With longer days and warmer weather approaching, it’s time to get on the summer holiday planning.
Why not check out the young and energetic 1.9-square-mile city of West Hollywood during its 40th year?
From sun-kissed outdoor terraces for brunch to poolside parties like no other to celebrating the city’s 40th anniversary with 40 days of Pride the city has everything for travellers to make the most of the summer.
Celebrate the city’s 40th anniversary with 40 days of Pride
West Hollywood was incorporated as a city in 1984 with the nation’s first majority openly gay city council. Since then, West Hollywood has remained a bastion of progress and change that keeps the interests of its gay community close to its heart. With LGBTQ+ culture playing such a key role in the city’s history, what better way to celebrate 40 years than with 40 days of Pride! This year’s WeHo Pride runs till Sunday 30 June, with most of the festivities centred around West Hollywood Park. Highlights include the OUTLOUD Festival from 1-2 June featuring headliners Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monáe and Diplo, the iconic WEHO Pride Parade on 2 June and the WEHO Pride Arts Festival from 14-16 June. Book a stay at any of West Hollywood’s 20 fabulous hotels and be right in the centre of all the action.
Al fresco dining galore
Explore West Hollywood like a local and join in the city’s favourite pastime – eating outdoors. Those seeking a casual al fresco brunch can head to spots like Urth Caffé or Great White boasting great coffee and meat-free menus, or Cecconi’s, serving up handmade pastas and fresh seafood dishes on their outdoor terrace. After a day of exploring, wrap up the day at a glitzy rooftop bar like E.P. & L.P, a local favourite, or Harriet’s Rooftop located atop 1 Hotel West Hollywood on the Sunset Strip, for an evening of great drinks and an even better view.
Rock out by the poolside at Hotel Ziggy
Located on the Sunset Strip, Hotel Ziggy is the place to be during the summer months. Featuring a saltwater pool with live DJ sets, lounge chairs, bar service and swim up guest rooms, Hotel Ziggy is the ultimate destination for a music-filled poolside party. Every weekend throughout the summer, Hotel Ziggy plays host to high energy pool parties with live DJ performances, food and drinks. While the parties are ticketed, hotel guests have free admission. Hotel Ziggy is also the venue for We Found New Music’s Artists Discovery Concerts. The concerts are held regularly at Backbeat on Sunset – Hotel Ziggy’s premier music venue and admission is free. More information about the exciting summer time activities can be
