A poolside bar, a terrace, and an art gallery on site are just a few of the amenities provided at The Shay Hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Mexican cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe.
Located in Lucerne - Higuera neighborhood, The Shay Hotel is connected to a rail/subway station. Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and Hollywood Sign are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Brothers Studio. Traveling with kids? Make time for Griffith Observatory, or check out an event or a game at Kia Forum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Culver City travel guide
8801 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90232
What's nearby
Robertson Boulevard
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sony Pictures Animation
7 min walk - 0.6 km
The Umbrella
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hayden Tract
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Sony Pictures Studios
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Culver City Station
2 min walk
Los Angeles Cal State Station
17 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)
31 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's
7 min walk
Starbucks
7 min walk
Del Taco
5 min walk
Bianca
2 min walk
Los Angeles Ale Works
1 min walk
About this property
The Shay Hotel
Upscale family-friendly hotel connected to a rail/subway station
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and an art gallery on site at The Shay Hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Mexican cuisine. In addition to a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in, and bicycle parking
An elevator, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 148 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
55-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and coffee/tea makers
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at The Shay Hotel?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shay Hotel on Nov 22, 2026 start from CA $405, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Shay Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 55.00 per night.
What time is check-in at The Shay Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Shay Hotel?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is The Shay Hotel located?
This family-friendly Culver City hotel is located in the historical district, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sony Pictures Studios, Fox Studio Lot and Wilshire Boulevard. Venice Beach and La Brea Tar Pits are also within 6 mi (10 km). Culver City Station is only a 2-minute walk and La Cienega/Jefferson Station is 17 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Shay Hotel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The staff at the front desk made our staff remarkable! 10/10 experience! We upgraded our room and had a balcony which made this birthday trip even better.
We had a wonderful stay. The service was consistently friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. The room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, with excellent blackout curtains and a cozy bed that made for great sleep. We especially appreciated the thoughtful amenities, including the daily replenished bottled water and the in-room clothes steamer.
The rooftop pool was a highlight of the stay and a great place to relax. The location was also fantastic, making it easy to get to both Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica via Uber or Metro. Overall, this hotel exceeded our expectations, and we would happily stay here again.
This is honestly one of those rare gems that doesn't exist anymore. This hotel is so exceptional, I was waiting for the other shoe to drop. We arrived at midnight and the front desk attendant and valet were exceptionally kind and accommodating. Our room was immaculate, the fireplace and amenities flawless. The location is convenient, quaint, and easy to navigate. I don't want people to find out about this place because it's too good! I don't think I'll stay anywhere else in Los Angeles ever again.
The staff was very friendly and helped me find the things I was looking for during my stay. The room was great with a very nice balcony. Great shower in the room. The gym was perfect for a quick workout before my event at the Culver Theater. Before I left the staff helped me ship home an item that was too large to carry on the plane. There is a barista at the front lobby and the rooftop restaurant had a very cool vibe.
I would stay here again.
The only criticism of the Shay is they don't market their rooftop well enough - it's awesome!
Delicious food and drinks and stunning views.
The Shay is handy for the metro and there are a good selection of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Antonia
Feb 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff. Great roof pool . We had a great afternoon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ayanna
Oct 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great stay. centrally located. would definitely recommend for a trip to LA
In all my years of travel, this could be the nicest hotel I’ve ever stayed in… the staff was amazing… the rooms clean…. And in such a great spot ….right in the middle of tons of restaurants, great food and entertainment..
I arrived in California early because we had a full day planned, and my son also had some work he needed to get done. We made it to the hotel around 11:30 a.m., so I asked if there was any chance of an early check-in. To my surprise, they checked us in RIGHT AWAY at 11:30am with no extra charge! I honestly don’t think I’ve ever stayed at a hotel that accommodated an early check-in that early without charging a fee. That alone started our stay off on the right foot!
The gentleman who checked us in was such a delight. I wish I could remember his name because he deserves recognition! He was kind, welcoming, professional, and genuinely pleasant. What really confirmed the level of service for me was later at the pool, when another guest randomly mentioned how great the staff was during a general conversation. When other guests are saying the same thing without even being asked, you know the customer service is TOP-NOTCH.
The rooms were very nice, and I absolutely loved the elegant rooftop and pool area. The hotel is also in a GREAT central location close to the airport and within a reasonable distance of Universal Studios, Santa Monica Beach, and other places we wanted to visit.
My only disappointment was the carne asada tacos at butterfly restaurant at the pool- definitely needed more flavor and seasoning, but honestly, that was the only real downside of my stay.
Overall, I was extremely pleased with this hotel.
The front desk staff were very welcoming and professional. The hotel was very clean and well maintained. The hotel had lobby was really nice and had a pool table in the game room!
Everything about the hotel was fantastic. Staff were amazing. The restaurants were both great and the decor and set up of the hotel was wonderful too.
Perfect base for some LA fun with the kids.