Why book?
Situated in the heart of the Vinyl District, Hollywood Volume (formerly Tommie Hollywood), part of JdV by Hyatt, is a warm welcome for adults traveling for most any reason. Work travelers will be conveniently located near several business hubs, like Netflix’s Icon Office Tower, and solo adventurers or small groups by popular La-La Land tourist attractions like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre. There’s something for everyone close by.
Set the scene
The entrance is uniquely beautiful, featuring a large, heavy wooden double door flaunting an intricate circular design carved into its exterior. These doors open to a spacious, untraditional lobby area with an open concept layout filled with plentiful seating. To the left is a cozy fireplace and couch area; straight ahead, a long table in front of a café; and on the right, an assortment of other seating styles for socializing, meetings, or remote work. The sculptural wooden check-in kiosk stands out of focus by the elevators; it’s simultaneously simple yet special, working with the LA-inspired aesthetic that surrounds it without detracting from the lobby’s primary focus: community.
The backstory
Opened in 2021, this boutique hotel was designed to pay homage to its surroundings, celebrating Old Hollywood and Los Angeles through a combination of design, artwork, and mission. From its graffitied rooftop pool with colorful printed umbrellas and trendy lounge chairs inspired by Venice Beach to its eclectic dining and drinking options influenced by Palm Springs, each detail of the hotel draws inspiration from the city to connect both guests and locals.
The rooms
Expect ample sunshine courtesy of floor-to-ceiling windows in every room, plus views of your choosing—the Hollywood Hills view is my personal favorite; other options include an interior atrium view, city view, or standard view. Clean and simple with hardwood floors and natural earth tones, the interiors offer a more minimalist design with a punch of funk courtesy of a warm-toned glass wall that separates the bathroom from the bedroom.
If you book a standard room (available with one king or two twin beds), it’ll be modest, sans dressers and closets, so you’ll need to be okay with living out of your luggage for the duration of your stay, aside from the few drawers under the front of the bed. For more space, you’ll want to check out a deluxe room or one-bedroom suite on the top floor with separate living areas. Though, I’d be remiss not to note that doing so will bring your dwelling closer to the lively rooftop that bumps loud music at night. While the nightlife, bed options, and spacial constraints don’t make it the most family friendly, those traveling sans children will have a great time.
Food and drink
Delicious highlights of the hotel include their signature restaurant, Ka’Teen, and popular rooftop bar, Desert 5 Spot. Tulum-inspired Ka’Teen is run by celebrated chef Wes Avila and pays homage to the Yucatan Peninsula’s rich culinary history. On the menu, you’ll find creative cocktails, tableside guacamole, and other Mexican dishes that attract guests and locals alike. Whether you join for Taco Tuesday, Discoteca Brunch, or any other meal, you’ll leave with a satisfied stomach—and the evenings with live music certainly help to boost the already beautiful ambiance.
Up on the roof, you’ll find the ever-popular Desert 5 Spot, a bar that combines a laid-back Palm Springs vibe with rustic western charm. Designed with inspiration from Joshua Tree hideouts and roadside motels, it’s a spacious rooftop area that’s become famous for its Cactus margaritas, tacos, in-house band (The Desert 5), weekend DJs, country music, karaoke nights, line dancing classes, and more. It’s become such a hotspot that a second location recently opened in Brooklyn, New York, which advertises a mechanical bull.
When not in the mood for a Mexican meal or food cart tacos, Volume Café is available in the lobby for guests to enjoy coffee and snacks since they don’t offer traditional room service.
The neighborhood/area
Though I felt perfectly fine walking around by myself during the day, with plenty of friendly faces out and about, I’d opt for a ride-share service at night, especially if traveling solo. That said, I wouldn’t let this convince you to stray away from the area—it’s filled with tons of fun activities and enriching experiences you won’t want to miss out on. One of my favorite things about JdV properties is the uniquely tailored neighborhood guides provided for guests featuring nearby local hot spots. At Hollywood Volume, some of the highlights include the best running path in Runyon Canyon Park, The Daily Planet bookstore (established in 1989), Mad Lab Coffee, and the Griffith Observatory.
The service
From the check-in process to the food and drink encounters to the check-out experience, service at Hollywood Volume is solid across the board.
Accessibility
Hollywood Volume offers ADA-friendly rooms with features such as roll-in showers, accessible bathrooms, and more.
Anything left to mention?
Another Instagram-worthy focal point is Hollywood Volume's rooftop pool offering panoramic views of the city and Hollywood Hills. Aside from the picturesque wall mural that boasts “Greetings from Desert 5” across it with vibrant colors, it’s set up for peaceful, uninterrupted lounging (no lifeguards or attendants in sight). With sun loungers, colorful umbrellas, and towels, it’s a welcome escape.
Speaking of the pool, the hotel also offers complimentary poolside yoga sessions on Saturday mornings while Desert 5 Spot will host the occasional pool party—often themed to a timely happening (think Shania Twain’s residency celebration or a “Cowboy Carter” release party).
6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, California 90028
United States
https://www.laparks.org/runyon/
323-871-1234