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But choosing a place to stay inLos Angelescan be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first visit.

The Los Angeles skyline, with palm trees, and a pink sky

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Trying to avoid traffic and stay somewhere without a car?

There’s a neighborhood for that.

Planning a family vacation, a couples' getaway, or a solo trip?

Room at the Kimpton Everly Hotel, in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles has you covered.

Here, the perfect neighborhood and hotel choices in L.A. for every kind of traveler.

The Best L.A. You’re looking for Los Feliz.

Manhattan Beach Pier

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“Don’t miss theHollywood Farmers' Marketon Sundays,” Kachroo-Levine added.

That said, a vacation rental may be the best way to go for families in this neighborhood.

Manhattan Beach boasts restaurant choices from casual to upscale, and its pier includes theRoundhouse, a free aquarium.

Westdrift Manhattan Beach hotel, in Los Angeles

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All 96 suites include a fireplace, balcony or patio, and continental breakfast.

A visit to the hotel’s spa is a lovely vacation indulgence.

LErmitage Beverly Hills

L’Ermitage Beverly Hillsis a sophisticated hideaway just steps from Rodeo Drive.

Entrance to the Beverly Wilshire. a Four Seasons Hotel

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It was named the best hotel in Greater Los Angeles in Travel _ Leisure’s World’s Best Awards.

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The Best L.A. Dine at upscale restaurants in skyscraper hotels or choose your favorite counter at the Grand Central Market.

So have other WeHo staples like the Troubadour or Largo at the Coronet.

The pool at the Hotel Bel-Air, voted one of the best city hotels in the United States

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After dinner, head to the property’s 100-seat live-music venue or its private bowling alley.

Are they interested in sightseeing, history, theater, music, beaches, or museums?

Do they enjoy being in an urban or somewhere less crowded setting?

Outdoor seating at Grand Central Market

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From Santa Monica, visitors can explore the mountains or enjoy nearby Venice Beach.

They can head downtown for the day and then back to watch the sun set over the ocean.

The hotel boasts the most ocean-view rooms in Santa Monica and an outstanding restaurant,Fig.

Downtown Los Angeles

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Room at the Hotel Figueroa in Los Angeles, California

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Interior of a lounge with fire pit at The Shay

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The pool at Viceroy Santa Monica hotel, voted one of the best city hotels in the United States

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