Sawtelle Japantown Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
This part amusement park, part film and TV studio is packed with action and excitement for all the family.
Venice Beach
Escape from the bustle of the city and find respite on the beautiful sun kissed shores on this quirky urban shoreline.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Santa Monica Pier
This sun kissed beachside boardwalk boasts a vibrant carnival atmosphere and a history that dates back over century.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Top hotels in Sawtelle Japantown
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"The valley"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The LINE Hotel
"lots of added costs -everything overpriced-in a poor area"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
"Staff was helpful"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Freehand Los Angeles
"Very well appointed hotel, beautiful lobby and rooftop bar and pool. Staff is excellent, very helpful. Our room was nice, but the window sills, blinds, and bedside table surfaces were very dusty. Even when they came and made the bed and refreshed towels, they never dusted any surfaces. Weird. Good ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
"It was a good place to stay overnight. Convenient"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Sawtelle Japantown
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
