Best Poolside Happy Hours In Los Angeles
Looking to take a dip by the pool while grabbing a refreshing drink? These thirst-quenching poolside happy hours from Downtown LA to the beach have you covered.
The Roof on Wilshire
6317 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 852-6002
www.theroofonwilshire.com
Situated in a contemporary, hip setting with comfortable booths and a great 360-degree mid-city view, the pool atop The Roof on Wilshire is a great venue to enjoy poolside drinks. Weekdays, the Sunset Menu here offers happy hour drink specials from 3pm to 7pm including options like a Wilshire Margarita, a Bourbon Smash, or our favorite, the Cue Southside. With Gin, cucumber, mint and lime juice, the Cue is a must have. Pair your drink with food options from chef Eric Greenspan's tasty menu and you have the recipe for one terrific happy hour.
The Avalon Hotel
9400 West Olympic Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 277-5221
www.avalonbeverlyhills.com
Set on a quiet side street in Beverly Hills, this lush and shady pool sits within the retro-boutique Avalon Hotel and comes with its very own throw-back vibe making it the perfect spot to relax. Surrounded by a 60's inspired decor and a pool that resembles the bygone era, enjoy a weekday 3-5pm happy hour of wine, beer, cocktails, and tasty bites to eat too. What's good? Try the rock shrimp and enjoy a solid selection of fine wines.
The Standard, DTLA
550 South Flower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(213) 892-8080
www.standardhotels.com
DTLA's Standard Hotel has been a favorite among locals for years for many reasons. With sweeping views of the LA skyline, along with a seductive rooftop and pool, locals flock here at all times of the day. But, come here during happy hour from 4-7pm on weekdays and you'll enjoy not only astonishing views of the downtown skyline, and an astroturf deck, but also pineapple mojitos and other well-crafted cocktails to sip on. Spend a little time here, and the swagger and shine of this iconic spot will keep you happy even after the drink specials end.
Viceroy Santa Monica
1819 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica , CA 90401
(310) 260-7500
www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
Although the Pacific Ocean and it's world renowned beaches are just a stone's throw away, the pool scene at Santa Monica's Viceroy Hotel is enough to keep visitors from stepping foot outside the hotel. Featuring a few small pools to lounge in or by, this fun and hip environment cooks up a happy hour on drinks and food on weekdays from 4-6pm making this a go to spot to visit for westsiders. A classy, hip scene, cool ocean breezes, and cabana rentals make this classic hotel pool scene one not to miss. What to order? Don't leave without trying the spiced strawberry Sangria.
Hotel Figueroa
Hotel Figueroa
939 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 627-8971
www.figueroahotel.com
Downtown LA's Moroccan Hotel Figueroa offers up a hip setting to take in not just one, but two daily happy hours by their relaxed pool bar. Offering inexpensive drinks and food, the happy hour here also features a wide selection of draft beers, well-cocktails and more to choose from. Running from 4-7pm and 10-11pm, it's one happy hour you shouldn't miss. Add in Thursday thru Friday tacos and you've got one of the best happy hours around.
The Backyard
W Los Angeles Westwood
930 Hilgard Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 208-8765
www.thebackyardw.com
Basking under the palms, The Backyard is W Hotel Westwood's version of the perfect poolside oasis. Set in a trendy, yet comfortable and relaxing environment, customers here enjoy happy hour perks from 4-7pm M-F. From truffled popcorn, hand cut fries and fresh oysters to your option of cocktails, wine and beer, relaxing by the pool has never been this great.
