Sirena Croissant. Credit: Joseph Duarte

The Hotel Breakfasts Worth Waking Up For in Los Angeles

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24 Jun 2026

Caitlin White

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From oceanfront avocado toast in Santa Monica to French-style omelets in Beverly Hills, these hotel breakfasts are worth seeking out whether you're staying overnight or not.

Hotel breakfast is traditionally a hit-or-miss situation. Either you're stuck with a predictable in-house menu because it's convenient and you don't want to get dressed, or you're treated to creative egg dishes, house-made pastries, and standout savory specialties. The challenge is knowing which experience is in store, regardless of how high-end the hotel may be.

Fortunately, Los Angeles hotels have gotten much more serious about breakfast in recent years. As hotels invest in restaurants that can stand on their own, many of their once-overlooked morning menus now draw locals alongside overnight guests.

After reviewing more than 50 hotels across Los Angeles, here's my take on the city's best hotel breakfasts. And if you only remember one thing? Always order the huevos rancheros.

Sirena at The Georgian

This is not just one of the best breakfasts in Santa Monica, it comes with an ocean view to boot. The terrace overlooks Ocean Avenue and the beach beyond, perfect for a single-origin drip coffee or espresso while watching the Pacific wake up. Bring visitors here and impress them with a quintessential California breakfast: avocado toast topped with smoked salmon and poached eggs.

A strong by-the-glass wine list makes a convincing case for breakfast wine. A glass of Trebbiano Orange from Abruzzo pairs beautifully with the Evergreen Omelet with goat cheese and avocado or balances the richness of the Croissant French Toast Soufflé. If you want something more traditional, the Breakfast Sandwich is a standout, served on an English muffin with your choice of egg preparation and either bacon or sausage, plus a side of crisp fingerling potatoes.

Openaire at The Line Hotel

It’s no surprise that breakfast at The LINE is worth seeking out given that two-MICHELIN-starred chef Josiah Citrin oversees the hotel’s food and beverage program. The on-site restaurant, Openaire, is housed inside a soaring greenhouse that turns any meal into a sun-dappled daytime dream. I actually prefer eating here in the morning, when the light is at its best. If you need an early meetup in Koreatown, this is the place I suggest first. Breakfast is served Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., while weekend brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

For my money, the Corn Flake-Crusted French Toast with yuzu-berry compote is the most interesting dish on the menu, pairing a satisfying crunch with the classic sweet breakfast favorite. On the savory side, the Hibachi-Grilled Hanger Steak & Eggs, served with kimchi bacon fried rice, is equally compelling. Bottomless Bloody Marys or mimosas run $40 per person for 90 minutes, which can quickly turn a casual morning meeting into an all-day party, if needed.

Chateau Marmont

At this point, Chateau Marmont's place in Los Angeles lore is secure. Technically, the storied hotel sits just outside West Hollywood's city limits, but its celebrity cachet and old-school approach to hospitality have made it one of the city's enduring landmarks. For those not in the market for a four-figure nightly rate, breakfast in the hotel's leafy courtyard restaurant offers a glimpse inside one of Los Angeles' most enduring institutions. It's also among the city's great people-watching destinations, where nearly every table seems to arrive with a sense of occasion.

Contrary to popular belief, it's actually pretty easy to get a reservation at Chateau Marmont's restaurant, where tables are tucked among lush greenery in one of the city's most recognizable dining settings. The menu prices are also more approachable than many people expect, with most breakfast dishes falling in the $20 to $30 range. The huevos rancheros with crispy tortillas, black beans, and queso fresco is a particularly strong version of the classic. For a bigger splurge, order the truffle scramble with burrata, soft scramble, and signature truffle garnish served with a sesame bagel. Detox green juices, lattes, and cappuccinos round out the menu.

Cafe Fig at Hotel Figueroa

Downtown Los Angeles was once a haven for all-day breakfast spots and nostalgic diners, but the neighborhood has struggled to regain some of its pre-pandemic energy. One place that has remained a constant is Hotel Figueroa, the historic Spanish Revival property that originally opened as a hotel for women travelers. Whether you're meeting a colleague for breakfast or settling in for a leisurely weekend brunch, Cafe Fig works equally well for both. Served daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., the menu spans breakfast and lunch, with everything from chicken and waffles to poke bowls and burgers.

For something simple and affordable, fresh pastries from Clark Street Bakery are available for under $10. Heartier options like chilaquiles with salsa verde or a breakfast burrito with pinto beans and chipotle aioli are my go-to choices when I’m craving something savory. What I appreciate most is the flexibility. Whether I'm craving breakfast or lunch, the menu accommodates both without forcing me to choose based on the time of day. It's a welcome option for travelers and anyone whose schedule doesn't fit the traditional 9-to-5. Specialty drinks like the Golden Cacao and Rose Lavender Latte add another layer of appeal, alongside a full morning cocktail menu, specialty teas, and nonalcoholic cocktails.

Costa Covo Osteria at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills

L’Ermitage is one of those luxury hotels that celebrities and other high-profile guests favor precisely because it isn’t a scene. It’s just quietly excellent. The sunny red-and-cream dining room at Costa Covo Osteria evokes classic Los Angeles institutions like Jar and Tower Bar. Quiet, polished, and understated, it's the sort of place that reminds you why people still love hotel dining.

The dish I keep coming back to is the foraged mushroom and asparagus omelet, topped with parmesan and chives and served with fingerling potatoes, onions and peppers, plus toast. It's one of the few omelets I've found in Los Angeles that's done French-style: thin, delicate, and almost crepe-like, allowing the vegetables to remain the focus rather than getting lost in a blanket of eggs. For something sweeter, the ricotta pancakes with lemon, blueberry, and slivered almonds are a decadent choice.