in front of the Venice Skate Park near Market Street and Ocean Front Walk. This beach is nearly a mile north of the Venice Pier.
Often lovingly referred to as “Ginger Rogers”, this beach is the only gay locale within the city limits (and accessible by public transportation: Santa Monica Blue Bus 9).
West Street Beach is the closest thing to a true gay beach in SoCal, but there will be some straights there. It’s a busy beach as the cove isn’t huge, and it draws people from all over Orange County. Clothing is required.
MTV did this beautiful beachside community a disservice with the disturbing reality show of the same name. Even so, it remains a great place to visit. Many LA gay guys trek here to see everyone they would otherwise see at the Abbey or Cherry Pop.
The portion of Santa Monica State Beach in front of Dorothy Green Park is a gay hangout, and it’s located near lifeguard tower 26. The best parking is in Public Parking Lot 5 South off Bernard Way. You’ll find more volleyball courts and another Perry’s Cafe, which also has rentals including bikes, tandems, surfboards, and beach chairs. Clothing is required.
The beaches of Malibu are considered gay-friendly. Many of them are hidden in Malibu, but others are pretty popular. The best-known gay-friendly beaches in Malibu are Zuma, El Matador, La Piedra, and Surfrider Beach near the Malibu Pier. Clothing is required at all Malibu beaches.
El Matador (Part of Robert H. Meyer State Beach): Malibu, a hidden cove, is on the western outskirts of Malibu.
LA’s gay party scene is world famous. From Tea Dances to epic Circuit Weekends, discover the best gay events to attend with our comprehensive guide.
Events not to miss include the LA Leather Weekend (March) , Weho and Los Angeles Pride (June), Fred & Jason’s Pool Party (July) and Halloweenie Event (October) and the epic Masterbeat NYE Countdown in December.
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Marvel at Los Angeles’ Museum Row
Get animated with Mickey and Minnie.
See the sights of Hollywood.
Go to the Griffith Observatory
Universal Studios Tour
Hitch a ride on the tram to the Getty Centre
In its billion-dollar, in-the-clouds perch, high above the city grit and grime, the Getty Center presents triple delights:
You can add breathtaking views of the city and ocean on clear days to the list. A great time to visit is in the late afternoon after the crowds have thinned. Sunsets create remarkable alchemy of light and shadow and are especially magical in winter.
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