Need to know

Rooms

137; two suites.

Rates

US$160–US$650.

Check-out

2pm. You can sometimes check out even later, although this is subject to availability and there may be a half-day charge.

Facilities

King-size platform beds, free cable Internet connection and minibars in rooms; shop, barber, front-desk DJ, WiFi, performance art, valet parking.

Poolside

The heated pool on the rooftop is generously accessorised with Richard Schultz loungers and inflatable water toys – and surrounded by blue astroturf.

Children

The Standard is not particularly suited to families, but baby cots can be provided free of charge and babysitting can be arranged. Rates start at $15 an hour, with a four-hour minimum booking.

Hotel closed

Doors are open 365 days a year.

Also

You can have an extra bed in the room for US$50 a night. Small pets are welcome; there's a non-refundable post-pet cleaning charge of US$100 charge. There are some smoking rooms, otherwise smoking is only permitted in outdoor areas.

In the know

Our favourite rooms

The popular 'X-Large' corner rooms – they're bigger and have great balconies. 'Sunset' rooms on the second and third floors have views of Sunset Boulevard and the Hollywood hills; most have a balcony or patio. 'Medium' rooms all have a patio or balcony, and more attractive views over the city or poolside; go for a city view if you want a quieter room, as rooms facing the pool can be noisy. 'Large' rooms have two double beds and private balconies with LA views to die for. The suites are killer, with wrap-around balconies, panoramic city views and a shower big enough to throw a small party in.

Packing tips

Lots of swimwear. Leave the suit at home, you'll feel totally out of place wearing one here. Massive shades, however, are vital for poolside and street cred.

Food & drink

Hotel restaurant

The restaurant, just off the lobby near the hotel entrance, is styled as an ultra-hip diner, with overstuffed leather booth seating and a high counter and dishes up international comfort food, from sushi to lasagne via the great American burger.

Dress code

Keep it casual – and a little bit sexy.

Top table

Cosy up in one of the semi-circular booths, or take a poolside café table in the glorious Californian sunshine.

Last orders

The bar winds it down at 1.30am, but the diner stays open 24/7.

Room service

24 hours, with the same menu as the diner.

Hotel bar

The Standard Lounge's subtle 70s disco vibe has made it a popular postmodern venue with the beautiful people of LA. Laid-back tunes and live DJs make those signature martinis slip down dangerously fast.

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Smith concierge

If you'd prefer to talk to someone, or don't want to book online, call our travel team on 1 866 610 3867. We guarantee you’ll get the best available rates, and we don’t charge a booking fee.

The Standard Hollywood

8300 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, California