
West Hollywood EDITION
Best for nightlife, dining and a central West Hollywood address close to the Sunset Strip.
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West Hollywood EDITION is a compact, five-star city hotel on the Sunset Strip with a rooftop pool and a Forbes Five-Star spa; read this if you want an urban Los Angeles stay near nightlife, restaurants and shopping. Terranea Resort is a large coastal luxury resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula; read this if you’re comparing a true seaside resort experience with an urban luxury hotel.
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Best for nightlife, dining and a central West Hollywood address close to the Sunset Strip.

Best for a resort-style coastal getaway with ocean views, multiple outdoor pools and on-site activities.
When West Hollywood EDITION wins: choose the EDITION if you want a central, walkable West Hollywood location with rooftop pool time, a compact set of high-design rooms, immediate access to the Sunset Strip nightlife, and a Forbes Five-Star spa in a city-hotel package.
When Terranea Resort wins: pick Terranea when your priority is oceanfront scenery, a broad range of outdoor pools and resort activities, more on-site restaurants and bars, and a getaway that feels removed from the city.
Bottom line: both are upscale Southern California options — West Hollywood EDITION is a city-focused luxury hotel for culture, dining and nightlife; Terranea Resort is a full-scale coastal resort for ocean views, resort amenities and outdoor recreation.
| Category | West Hollywood EDITION | Terranea Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Compact, design-forward urban luxury hotel on the Sunset Strip | Large coastal resort focused on ocean views and on-site recreation |
| Location | West Sunset Blvd at North Doheny Drive — walkable to Sunset Strip nightlife and nearby museums | 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes — on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with ocean bluff access |
| Size | 190 rooms, including 48 suites and 2 penthouses | 582 rooms (air-conditioned rooms listed in supplier data) |
| Audience / ages | Adult-oriented property (minimum check-in age 18); all ages may stay | All ages welcome (adults-only: false) |
| Pools | One guests-only rooftop outdoor pool with cabanas, loungers and skyline views | Several pools — supplier lists number of outdoor pools as 4 plus children’s pool and poolside bars |
| Restaurants & bars | Three venues: Ardor (signature restaurant), The Roof (rooftop), Lobby Bar; plus Sunset nightclub | Five restaurants, 5 bars/lounges and 4 poolside bars (per supplier listing) |
| Spa & wellness | Forbes Five-Star Spa (6,000+ sq ft, six treatment rooms, saunas, signature facials and therapies) | Full-service spa with treatment rooms, steam room, sauna and various treatments |
| Known for | Design, rooftop pool and proximity to Sunset Strip nightlife and Beverly Hills shopping | Oceanfront resort setting, bluff trails, multiple pools, on-site activities (golf nearby, horse riding, kayaking) |
| Event space | Multiple event rooms including a 3,445 sq ft Studio 1 ballroom and a private Screening Room | Conference space and meeting rooms plus a banquet hall and ballroom |
| Parking & transport | Valet-only parking (fee), electric car charging station; airport access via rideshare or paid transfer (confirm with hotel) | Valet parking (surcharge) and LAX listed as preferred airport; complimentary area shuttle within 5 mi |
West Hollywood EDITION sits on West Sunset Boulevard where the Sunset Strip meets Beverly Hills — a short walk to live-music clubs and nightlife.
Choose the EDITION for immediate access to West Hollywood nightlife, culture and shopping.
Terranea Resort sits on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with direct access to coastal trails and bluff viewpoints.
Choose Terranea when oceanfront location and coastal outdoor activities are priorities.
West Hollywood EDITION has a compact room set focused on modern design and city views.
The EDITION’s rooms suit travelers wanting contemporary, design-led city accommodations.
Terranea offers a wide range of room types and casitas, many with ocean or ocean-view options.
Terranea has a broader set of room types, including several ocean-view casitas and bungalow options.
West Hollywood EDITION’s dining is compact and curated: Ardor, The Roof and Lobby Bar, plus Sunset nightclub for late nights.
Pick the EDITION for a short list of high-design dining and rooftop cocktail options in a central urban setting.
Terranea lists multiple restaurants and bars across its property that support longer on-site dining options.
Choose Terranea if you want several on-site dining and bar options without leaving the property.
West Hollywood EDITION has a single guests-only rooftop outdoor pool with skyline views.
The EDITION’s rooftop pool is a city-pool experience with skyline views, not a multi-pool resort complex.
Terranea offers multiple outdoor pools and direct access to coastal trails and shoreline parks.
Terranea is a better fit if you want multiple pools, poolside bars and a seaside setting.
West Hollywood EDITION combines a Forbes Five-Star spa with a 24-hour gym and active nightlife on-site.
The EDITION is ideal for guests who want high-end spa services plus LA nightlife steps away.
Terranea provides a full-service spa and a range of on-site outdoor and recreational activities.
Pick Terranea for structured resort wellness plus outdoor recreation on the coast.

West Hollywood EDITION — steps from Sunset Strip clubs, bars and short drives to museums and high-end shopping.

Terranea Resort — multiple pools, ocean-view rooms and coastal trails make it a clear choice for a seaside resort break.

West Hollywood EDITION — Forbes Five-Star spa with specialized facial and body treatments and wellness programming.

Terranea Resort — supplier lists five restaurants, five bars and multiple poolside bars for varied on-property dining.
West Hollywood EDITION — it’s on the Sunset Strip with rooftop dining, cocktail bars and immediate access to live-music venues.
Terranea Resort — it offers ocean-view rooms, multiple pools and coastal trails that support a resort-style beach break.
Yes. West Hollywood EDITION has a Forbes Five-Star spa with six treatment rooms; Terranea lists a full-service spa with treatment rooms, sauna and steam room.
Supplier amenities mention a children’s pool and supervised childcare/activities (surcharge). West Hollywood EDITION is adult-oriented (minimum check-in age 18) though children may stay with adults.
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