Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in West Hollywood, CA
Ranked top 10 for West Hollywood, CA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from West Hollywood. Updated weekly. See the full Los Angeles top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near West Hollywood usually means weighing two things at once: how good the shop actually is, and how far you're realistically willing to drive for it. This guide solves both. We pulled every verified studio within 15 miles of West Hollywood, then ranked them against the wider Los Angeles market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
West Hollywood sits inside the Los Angeles tattoo scene, which means residents get the benefit of big-city talent without big-city wait times. The shops below range from neighborhood walk-in studios to appointment-only specialists known across CA for custom work. Whether you're booking your first piece or adding to a full sleeve, the list is ordered to put the strongest match for West Hollywood at the top.
What to expect from this list
- Verified ratings only. Every shop has real review history — we exclude studios with no public track record.
- Distance from West Hollywood. Each listing shows exact mileage so you can balance quality against drive time.
- Style tags. Filter by what you actually want inked — fine line, traditional, blackwork, realism, Japanese, and more.
- Booking signals. We flag walk-in availability, price tier, and direct links to each studio's site and Instagram.
- Refreshed weekly. Rankings move as new reviews land — no stale "best of 2019" lists.
- No.1
Ganga Tattoo Studio
4.9(592)In West Hollywood$$Our top pick for West Hollywood — right in West Hollywood, with 592 verified reviews averaging 4.9★.
- No.2
The Honorable Society Tattoo Shop
4.9(1,758)0.7 mi from West Hollywood$$The Honorable Society Tattoo Shop is a tattoo studio in West Hollywood.
- No.3
Ancient Adornments Body Piercing
4.7(297)0.7 mi from West Hollywood$$Ancient Adornments Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in West Hollywood.
- No.4
ARTISTA by Motis TATTOOS
4.9(364)1.1 mi from West Hollywood$$ARTISTA by Motis TATTOOS is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.5
Generation8Tattoo
4.7(281)1.0 mi from West Hollywood$$Generation8Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.6
Body Electric Tattoos & Piercings
4.7(239)0.9 mi from West Hollywood$$Body Electric Tattoos & Piercings is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.7
Malaka Tattoo Collective
4.9(230)1.1 mi from West Hollywood$$Malaka Tattoo Collective is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.8
Old Tradition Tattoo
4.9(667)1.8 mi from West Hollywood$$Old Tradition Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.9
B36 Tattoo & Piercing Studio
5.0(109)0.6 mi from West Hollywood$$B36 Tattoo & Piercing Studio is a tattoo studio in Los Angeles.
- No.10
Site Of Grace Tattoo
4.8(60)In West Hollywood$$Site Of Grace Tattoo is a tattoo studio in West Hollywood.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near West Hollywood, CA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Ganga Tattoo Studio ranks #1 for West Hollywood. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from West Hollywood.
Are these shops actually in West Hollywood?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of West Hollywood — the realistic radius most people drive for a tattoo appointment. Each listing shows its distance and neighborhood so you can pick what's convenient.
How much do tattoos cost near West Hollywood?+
Most reputable studios in the Los Angeles area charge $150–$250 per hour for custom work, with shop minimums around $80–$120. Specialists and well-known artists routinely run $300+ per hour. Always confirm pricing during your consultation.
How often is this list updated?+
Our shop data refreshes weekly — ratings, review counts, and rankings reflect the most recent verified data from each studio.
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