EDITOR PICKS: BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES

The Standard is an L.A. institution, housing three bars and lounges, a restaurant, lively coffee shop, pool and rooftop terrace. Rooms are spacious and have minibars, blackout shades and premium bedding. Walt Disney Concert Hall, Microsoft Theater, Staples Center, and the Los Angeles Convention Center are all within a 15-minute walk from the hotel. There’s primo people-watching at the poolside bar, and on-site salon for when you want to hit the streets. Dogs stay free at The Standard, so you can even enjoy the city with your furry friend.

Located in the historic United Artists Building, Ace Hotel has a decidedly boutique feel. Rooms come with all the standard creature comforts—including flat screen televisions and minibars—but music lovers will appreciate the Revo radios, Rega turntables or Martin acoustic guitars as well. The rooftop bar and swimming pool is an ideal hangout spot. Staples Center, LA Fashion District and Los Angeles Convention Center are all with five minutes driving. The hotel is close to museums, shopping, food and entertainment.

This 67-room boutique hotel is located in the heart of L.A.’s blossoming financial district. A modern oasis with a vintage flair—the historic building was constructed in 1925— O Hotel is within easy walking distance of Staples Center, Pershing Square, L.A. Live, and Los Angeles Convention Center. Bar | Kitchen, the hotel’s seasonal American restaurant, serves lunch, dinner, room service, and has a happy hour. Frais Spa offers pampering services like massages, pedicures, and waxing services. Rooms have flat screen televisions, minibars, work desks and iPod docking stations, and the hotel also has an on-site gym.