North Star Holidays from NZ$2,347

If you want a pool that’s clean and fresh and DJ’d by the pool guy, stay here! Popcorn pops in the lobby where you can read the history of this former 1950’s Hollywood Hotel. The Metro is on the corner and parking is onsite for a small daily fee. There’s a security guard at night and a strip mall across the street with a large Ralph’s and a Ross. The rooms are large and clean! My only peeve was the bathtub floor needs a redo but everything else was amazing: staff, pool towels, lobby gift shop. It’s in ThaiTown/East Hollywood, not quite WeHo but safe if you stay alert and aware. Affordable, too!!

There is the feeling of dispondent bankruptcy about what once was an outstanding boutique hotel. There is no one to help with your luggage. There is only a student at the front desk, struggling to comply with all the travellers needs. Checking in, checking out, moving heavy suitcases around, room problems, telephone calls to front desk. Management is a remote camera. Requests only by email and are brusquely refused Gone are the amenities, in room coffee and water. To make matters worse, there is no cable TV. To US citizens it means watching TV on their phones or iPads and to non citizens this means, no TV other than three religious stations or two Chinese language. The once charming bar and dining area is now sheathed in darkness, which is approximately half of the reception. Suitable only for an overnight stay..

The hotel offers a truly memorable stay, blending comfort with a distinct sense of character that sets it apart from standard accommodations. From the moment of arrival, the atmosphere feels warm and thoughtfully designed, with staff who are attentive without being overwhelming.

Clean big spacious room