Koreatown

Los Angeles
Koreatown
Koreatown
Koreatown
Koreatown
Koreatown
This trendy neighborhood is known for its diverse cultural heritage, 24-hour nightlife and eclectic entertainment options.

Los Angeles is touted as having the largest population of Koreans outside of Korea itself and many of them live in Koreatown. Shaped by three generations of Korean and Latino immigrants, this 3-square-mile (7-square-kilometer) community has a lively collection of bars, restaurants, shops and spas. Admire art deco buildings, sample Korean specialties and sing your favorite tunes at lively karaoke bars.

Look inside Koreatown Plaza, a quirky 1980s-style shopping mall that offers an interesting mix of upscale brands and ethnic shops. You’ll find international brands like United Colors of Benetton and Jacadi, as well as a busy lower-level food court filled with Korean noodle shops and bakeries.

Walk past the distinctive blue-green tower of the Pellissier Building, which is considered to be one of the country’s finest examples of art deco architecture. The Pellissier Building and the adjoining Wiltern Theater belong to the U.S.  National Register of Historic Places. Find out if any events are taking place at the Wiltern during your stay. Performances range from comedy acts to indie-rock bands here, in one of the largest theaters in LA.

Try traditional Korean dishes like bibimbap, a bowl of rice with seasoned vegetables, chili pepper paste and soy sauce, and galbi, which is beef short ribs. Take advantage of the neighborhood’s numerous affordable spas, many of which offer saunas, mud spas, hot tubs and cold pools, as well as a variety of treatment options.

No trip to Koreatown is complete without experiencing its famous nightlife. Koreatown is said to have the highest concentration of restaurants and nightclubs in all of Southern California, many of which are open 24 hours. An iconic Korean pastime, karaoke clubs are particularly popular. Look for noraebang (private karaoke rooms) where you can sing with a group of friends as well as American-style karaoke clubs with larger audiences.

Koreatown is located west of downtown Los Angeles, loosely defined by borders at Western and Vermont and Beverly and Olympic streets. The neighborhood is quite large. Access the area via a number of different metro stops, including Wilshire/Vermont and Wilshire/Western stations.


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Top hotels in Koreatown

The LINE Hotel
The LINE Hotel
4 out of 5
3515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is P9,446 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
P9,446
P13,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,298 reviews)
"One of my favorite hotels in LA. Love the room design, the view of the hills, the coffee shop and bar, and proximity to the Eastside."

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

The LINE Hotel
H Hotel
H Hotel
3 out of 5
Los Angeles
The price is P5,940 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P5,940
P7,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
"Very small rooms and loud traffic in front of hotel also thin walls/ceilings that let you heat everything but it is close to a lot of good Korean cuisine. Definitely worth it if you want to be close to downtown in a safe but active neighborhood"

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

H Hotel
Hotel Normandie
Hotel Normandie
3.5 out of 5
605 S. Normandie Ave, Los Angeles, CA
The price is P8,862 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
P8,862
P10,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was great very helpful in finding the right place to park etc. along with all my other questions answered promptly and very professionally. The hotel was a lovely testament to days gone by. BUT very centrally located to the Wilturn Theatre for the concert we attended that evening. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Hotel Normandie
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is P5,469 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P5,469
P7,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
6/10 (7,407 reviews)
"was very nice enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
4 out of 5
6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is P8,762 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
P8,762
P10,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,638 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles
4 out of 5
416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA
The price is P5,504 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P5,504
P8,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,044 reviews)
"its very serene"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Freehand Los Angeles
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Other neighbourhoods around Koreatown

Hollywood featuring a sunset, a city and street scenes

Hollywood

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Hollywood is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Boulevard. See more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station.

Hollywood
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Silver Lake

Lake views, live music, and theaters are just a few things travelers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Mattachine Steps while you're exploring the area.

Silver Lake
Farmers Market featuring street scenes as well as a couple

Fairfax District

Travelers to Fairfax District praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by CBS Television City and The Grove.

Fairfax District
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Los Feliz

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Hollywood Boulevard or Griffith Park.

Los Feliz
If you were going to compile a roster of Koreatown's greatest hits, it would be unthinkable to leave out the Dong Chi Mi Gook Su at the Corner Place.
- Jonathan Gold, LA WEEKLY
There you go. Just try their signature cold noodle with high quality  meat serving since 1982.

Mid City

3/5(1 area review)

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.

Mid City
Downtown Los Angeles showing a city

Downtown Los Angeles

4/5(3 area reviews)

Enjoy the great live music in Downtown Los Angeles. Crypto.com Arena is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more of Los Angeles.

Downtown Los Angeles


Koreatown