Rooftop Hot Spot in Hollywood Closes Abruptly
Sudden Closure Stuns Patrons
One of Hollywood’s most popular rooftop bars and hotels closed without warning over the weekend. Mama Shelter Los Angeles, located on the Sunset Boulevard, announced on Instagram on Monday that it had ceased operations, effective Sunday.
Long-Standing Establishment
The Mama Shelter brand was born in Paris in 2008, but the Hollywood location opened in 2015. For nearly a decade, the rooftop bar and hotel became a staple of the Los Angeles nightlife, attracting locals and tourists alike.
No Explanation Provided
Operators did not provide a reason for the sudden closure, stating only that “from February 2nd, 2025, Mama Shelter Los Angeles Hollywood will no longer operate as a Mama Shelter branded property.”
A Slideshow of the Hotel’s Glory Days
General views of Mama Shelter rooftop bar and lounge in Hollywood on Aug. 24, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. (AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
Guests at LOFT and Yes Way Rose Celebrate Summer in L.A. at Mama Shelter on Aug. 16, 2016, in Los Angeles, California. (Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for LOFT)
Guests at LOFT and Yes Way Rose Celebrate Summer in L.A. at Mama Shelter on Aug. 16, 2016, in Los Angeles, California. (Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for LOFT)
General view of atmosphere at LOFT and Yes Way Rose Celebrate Summer In L.A. at Mama Shelter on Aug. 16, 2016, in Los Angeles, California. (Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for LOFT)
No Clarity on Future Operations
It is unclear if the hotel, restaurant, or bar will continue to operate under different ownership or a different name. Mama Shelter L.A. thanked its guests and team in a farewell message, saying: “Thank you to our guests and thank you to our team for an amazing decade together. We are grateful for all the laughs, memories, and rooftop dance parties! Mama ❤️ Los Angeles.”
Conclusion
The sudden closure of Mama Shelter Los Angeles leaves the Hollywood community reeling, but fans of the rooftop hotspot are grateful for the memories made at the hotel and bar over the years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did Mama Shelter Los Angeles close?
A: Operators did not provide a reason for the sudden closure.
Q: Will the hotel or bar continue to operate under a different name?
A: It is unclear if the hotel, restaurant, or bar will continue to operate under different ownership or a different name.
Q: When did Mama Shelter Los Angeles announce its closure?
A: Operators announced the closure on Monday via Instagram.
Q: How long did Mama Shelter Los Angeles operate?
A: The hotel opened in 2015 and closed in 2025, making it nearly a decade-long operation.
