Burlington Hotel

Westlake sits just west of downtown Los Angeles, with a dense urban setting shaped by MacArthur Park and its lake, lawns and walking paths. The mild, generally sunny climate makes outdoor time possible throughout the year, though summer heat and dry spells are part of the local weather. The neighborhood’s history is visible in older apartment buildings and the ornate interiors of the nearby Westlake Theatre. MacArthur Park offers open space and a playground, while the Central Library and museums in central Los Angeles are within reach. Local streets offer casual dining, bakeries and coffee shops, alongside everyday shopping and nightlife venues. Walking and local buses are useful for getting around; Metro rail stations near the neighborhood connect to downtown and other parts of the city. For the Westlake neighborhood, median rent is $1,985 per month, with a typical range of $885 to $8,349.