Silver Lake is in the northeast section of Los Angeles, anchored by the Silver Lake Reservoir and lined with independent restaurants, record shops, and weekend farmers markets along Sunset Boulevard. Two of the three picks below are inside the neighborhood's verified boundaries, with the third just over the line in Los Feliz, from Sunset Boulevard to the south along Rowena and Hyperion avenues, and from the 101 Freeway east to Griffith Park Boulevard. The three properties here cover mid-range and upscale segments.
How we selected these hotels
Every address was cross-referenced against Silver Lake's geographic boundaries using the Los Angeles Department of City Planning's neighborhood definitions.
- 1. A verified Silver Lake address, inside the bounding box of Sunset Boulevard, the 101 Freeway, Rowena and Hyperion avenues, and Griffith Park Boulevard. Two of the three qualify.
- 2. Star rating sets the order, and guest score breaks a tie between hotels at the same rating.
Silver Lake's hotel inventory is genuinely small, so we included the Hollywood Hotel at 1160 N Vermont Avenue even though it is a few blocks over the boundary in Los Feliz. It is flagged as such in its listing rather than passed off as a Silver Lake address.
Silver Lake hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Address | Nearest Metro bus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake Pool & Inn | 4 | 9.2 | 4141 Santa Monica Blvd | Metro Line 4, ~2 min walk |
| The Rosemary Silverlake | 3 | 8.8 | 4514 Fountain Ave | Metro Line 4, ~6 min walk |
| Hollywood Hotel | 3 | 8.2 | 1160 N Vermont Ave | Metro Line 204, ~3 min walk |
Getting around Silver Lake without a car
- Metro Line 4 runs along Santa Monica Boulevard and connects Silver Lake west to West Hollywood and east toward downtown.
- Metro Line 2 runs along Sunset Boulevard, one of the neighborhood's main arteries, and reaches Echo Park and downtown in under 20 minutes.
- The Silver Lake Reservoir loop is a 2.2-mile walk from the reservoir's perimeter path, reachable on foot from all four hotels on this list.
- Rideshare pickup is straightforward along Santa Monica Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard during most hours.
What to expect from Silver Lake hotels
Silver Lake has a small hotel inventory compared to Hollywood or downtown. You get independent and boutique properties rather than large chain blocks, which means smaller room counts, more design-forward interiors, and staff who know the neighborhood. Pricing runs at a premium relative to comparable star ratings in outer neighborhoods, reflecting the area's demand and limited supply. Parking is worth confirming before you book, since street parking on Santa Monica Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard tightens on weekend evenings when the bars and restaurants fill up.
The hotels
Silver Lake Pool & Inn
4141 Santa Monica Boulevard
9.2388 reviews
2 min walk to Santa Monica Blvd & Manzanita St (4)A 4-star stay inside Silver Lake with an on-site pool, a real differentiator in a neighborhood where most lodging is smaller guesthouses.
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The Rosemary Silverlake
4514 Fountain Avenue
8.869 reviews
6 min walk to Fountain Ave & Virgil Ave (4)An independent 3-star in Silver Lake, a solid mid-range choice for travelers who want the neighborhood at a lower price.
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Hollywood Hotel
1160 North Vermont Avenue
8.22,031 reviews
3 min walk to Vermont Ave & Prospect Ave (204)At 1160 North Vermont Avenue, this is in Los Feliz, just outside the verified Silver Lake boundary, listed for reference, not a true Silver Lake address.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are actually inside Silver Lake's neighborhood boundaries?＋
Silver Lake Pool & Inn on Santa Monica Boulevard and both Rosemary properties on Fountain Avenue fall within the verified boundary. Hollywood Hotel on Vermont Avenue is in Los Feliz and is outside the Silver Lake boundary.
Does Silver Lake have Metro Rail access?＋
No Metro Rail line runs through Silver Lake. The closest rail access is the Metro B Line at Hollywood and Vermont, about a mile from the neighborhood's western edge. Within Silver Lake, Metro Line 4 along Santa Monica Boulevard and Metro Line 2 along Sunset Boulevard are the primary transit options.
What is the highest-rated hotel in Silver Lake?＋
Silver Lake Pool & Inn holds the top guest score among verified Silver Lake properties, with a 9.2 rating and a 4-star classification. It also has the only on-site pool among the hotels on this list.
Are there budget hotels in Silver Lake?＋
The Rosemary properties on Fountain Avenue offer the most accessible price points among verified Silver Lake hotels. The neighborhood's limited hotel inventory means rates generally run higher than comparable star ratings in outer Los Angeles neighborhoods.
How far is Silver Lake from downtown Los Angeles?＋
Silver Lake is roughly 4 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. Metro Line 2 along Sunset Boulevard connects the neighborhood to downtown in about 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic and stops.
Do any Silver Lake hotels have sustainability certifications?＋
None of the hotels on this list carry a verified third-party sustainability certification such as LEED, Green Key, or Energy Star. Travelers prioritizing certified eco credentials may want to check our separate page on eco-friendly hotels in Los Angeles.
