Koreatown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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 pepperpaste 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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Our pick of the best Koreatown Hotel Deals

The LINE Hotel
The LINE Hotel
4 out of 5
3515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$321 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$321
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,325 reviews)
Perfect LA hotel
"Perfect hotel with consistent service. Upgrade to the Hollywood Hills view, it's worth it. Situated in a rare walkable neighborhood surrounded by delicious food. My choice every time I'm in LA"

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

The LINE Hotel
Hotel Normandie
Hotel Normandie
3.5 out of 5
605 S. Normandie Ave, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$241 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$241
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Love the building~ great ambiance and the staff are wonderful."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Hotel Normandie
H Hotel
H Hotel
3 out of 5
Los Angeles
The price is AU$238 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,111 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room. Close to many things I need for work."

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2025

H Hotel
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 AU$196 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool ...
6/10 (7,549 reviews)
"Great proximity to LAX, but the building is a bit tired. Staff was excellent. Waited a long time for a bell cart, even though it didn’t seem busy at all. No major complaints, and the price was very reasonable. Would stay again for an early flight out."

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
4 out of 5
6225 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$259 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$259
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,565 reviews)
"Excellent property with regular shuttles to LAX. Exceptional staff and the hotel and our room were very clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Hyatt Regency 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 AU$234 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,718 reviews)
"The hotel itself is amazing! The parking is something you might want to prepare for!"

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Koreatown

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Hollywood

4/5(294 area reviews)

Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Palladium.

Hollywood
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Silver Lake

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

Silver Lake
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Los Feliz

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

Los Feliz
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Mid City

4/5(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 featuring a city

Downtown Los Angeles

3.5/5(119 area reviews)

Crypto.com Arena and Broadway Theater District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Los Angeles
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Beverly Grove

4.5/5(34 area reviews)

While visiting Beverly Grove, you might make a stop by sights like Beverly Center Shopping Mall and Melrose Avenue.

Beverly Grove


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