Starwood (nightclub)
The Starwood entrance in early 1979. | |
| Former names | P.J.'s (1961-1973) |
|---|---|
| Address | 8151 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90046 United States |
| Coordinates | 34°05′28″N 118°22′00″W / 34.091028°N 118.366643°W |
| Owner | Eddie Nash |
| Type | Nightclub, music venue |
| Genre(s) | Entertainment |
| Capacity | 800 (500 seated) 400 standing at the Rock Room |
| Opened | 1973 |
| Closed | June 13, 1981 |
| Years active | 8 |
The Starwood was a popular nightclub and music venue in West Hollywood, California from early 1973 to 1981. Many punk bands and heavy metal bands, including Van Halen, started their careers playing at the club. The Starwood was located on the northwest corner of Santa Monica Blvd. and Crescent Heights Blvd.