Love the outdoors - flyfishing, hunting, hiking, biking. Big fan of South America. Recent weddings has def upped my hotel visits. I loathe resorts, unless it's mainly outdoorsy/active-oriented. I have a 2 day limit of sitting on the beach.
June 22 2007: Nice rooms. Complimentary breakfast - good spread. Doing construction on facade so check on that. Could be noisy. Stylish lobby. Great service.
Downtown, Hip, Modern, Lively, Stylish, Not Historic, Not Quiet, Not Tropical
November 27 2007: I spent about 30 nights in this hotel between September and October 2007. The Hyatt on Sunset is known as the Riot House for its notorious past with rock bands staying here. It's not a quiet hotel, as the front rooms face Sunset Blvd, and the hotel is currently under construction. It has a dated feeling to it in 2007, but I think once the renovation is complete (2008?) this will be a great property. The only reason to stay here at this point is location - it's right on the strip, not too far from LAX or BUR airports.
Entertainment: the restaurant is ok, but there are a group of restaurants (walking distance) down the road on the 8600 block that are excellent and have much better ambience - this area is known as the Sunset Plaza. The Hyatt is also flanked by The Comedy Store on one side and the Saddle Ranch on the other - the latter has a mechanical bull which provides amusement while you eat some pretty good ribs.
Get upgraded to a junior suite if you can - the corner rooms are pretty cool, and have a small fishtank...
Date of stay: September 2007
Purpose of stay: Business
Location. Popular among the celebrity community, the Hyatt West Hollywood is located on Sunset Strip and is surrounded by many of L.A.'s hottest restaurants and nightclubs. Located three miles from Hollywood, the hotel has been featured in films and is known as a playground for entertainment virtuosos. The Hyatt West Hollywood is dubbed the "Rock and Roll Hotel," hosting musicians when they record at CBS, NBC and Paramount studios, all located around the corner. Hotel Features. Providing uncommon views of the Hollywood Hills and an intimate perspective on the city's lights, the roof top pool is a soothing environment for afternoon relaxation and an elegant atmosphere for evening receptions. The hotel's showcase restaurant proudly features contemporary furniture instillations, Japanese influenced lighting and an impressive wine list. The comprehensive fitness center attracts health conscious guests while added conveniences include everything from conference rooms to car rentals. Wireless high speed Internet access is available in public areas and in the mezzanine business center.
Guestrooms. Accented with ultra modern furniture ensembles and urban decorative treatments, the 262 trendsetting guestrooms at Hyatt West Hollywood were precision crafted to identify with an audience of sophisticated professionals and entertainment industry pundits. Room feature custom entertainment armoires, wireless Internet access, comprehensive desks and inspiring prints of Hollywood landmarks.
Expert Tip. The Comedy Club is located next door, and the House of Blues stands across the street. Movies such as Spinal Tap, Rock Star, Wonderland, and Almost Famous were filmed at these locations. Renovation Notice: The hotel is currently undergoing renovations to its guestrooms and public areas, including the lobby, fitness center, restaurant, mezzanine and corridors. Guestroom balconies are no longer accessible. Renovation work takes place daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The estimated completion date is June 30, 2008. This date is subject to change.
June 22 2007: Nice rooms. Complimentary breakfast - good spread. Doing construction on facade so check on that. Could be noisy. Stylish lobby. Great service. 
