Kool Kids Club - Indoor Playground & Birthday Party in Los Angeles
Rating
Family of 4
$50-70 total (admission ~$12-15/child, adults free or reduced)
Duration
1.5-2 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 1-6
About
Kool Kids Club in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles is the kind of indoor playground that locals discover and keep to themselves. With a 4.8-star rating built on genuine family experiences rather than marketing, it punches above its weight for what it offers to the toddler and preschool set.
The space is purpose-built for younger children — ages 1 to 6 — with soft-play equipment that's age-appropriate in both scale and challenge level. Unlike the sprawling mega-playscapes where toddlers get lost in the chaos, Kool Kids Club is sized in a way that parents can actually keep eyes on kids without constant sprinting. This matters a lot when you're dealing with a 2-year-old with newfound independence.
Weekday mornings are the prime visit time. With the weekend schedule dominated by birthday parties, Tuesday through Friday mornings can feel almost private. You get full access to the equipment, patient staff, and none of the overstimulation that packed weekend sessions bring.
The Westlake neighborhood location, near MacArthur Park, is one of the most culturally vibrant parts of LA — Central American, Korean, and Mexican influences create a food scene that's excellent and affordable once you leave the venue. Parking requires some patience in this dense neighborhood, so arrive earlier than you think you need to.
For families in the Echo Park, Koreatown, or Downtown LA area looking for a reliable indoor play option, Kool Kids Club is worth adding to the rotation.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Limited
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings for smallest crowds
Wait Times
Minimal — a smaller, neighborhood-focused facility
Nearby Food
The Westlake/Alvarado area has many Central American and Mexican restaurants within walking distance. MacArthur Park Lake area has food vendors. Koreatown is a short drive east for family-friendly Korean BBQ.
Why Kids Love It
Kool Kids Club in the Westlake neighborhood is a smaller, community-focused indoor playground with a 4. 8 rating that tells the story — parents who find it tend to become regulars. The soft-play equipment is appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers, and the smaller scale means kids can see their parents from anywhere in the space.
Weekend birthday parties fill the schedule, so weekday visits feel like having the place to yourselves.
What Parents Say
“I took my toddler and he had a lot fun playing in the different sections.”
From Reddit Parents
“They look like enemies from Bayonetta and Persona, pretty cool!”
Pro Tips from Parents
- High 4.8 rating with relatively few reviews — a sign of quality rather than just volume
- Smaller space means better parent visibility of toddlers
- Call ahead before visiting as hours and availability can shift around birthday party bookings
- Located in Westlake near MacArthur Park — parking can be tight so arrive early
- Grip socks required — bring extras
What to Bring
- Grip socks
- Snacks and water
- Change of clothes
Cost Info
Admission Prices
- Child
- free
Tips to Save
- Check for sibling discounts and punch cards for repeat visitors.
- Weekday admission is often lower than weekend.
- Bringing your own snacks eliminates any on-site food costs.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10AM-6PM
- Monday
- 10AM-6PM
- Sunday
- 10AM-6PM
- Tuesday
- 10AM-6PM
- Saturday
- 10AM-6PM
- Thursday
- 10AM-6PM
- Wednesday
- 10AM-6PM