
West Hollywood EDITION
Best for nightlife, rooftop views, and a central West Hollywood location close to clubs and restaurants.
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West Hollywood EDITION is an urban, design-forward five-star hotel for travelers who want immediate access to Sunset Strip nightlife, dining, and a rooftop pool and spa. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is a waterfront five-star hotel for guests who prioritize marina views, outdoor recreation, and a quieter coastal base near Venice Beach.
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Best for nightlife, rooftop views, and a central West Hollywood location close to clubs and restaurants.

Best for waterfront stays, marina and coastal access, and low-key outdoor recreation near Venice Beach.
When West Hollywood EDITION wins: Choose the EDITION if you want an entertainment-driven stay — rooftop pool, a Forbes Five-Star spa, on-site nightclub, and immediate access to Sunset Strip nightlife, restaurants, and galleries.
When The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey wins: Choose the Ritz-Carlton if you prefer a marina-side setting with private balconies, an on-site spa, outdoor tennis courts, and proximity to Venice Beach and boat/sea activities.
Bottom line: Both deliver polished five-star service; pick the EDITION for urban energy and nightlife, and the Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey for waterfront calm and seaside activities.
| Category | West Hollywood EDITION | The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, entertainment- and design-driven | Waterfront, relaxed luxury by a marina |
| Location | Corner of West Sunset Blvd and Doheny on the Sunset Strip (walkable nightlife) | 4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey — marina and near Venice Beach |
| Size (rooms) | 190 rooms, including 48 suites and 2 penthouses | 304 guestrooms |
| Minimum check-in age | 18 (main guest must be 18+) | |
| Pools | Rooftop outdoor pool with cabanas, loungers; guests-only | One outdoor pool and one hot tub; wheelchair-accessible pool |
| Restaurants & bars | Ardor (signature restaurant), The Roof (rooftop), Lobby Bar, plus Sunset nightclub | One on-site restaurant, bar/lounge and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & fitness | Forbes Five-Star Spa (6,000+ sq ft, 6 treatment rooms) and 24-hour gym | Full-service spa on site and fitness facilities |
| Known for | Rooftop pool, nightlife (Sunset nightclub), designer interiors | Marina views, waterfront access, outdoor tennis courts |
| Event spaces | Multiple event rooms including Studio 1 ballroom and a screening room | Meeting rooms and banquet hall |
| Parking | Valet-only parking with a nightly fee; EV charging available | Valet parking (surcharge); secured parking |
| Typical guest | Guests seeking nightlife, dining, fashion and LA culture | Guests seeking seaside relaxation, marina activities and tennis |
West Hollywood EDITION sits at the corner of Sunset Blvd and Doheny, steps from clubs, music venues and restaurants.
Pick the EDITION if you want to be in the middle of West Hollywood’s nightlife and dining scene.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey sits on Admiralty Way overlooking the marina and is minutes from Venice Beach.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton for a coastal base with marina and beach access.
The EDITION’s 190 rooms emphasize floor-to-ceiling windows, deluxe bedding and modern design.
Rooms at the EDITION cater to guests who want contemporary design and skyline views.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey offers 304 guestrooms, many with private balconies and marina or partial marina views.
The Ritz-Carlton’s rooms favor balcony access and marina/partial-marina sightlines for a seaside experience.
West Hollywood EDITION emphasizes multiple on-site venues for breakfast, dinner and late-night drinks.
The EDITION suits guests who want variety, nightlife and chef-driven dining on-site.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey has a single on-site restaurant, a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton for quieter, waterfront dining and convenient room service.
West Hollywood EDITION’s rooftop outdoor pool offers skyline and Hollywood Hills views with cabanas.
The EDITION’s rooftop pool is about views and a social poolside atmosphere.
The Ritz-Carlton has an outdoor pool and hot tub plus direct access to marina activities nearby.
Ritz-Carlton’s outdoor amenities focus on seaside recreation and sport as much as poolside relaxation.
The EDITION centers wellness in a Forbes Five-Star Spa plus a 24-hour fitness center and programming.
Pick the EDITION if you want a high-end, treatment-focused spa plus late-night city energy.
The Ritz-Carlton offers on-site spa services and outdoor sport options for active and restorative stays.
The Ritz-Carlton fits travelers who want spa time plus active outdoor options by the water.

West Hollywood EDITION — rooftop pool, The Roof and Sunset nightclub put you steps from evening action.

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey — marina location and proximity to Venice Beach make it the coastal choice.

West Hollywood EDITION — Forbes Five-Star spa with signature facials, massages and wellness programming.

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey — outdoor tennis courts, boating and water-sport access nearby.
West Hollywood EDITION — it has a rooftop bar and an on-site nightclub (Sunset) and sits on the Sunset Strip.
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey — it’s on Admiralty Way near Venice Beach and offers marina-related activities.
Yes. The West Hollywood EDITION has a Forbes Five-Star spa; The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey offers a full-service on-site spa (reservations recommended).
Both properties require an adult (18+) as the main guest at check-in; neither enforces an adults-only guest policy that prevents younger guests from staying.
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