Culver City, CaliforniaLucerne-Higuera
The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
Ivy Station railway hub
Lucerne-Higuera Culver City, California
Opened
2021
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
HyattIvy Station railway hub
The hotel operates as a railside crossroads, drawing light-rail travelers and Culver City locals into its open communal spaces.
What it’s good at
Notable
Studio Collective crafted warm industrial loft interiors featuring local art commissions.
What they say
Also in Wallpaper*.
Community is important at The Shay, and its industrial-style lobby by Venice Beach design firm Studio Collective doubles as a co-working space for guests and locals alike.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The E Line train platform sits outside, and Culver City Arts District galleries are a short walk away.
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The rooms
Rooms have native hardwoods and patinated metal accents, hung with original art commissioned from local creators.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated sixth-floor pool is lined with daybeds and cabanas, looking out toward the Santa Monica Mountains.
Restaurant
Butterfly
José Andrés' rooftop restaurant serves tacos, ceviche, and salt-air margaritas beside the sixth-floor pool deck.
At the table
Zaytinya serves Eastern Mediterranean mezze and wood-fired kebabs from an open hearth on the ground floor.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.