FOR THE HIPSTER:
THE STANDARD
550 SOUTH FLOWER, LOS ANGELES CA 90071
RANGE $243-265 MEDIUM ROOM, PENTHOUSE 508.50 WOW
F&M NOTES (GREAT BREAKFAST – NEXT TO GREAT BARS/ RESTAURANTS - FUN ROOF TOP POOL LOUNGE/ BAR- CLOSE TO STAPLES CENTER)
Originally constructed as the headquarters of Superior Oil, The Standard, Downtown LA is Mid-Century California architecture par excellence. Smack-dab in the center of booming Downtown Los Angeles, the 207-room hotel features massive guest rooms, a rooftop pool and bar with stunning panoramic views of LA, a rooftop beer garden serving traditional German food and beer, a stellar 24-hour restaurant, and the full-service Ping-Pong club SPiN Standard. There is also a quarry’s worth of marble on the façade and covering the lobby, which is, well, very impressive. All rooms feature oversized guest rooms, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service, overstocked minibars, super comfy beds Egyptian cotton sheets, fluffy down pillows, big sunny windows that open giant mirrors, huge TVs, Bluetooth audio speakers, custom bath amenities, cozy robes x-large bath towels, mood lighting, extra-long work desks, pet-friendly, 24-hour gym.
ACE HOTEL DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
929 SOUTH BROADWAY,
LOS ANGELES CA 90012
(213) 623-3233
RANGE $354-$504 MEDIUM ROOM, LOFT HIGHER
F&M NOTES (ATTACHED TO A BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC THEATER, NEXT TO GREAT BARS/ RESTAURANTS)
Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles opened early 2014 in the historic United Artists building in Downtown LA. It is an ornate, storied and vibrant Los Angeles gem. Downtown is undergoing a renaissance. Built in 1927 for the maverick film studio, the UA theater and tower stand as monuments to a group of seminal American artists pushing out on their own.
FOR THE FAMILY:
THE WESTIN BONAVENTURE HOTEL & SUITES,
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
404 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90071, United States
Phone: 213-624-1000
Range$242 - $299
F&M NOTES (EXTERIOR GLASS ELEVATORS, SO COOL- FUN POOL – NEXT TO AMAZING LIBRARY - LOTS OF ROOM FOR KIDS TO RUN AROUND)
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites provides the ultimate urban oasis in the heart of the Los Angeles business district. Elegantly presiding over the City of Angels, an international symbol that has come to represent the beauty and sophistication of the city itself, this famous Westin Los Angeles hotel is one of the most photographed destinations in the world. Stroll through the atrium lobby, and you'll immediately see why. Luxurious accommodations define the essence of modern luxury. Enjoy spectacular skyline views, access to over 40 specialty boutiques and restaurants, and unparalleled meeting and conference facilities. Discover LA's largest convention hotel - widely regarded as a "City-within-a City" - sure to surpass all expectations.
Millennium Biltmore
506 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA90007
(213) 624 1011
Range $173.00-$212.00
F&M NOTES (BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC HOTEL, TEA ROOM AND INDOOR POOL)
Millennium Biltmore Hotel has been the premier choice for celebrities, presidents and dignitaries in downtown LA for more than 90 years. Few Los Angeles hotels boast the ideal locale and sumptuous comforts this upscale hotel has to offer. Situated at the heart of L.A's vibrant cultural district, the elegant hotel is just steps away from major LA attractions, such as L.A. Live, The Broad museum, the Ahmanson Theatre, Walt Disney Concert Hall and Dodger Stadium.
NEXT DOOR:
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON LOS ANGELES DOWNTOWN: KYOTO GRAND
120 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 629-1200
RANGE: $329- $339
F&M NOTES (ONE BLOCK AWAY FROM YOUNGER- HARRIS BUILDING, 3 BLOCKS TO WEDDING- FUN LOCATION IN LITTLE TOYKO- TEA GARDEN ON ROOF TOP)
The Doubletree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown is your relaxing hideaway amongst the bustling attractions and businesses nearby. Enjoy a fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie at check-in, and after a long day settle into a blissful night's sleep in our Sweet Dreams by Doubletree beds. Take advantage of an array of amenities including our 24-hour fitness center, modern business center, complimentary basic Internet access, and onsite dining options. Our newly renovated accommodations, friendly hotel staff, and upscale services are ideal for your next stay in LA.
Nestled in the heart of Little Tokyo, our Los Angeles hotel features unique interior décor with Japanese touches throughout the and the serene rooftop Kyoto Gardens. The garden and several suites feature breathtaking skyline views of nearby LA City Hall, the Financial District, and beyond. During your stay, easily walk to Walt Disney Concert Hall and Union Station, or take our complimentary courtesy transportation* to an array of nearby attractions like the Staples Center, L.A. Live, Bunker Hill, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Dodger Stadium.
ON A BUDGET:
MIYAKO HOTEL LOS ANGELES
328 E 1ST ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
(213) 617-2000
RANGE: WEDDING DEAL: $179 - 5 ROOMS FOR A BLOCK
F&M NOTES (NICE CLEAN ROOMS, IN THE HEART OF LITTLE TOKYO, DEAL MADE FOR THE WEDDING)
This contemporary hotel fronted by a towering wooden pagoda in the Little Tokyo Historic District is a block from the Japanese American National Museum and the closest light-rail station.
Relaxed, minimalist quarters with glossy wood furnishings feature free Wi-Fi, plus minifridges, flat-screen TVs and heated bidets. Upgraded rooms add Japanese-style oversized tubs and rainfall showerheads.
Amenities include a sushi bar, a cocktail and karaoke lounge, and a cafe serving light bites. Guests receive discounted admission to the on-site spa, which offers massages and body treatments for a fee, and also has Jacuzzis, saunas and a steam room.
METRO PLAZA
711 N. MAIN STREET(CROSS CESAR CHAVEZ)
LOS ANGELES, 90012
RANGE - $119- 125
F&M NOTES (NICE CLEAN ROOMS, CLOSE TO OLIVERA STREET AND CHINA TOWN)
The Metro Plaza Hotel is a modern metropolitan hotel deep in the heart of one of L.A.'s most historic quarters. Nestled between City Hall, Union Station, Olvera Street and Chinatown, this juxtaposition of contemporary style amidst a traditional setting gives the Metro Plaza Hotel distinctiveness not easily found in a city hotel, particularly in Los Angeles.
