Best Hotel Rooftop Bars in Los Angeles

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Cara Cara (at Proper Downtown LA)

Cara Cara sits atop the Proper Hotel in Downtown LA, offering sweeping skyline views paired with stylish interiors and a relaxed-yet-elegant lounge vibe. The rooftop design includes both indoor-outdoor seating, greenery, and ambient lighting that make dusk-to-evening transitions feel seamless. The cocktail menu leans modern, with craft mixes, and the food selection supports sharing and light bites — ideal for lingering over conversation.

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Calabra Rooftop Restaurant & Bar (at Proper Santa Monica)

Calabra graces the top of the Proper Hotel in Santa Monica, combining Mediterranean-inspired design with ocean and city views. The bar area flows into a poolside patio, and the rounded layout gives nearly every seat a view. The cocktail program is thoughtful and balanced, with refreshing coastal notes and a menu of small share plates that suit the breezy, elevated setting.

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SkyBar (at the Mondrian / now Hyde Sunset)

SkyBar is a classic rooftop bar in West Hollywood, perched atop what was formerly the Mondrian Hotel (now Hyde Sunset). It's known for its iconic poolside setting, celebrity sightings, and panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills and the LA skyline. The design is sleek and stylish, with outdoor elegance backed by a strong drinks list tailored to both cocktails and lounge vibes.

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The Rooftop Beverly Hills (Waldorf Astoria / Rooftop By JG)

This rooftop bar, sometimes referred to as Rooftop By JG, crowns the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills. It's a near-360° space with sweeping vistas over Wilshire, city skyline, and even views toward the hills. The ambiance is upscale and polished, with a focus on evening cocktail service and elegant settings — perfect for romantic or signature nights out.

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Broken Shaker (at Freehand Hotel, Downtown LA)

Though not strictly a hotel-only rooftop bar, Broken Shaker sits above the Freehand Hotel and delivers one of the more fun, design-forward rooftop drinking experiences in DTLA. It combines lush décor (plants, tiki touches, casual luxury) with a solid drinks menu, relaxed outdoor seating, and views over the city. It's lively without being over-the-top, making it a great balance of view + chill.