That said, we Angelenos usually are very grateful for all the perks that come with living in the city. Countless shopping and food options, scenic beaches, bustling nightlife, and year round average temps of around 78 degrees. That is until the heatwave hits and we all head to the internet to complain about how this heat will be the death of us. This summer has been particularly dreadful with a few relentless heatwaves and not many places to go to cool off.

The Roosevelt Hotel is walking distance from my place, and with its tropical scenery, delicious food and drink options and chill vibes, it’s also one of my favorite places to frequent in the summer. Thoughts of lounging by the pool, listening to the DJ sets, sipping on a pitcher of their delicious margaritas from the Tropicana Bar always take me to a great place. With Covid 19 taking over everything, my summer days of lounging and laughing with friends seemed very distant.
Thanks to my bestie, who decided to surprise me with a visit, summer wasn’t canceled. Relaxing by the pool at one of the most iconic hotels here in the city for a few days is exactly what we did amid soaring 99 degree temps. It was such an amazing experience I had to write about it.