Norma Triangle West Hollywood, California
Opened
2008
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
Bohemian rooftop oasis
The hotel operates as a private rooftop club, tucking original modern art and sun-drenched gardens away from the Sunset Strip.
“At this secluded West Hollywood retreat, each of the hotel’s 80 suites is different, and you’ll also find some fantastic jazz entertainment.”
What it’s good at
Notable
A private rooftop club uniting guests around the Butterfly Bar and outdoor fire deck.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
The jewel in the Petit Ermitage’s crown is the saltwater rooftop pool. By day it’s the place to catch a ray or two, but by night... it turns into a lounges space full of nooks and crannies.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cynthia Street is a quiet residential block, set two streets off Santa Monica Boulevard and the Sunset Strip.
The rooms
Suites come with working fireplaces and hand-woven Turkish rugs, and some open onto balconies facing the hills.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Striped daybeds and fringed umbrellas surround the heated saltwater pool, which looks out across the Hollywood Hills.
The gym
Warm slatted timber lines the fitness room, equipped with a Pilates reformer, free weights, and cardio machines.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Cinq à Sept serves French-Mediterranean plates across leafy garden pergolas, and the Butterfly Bar pours botanical cocktails.
The apartment building-turned-hotel has 80 suites, each with either a wet bar, kitchenette, and/or separate living areas; most have working fireplaces.
How it began

Stefan Ashkenazy opened the former apartment building in 2008 as a bohemian tribute to Saint Petersburg's Hermitage Museum.
“Since November 2018, Riese has been the water sommelier at luxury boutique hotel Petit Ermitage in West Hollywood, where he offers West Hollywood tap water...”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.