Venice Beach's New Hotel (And Rooftop Bar)

Hotel Erwin and HIGH

Inside Hotel Erwin

You're no stranger to the boutique hotel scene. Sipping among the sun-drenched set is another story. So maybe it's time you get acquainted with the latest Venice Beach magnet, the Hotel Erwin, now open on Pacific Avenue. Revamped by the trendy hoteliers at Joie de Vivre, their latest project is a heavy nod to the eclectic surrounding beach culture, boasting graffiti covered doors, pop-style furnishings, a counterculture vibe, and work by cutting-edge artists. It's situated just two-hundred feet from the water, so the 119-room crash pad proudly notes that rooms come fully stocked with urban style, vodka and Pacific Ocean views. After settling into your digs, make some time to hit HIGH, the hotel's chic, open-air rooftop lounge, set to debut this Friday. There you'll catch a 360-degree view of SoCal (you can finally say hello to Catalina and that Hollywood Sign), while taking in a Beach Blon'd, an refreshing mix of Leblon Cachaça, Cointreau, lime juice, strawberries, basil and balsamic syrup. Thankfully, your slick suite will be just a few steps away... The Hotel Erwin is now open. HIGH, the hotel's rooftop lounge opens on Friday. Click here to experience more of the Hotel Erwin. Hotel Erwin 1697 Pacific Avenue (at Harvard Court & Venice Way), Venice Beach Tel: (310) 452-1111 jdvhotels.com