The 21-room Inn at Playa Del Rey is an upper-middle-range bed and breakfast on the west side of LA that feels removed from the hubbub of the city. Despite its low-key vibe, the property is just under 10 minutes from LAX, and within a half-mile walk of great restaurants and the beach. Guest rooms are individually decorated in a classic New England style, and each has a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station; some have fireplaces, hot tubs, or balconies with views of the Ballona Wetlands. This homey yet modern property offers free hot breakfast, baked goods throughout the day, and evening wine and snacks. Free Wi-Fi, parking, and bike rentals are also offered. Interior and exterior noise can be an issue in some rooms.
The 21-room Inn at Playa Del Rey is an upper-middle-range bed and breakfast on the west side of LA that feels removed from the hubbub of the city. Despite its low-key vibe, the property is just under 10 minutes from LAX, and within a half-mile walk of great restaurants and the beach. Guest rooms are individually decorated in a classic New England style, and each has a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station; some have fireplaces, hot tubs, or balconies with views of the Ballona Wetlands. This homey yet modern property offers free hot breakfast, baked goods throughout the day, and evening wine and snacks. Free Wi-Fi, parking, and bike rentals are also offered. Interior and exterior noise can be an issue in some rooms.
The Ramada Los Angeles/Downtown West is a moderately priced, 130-room hotel at the edges of Koreatown and downtown Los Angeles. Rooms are clean and spacious and come with mini-fridges and microwaves -- but furniture is worn. Common areas are well-designed and comfortable and include a large lobby, an expansive breakfast area, two courtyards, and a small pool. Near the Staples Center, LA Live, and a number of restaurants, the hotel draws a mix of business and leisure customers. While there are buses nearby, the metro is not close, and the area is not ideal for walking around in at night. Plus, there's no full restaurant, and the gym is small.
The Ramada Los Angeles/Downtown West is a moderately priced, 130-room hotel at the edges of Koreatown and downtown Los Angeles. Rooms are clean and spacious and come with mini-fridges and microwaves -- but furniture is worn. Common areas are well-designed and comfortable and include a large lobby, an expansive breakfast area, two courtyards, and a small pool. Near the Staples Center, LA Live, and a number of restaurants, the hotel draws a mix of business and leisure customers. While there are buses nearby, the metro is not close, and the area is not ideal for walking around in at night. Plus, there's no full restaurant, and the gym is small.
The Americas Best Value Inn - Los Angeles/Hollywood is a small budget motel. While not in the nicest area of Hollywood, it is a short drive to a number of tourist attractions, such as the Kodak Theater, the Hollywood Bowl, and the Staples Center, and there are plenty of restaurants and shops in the vicinity. Rooms are a bit small, but have modern decor, making them a step above most budget accommodations. The motel has a small outdoor pool, free continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
The Americas Best Value Inn - Los Angeles/Hollywood is a small budget motel. While not in the nicest area of Hollywood, it is a short drive to a number of tourist attractions, such as the Kodak Theater, the Hollywood Bowl, and the Staples Center, and there are plenty of restaurants and shops in the vicinity. Rooms are a bit small, but have modern decor, making them a step above most budget accommodations. The motel has a small outdoor pool, free continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
The 31-room Super 8 Los Angeles/Culver City Area provides a sunny California haven for budget-minded couples and families, with a location close to the airport and beaches. Surprisingly modern and fresh rooms feature Los Angeles photographs, flat-screen TVs, and wooden-beamed ceilings, though rooms close to the road can be noisy. The hotel offers a smoking patio, a seasonal outdoor pool, vending machines, and a breakfast room, and while there is a wheelchair lift at the pool and accessible rooms, the hotel lacks an elevator.
The 31-room Super 8 Los Angeles/Culver City Area provides a sunny California haven for budget-minded couples and families, with a location close to the airport and beaches. Surprisingly modern and fresh rooms feature Los Angeles photographs, flat-screen TVs, and wooden-beamed ceilings, though rooms close to the road can be noisy. The hotel offers a smoking patio, a seasonal outdoor pool, vending machines, and a breakfast room, and while there is a wheelchair lift at the pool and accessible rooms, the hotel lacks an elevator.
This 300-room Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, literally an L.A. landmark, combines the shimmer of silver-screen history with a cutting-edge party scene centered around its multiple bars and massive pool. A terrific casual restaurant is open 24 hours, and service is surprisingly good. The rooms, though well designed, are smaller than average for L.A.
This 300-room Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, literally an L.A. landmark, combines the shimmer of silver-screen history with a cutting-edge party scene centered around its multiple bars and massive pool. A terrific casual restaurant is open 24 hours, and service is surprisingly good. The rooms, though well designed, are smaller than average for L.A.
Located steps from Hollywood Boulevard, the Magic Castle is a quirky, unpretentious 40-room hotel with simple, spacious rooms, an exhaustive list of free perks (Wi-Fi, breakfast, minibar treats), access to the exclusive Magic Castle club next door, and exceptional service. Overall, it's a terrific value and one of L.A.'s hidden gems.
Located steps from Hollywood Boulevard, the Magic Castle is a quirky, unpretentious 40-room hotel with simple, spacious rooms, an exhaustive list of free perks (Wi-Fi, breakfast, minibar treats), access to the exclusive Magic Castle club next door, and exceptional service. Overall, it's a terrific value and one of L.A.'s hidden gems.
The Freehand Los Angeles is as hip as its downtown Los Angeles location. The historic Commercial Exchange Building was transformed into an Instagram-friendly hotel aimed directly at millennial tourists. Features focus on fun and mingling, everywhere from the scenic rooftop pool to the ground floor communal workspace and bar with happy hour deals. Weekend DJ sets up the party factor, but the hotel still offers a good night's sleep. The 226 rooms are divided into typical King, Studio, and Suite categories, and it also offers Shared Rooms for four, six, or eight people -- and ensuite bathrooms. Finely curated decor prominently features local artists and textiles. One major downside? A daily facility fee. For a hip hotel on Sunset Boulevard, check rates at The Jeremy West Hollywood.
The Freehand Los Angeles is as hip as its downtown Los Angeles location. The historic Commercial Exchange Building was transformed into an Instagram-friendly hotel aimed directly at millennial tourists. Features focus on fun and mingling, everywhere from the scenic rooftop pool to the ground floor communal workspace and bar with happy hour deals. Weekend DJ sets up the party factor, but the hotel still offers a good night's sleep. The 226 rooms are divided into typical King, Studio, and Suite categories, and it also offers Shared Rooms for four, six, or eight people -- and ensuite bathrooms. Finely curated decor prominently features local artists and textiles. One major downside? A daily facility fee. For a hip hotel on Sunset Boulevard, check rates at The Jeremy West Hollywood.
A chain hotel near LAX Airport and the 405 freeway, The Westin Los Angeles Airport is a 740-room giant with extra amenities like New Balance workout gear for rent and in-room spa treatments. There are three on-site dining options including the Daily Grill for a sit-down meal or lobby cafe for takeaway snacks and beverages. Rooms are generic, but do have signature comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs. There is an outdoor pool and hot tub, free shuttle to LAX airport, and Zipcar service available on-site but there is a fee for Wi-Fi. Guests looking for a more upscale pool experience should check out the nearby Custom Hotel with a multi tiered pool deck and fire pit.
A chain hotel near LAX Airport and the 405 freeway, The Westin Los Angeles Airport is a 740-room giant with extra amenities like New Balance workout gear for rent and in-room spa treatments. There are three on-site dining options including the Daily Grill for a sit-down meal or lobby cafe for takeaway snacks and beverages. Rooms are generic, but do have signature comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs. There is an outdoor pool and hot tub, free shuttle to LAX airport, and Zipcar service available on-site but there is a fee for Wi-Fi. Guests looking for a more upscale pool experience should check out the nearby Custom Hotel with a multi tiered pool deck and fire pit.
