Palihotel Culver City
Bohemian Art Deco meets French bistro cool. The lobby leans eclectic: vintage art on the walls, patterned tiles underfoot, a buzzy bar attached to a leafy courtyard. Not a see-and-be-seen scene — more like a well-curated local hangout where the hotel guests and neighborhood regulars mix naturally.
Request a Courtyard King for French doors that open right onto the leafy courtyard — it's worth it
Why It Matters
Named to Condé Nast Traveler's 2019 Hot List as one of the hottest new hotels in the world. It's the only full-service boutique hotel in downtown Culver City's increasingly interesting restaurant-and-gallery corridor, and Simonette — its all-day French bistro — has become a genuine neighborhood destination in its own right.
Palihotel Culver City is the 49-room reincarnation of a 1920s boarding house called the West End Hotel, lovingly restored and re-launched by Palisociety in 2019. The design concept — industrial postwar Paris meets streamline moderne Los Angeles — plays out in ceramic-tiled floors, striped wallpaper, vintage artwork, and Art Deco signage that makes the building feel simultaneously classic Hollywood and Left Bank. It sits on a quiet residential street just steps from downtown Culver City's restaurants, galleries, and the Kirk Douglas Theatre.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Courtyard King
The standout room type at the property. French doors open directly onto the courtyard, so you get greenery and fresh air without leaving your room. Runs 200–265 sq ft — slightly larger than the standard King, and the courtyard access is genuinely lovely. Accessible rooms available in this category.
King · 22 sqm
Garden View King
Same footprint as the standard King (195–245 sq ft) but positioned to look over the courtyard garden. Good middle-ground option if you want the feel of the courtyard without the direct access. Also available in accessible configurations.
King · 20 sqmKing
The entry-level room and still plenty comfortable. At 195–245 sq ft, these are compact but well-designed — the custom bespoke furniture, rain shower, and Diptyque products make the small footprint feel intentional rather than cheap. A frosted glass pane separates the bathroom from the sleeping area, which is either cool or quirky depending on your perspective.
King · 20 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
House bikes available to cruise Culver City, the Platform shopping center, and nearby paths. Easy access to the wider city.
The full pet amenity package including organic treats, dog beds, toys, ceramic bowls, and walking bags. One-time $100 fee per stay.
Simonette's courtyard and indoor spaces are available for private events — corporate dinners, birthday parties, and other gatherings. Inquire directly via the hotel website.
Each week, hotel guests and neighbors are invited to join nightly specials and activities organized at Simonette. The hotel regularly hosts open events and happenings monthly, drawing a mix of guests and locals.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A personally curated edit of favorite local restaurants, bars, galleries, and film studios in the neighborhood.
Hotel guests receive 10% off dining at Simonette during their stay.
Hypo-allergenic bedding available on request. Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds.
Fully stocked minibar in all rooms. Note: minibar items are charged at premium rates.
Leafy private courtyard shared between the hotel rooms and Simonette restaurant. Key social hub of the property.
$60 per night, per vehicle (exclusive of tax). No self-park option on-site.
Bespoke pet program for four-legged guests. Includes organic treats on arrival, luxurious dog beds, plush pet toys, ceramic food and water bowls, courtesy walking bags, and pet-loving staff. One-time $100 pet registration fee per stay. One pet per room, 30 lbs weight limit.
Complimentary or available loaner bikes for guests to explore Culver City and nearby paths.
Modern fitness center on property. No spa on site.
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