Out & About: The Best Rooftop Pools in L.A.

It is halfway through summer. The temperature have hit peak perfect L.A. and all thats left to do is enjoy the season. Rather than head to you typical spots, why not elevate your daytime reprieve? Check out our list of the best rooftop pools throughout L.A. and have some fun in the summer sun!

The Standard Downtown LA

Location: 550 S. Flower St., Los Angeles 90071

Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, The Standard, hosts a summer rooftop pool party, popular with the downtown cool kids. The stunning views of downtown LA and the summertime chill vibes bring an ambiance of playfulness with sophistication.

WET Deck – W Hollywood

Location: 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood 90028

High above the iconic intersection of Hollywood and Vine, at the W Hollywood is a laid-back scene, complete with your own lounge chair or private luxury cabana. During summer weekends, WET Deck is a high-energy adult environment. Splash Night Fridays is an exclusive and unique rooftop pool party with two full bars and feature A-List DJs. WET Deck is open to the public with a door charge and the pool will be open the whole night.  Every Friday until September 9 from 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.

The Sundeck – Andaz West Hollywood

Location: 8401 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood 90069

Once a landmark West Hollywood hotel, famous for its rock ‘n roll parties hosted by celebrities like The Rolling Stones, The Who and Led Zeppelin, is now a 239-room hotel with spectacular views of the Hollywood Hills. The Sundeck, the rooftop oasis features weekend DJs and VIP bottle service. Hotel guests can soak up the California sun, grab a table or chaise around the sparkling pool and enjoy views of the city at sunset.

The London-West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

Location: 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood 90069

The London West Hollywood, garden-inspired rooftop pool deck offers private cabanas, a separate fire pit, as well as cocktails and light bites. The pool offers sweeping panoramic views of West Hollywood except it is only open to hotel guests, but locals can experience the scene by renting a poolside cabana for the day.The London just unveiled its summer rooftop programming, the series includes Ice Cream Sundays serving up exotic flavors, Tuesday Crystal Cocktails featuring drinks inspired by different stones, and live music Wednesdays.

Skybar – Mondrian Los Angeles

Location: 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood 90069

The Mondrian’s pool boasts views of L.A. that few hotels can match. The gorgeous pool and the beats provided by the famed Skybar brings a sophistication to the Mondrian’s sky-high layout. Their summer series XIV Summer Sessions on Sunday’s has become a ritual for the elite city-dwellers. XIV Summer Sessions happens every Sunday from 2-10pm until September.

The Hotel Wilshire

Location: 6317 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90048

The sleek and modern terrace with private cabanas at the rooftop pool at Hotel Wilshire is a destination in itself. Because of the panoramic views of the city, you can take a selfie with the iconic Hollywood Sign.

Enjoy American comfort food and creative cocktails from The Roof on Wilshire. The comfortable seating and the intimate fire pits create a warm atmosphere to kick it with friends.

Montage Beverly Hills

Location: 225 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills 90210

Guests of the Montage Beverly Hills can enjoy access to this rooftop oasis, complete with a saline swimming pool and whirlpool. The Rooftop Grill and lush landscaping are set against the backdrop of panoramic views of the Beverly Hills cityscape and the Hollywood hills. Private cabanas feature flat screen TVs, magazines, complimentary wifi, a fresh fruit bowl, drinks, and appetizers from The Rooftop Grill.

Dream Hollywood

Location: 6417 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028

Hollywood’s new hotel, Dream Hollywood has finally opened its doors and has already established itself as the “it” pool. Held atop the hotel’s 11,000 square foot rooftop, at The Highlight Room, the pool boasts priceless views of the LA skyline and offers guests luxurious private cabanas so they can sit back while enjoying a light menu and handcrafted refreshments. The hotel hosts pool parties all weekend long featuring guest DJ sets, a high energy pool party with club vibes, featuring world renowned talent.