Koreatown

Los Angeles
Koreatown
This trendy neighborhood is known for its diverse cultural heritage, 24-hour nightlife and eclectic entertainment options.

Los Angeles is touted as having the largest population of Koreans outside of Korea itself and many of them live in Koreatown. Shaped by three generations of Korean and Latino immigrants, this 3-square-mile (7-square-kilometer) community has a lively collection of bars, restaurants, shops and spas. Admire art deco buildings, sample Korean specialties and sing your favorite tunes at lively karaoke bars.

Look inside Koreatown Plaza, a quirky 1980s-style shopping mall that offers an interesting mix of upscale brands and ethnic shops. You’ll find international brands like United Colors of Benetton and Jacadi, as well as a busy lower-level food court filled with Korean noodle shops and bakeries.

Walk past the distinctive blue-green tower of the Pellissier Building, which is considered to be one of the country’s finest examples of art deco architecture. The Pellissier Building and the adjoining Wiltern Theater belong to the U.S.  National Register of Historic Places. Find out if any events are taking place at the Wiltern during your stay. Performances range from comedy acts to indie-rock bands here, in one of the largest theaters in LA.

Try traditional Korean dishes like bibimbap, a bowl of rice with seasoned vegetables, chili pepper paste and soy sauce, and galbi, which is beef short ribs. Take advantage of the neighborhood’s numerous affordable spas, many of which offer saunas, mud spas, hot tubs and cold pools, as well as a variety of treatment options.

No trip to Koreatown is complete without experiencing its famous nightlife. Koreatown is said to have the highest concentration of restaurants and nightclubs in all of Southern California, many of which are open 24 hours. An iconic Korean pastime, karaoke clubs are particularly popular. Look for noraebang (private karaoke rooms) where you can sing with a group of friends as well as American-style karaoke clubs with larger audiences.

Koreatown is located west of downtown Los Angeles, loosely defined by borders at Western and Vermont and Beverly and Olympic streets. The neighborhood is quite large. Access the area via a number of different metro stops, including Wilshire/Vermont and Wilshire/Western stations.


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Koreatown Hotel Deals

The LINE Hotel
The LINE Hotel
4 out of 5
3515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is CA $175 per night from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22
CA $175
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,170 reviews)
"Very funky property, surrounding area is sketchy"

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2024

The LINE Hotel
H Hotel
H Hotel
3 out of 5
Los Angeles
The price is CA $154 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $154
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (767 reviews)
"The hotel's clean and trendy ambiance, coupled with Chris's exceptional service, made for an unforgettable experience."

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

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Hotel Normandie
Hotel Normandie
3.5 out of 5
605 S. Normandie Ave, Los Angeles, CA
The price is CA $241 per night from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12
CA $241
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"I can hear all the noises from outside. But everything else was okay. Between every room was properly soundproofed."

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

Hotel Normandie
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is CA $126 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $126
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6/10 (5,423 reviews)
Good Sleep, Bad Internet
"We just needed a spot to rest before an early flight. It’s close to the airport, and had a quick and easy shuttle. It’s quiet and clean, although our bathroom was a bit awkward (difficult to close the door behind you). The bottom of the bathroom door and the baseboards looked a bit worn/rough, and ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles
4 out of 5
416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA
The price is CA $171 per night from Apr. 10 to Apr. 11
CA $171
CA $242 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,356 reviews)
"Location & Ambience!"

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

Freehand Los Angeles
Hotel Burbank
Hotel Burbank
3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
The price is CA $190 per night from Apr. 14 to Apr. 15
CA $190
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Stay at this hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,650 reviews)
"Excellent stay at this property. There are many restaurants nearby even walking distance. The hotel was clean and upon entering staff itself were very helpful and great attitude. Definitely recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

Hotel Burbank
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Hollywood featuring a sunset, a city and street scenes

Hollywood

3.5/5(388 area reviews)

Hollywood is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Boulevard. See more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station.

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Silver Lake

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Silver Lake
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Fairfax District

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Travelers to Fairfax District praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Grove and CBS Television City.

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Los Feliz

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Boulevard or Griffith Park.

Los Feliz
If you were going to compile a roster of Koreatown's greatest hits, it would be unthinkable to leave out the Dong Chi Mi Gook Su at the Corner Place.
- Jonathan Gold, LA WEEKLY
There you go. Just try their signature cold noodle with high quality  meat serving since 1982.

Mid City

1.5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.

Mid City
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Downtown Los Angeles

3.5/5(427 area reviews)

Enjoy the great live music in Downtown Los Angeles. Crypto.com Arena is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more of Los Angeles.

Downtown Los Angeles


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