The Hoxton, Downtown LA

With the hotel located in the heart of Downtown, expect plenty of hustle and bustle, as well as spots that are more than a little rough around the edges – the vibe here is distinctly grittier than Beverly Hills, but all the better for soaking up the city’s vibrant energy.

Surrounded by handsome high-rises and soaring skyscrapers, this is one of LA’s only truly walkable neighbourhoods, with numerous coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants to explore nearby.

Up until recently, Downtown LA was strictly for business travellers, but these days you’ll find LA’s most talked-about new restaurants and contemporary art galleries in this bustling, skyscraper-filled neighbourhood. It’s one of the only truly walkable areas in LA, but be warned that the vibe here is distinctly grittier than Beverly Hills.