No, there aren't any retail establishments up in the hills, which is why people pay millions to live up there. People who live in the Hollywood Hills value their privacy and safety, which is why there are no stores, restaurants, or bars/clubs up there. Hollywood along the boulevard already has a big problem with homelessness and crime, which is why people are willing to pay a fortune to live up in the hills. As far as driving to retailers and restaurants is concerned, it's not that big of a hassle. Or to put it another way, it's not a bigger hassle than normal L.A. traffic. If you want to compromise between the views and being in the middle of all the action, get a room at Loews in Hollywood at the Hollywood and Highland shopping center. Get a room relatively high up facing the south side of L.A. Or get an AirBnB up one of the streets from Franklin Avenue (north of the street) in Franklin Village (Hollywood), which is a trendy/hipster area of Hollywood. Find an AirBnB off of Bronson Avenue in the Franklin District, which is walking distance near stores on Franklin Avenue. Driving to restaurants/shops on Hollywood & Sunset is quick and easy.