The Park Cienega Guesthouse Los Angeles is on South La Cienega Boulevard and works more like a small hotel: 24-hour reception, a private bathroom, and a microwave and fridge in the room. It is a good fit if you arrive at any hour and want some independence.
Location and getting around
The address is 1777 South La Cienega Boulevard, ZIP code 90035. LACMA is about 2.6 km away and Rodeo Drive (Beverly Hills) is 3.6 km away.
UCLA is 6.8 km away and the Hollywood Walk of Fame (the Chinese Theatre) is 7.1 km away. To get around, use a car, a taxi or public transport. LAX is 11.9 km away in a straight line.
Rooms and facilities
Each room has air conditioning, a 42-inch TV with cable channels and a dining area with a microwave, fridge and coffee maker. The bathroom is private, with a bath or shower and a hairdryer.
Reception is open 24 hours, there is free Wi-Fi and a drinks vending machine.
Who it suits
- If your flight lands at night and you need a reception that is open.
- If you want to heat up food and keep drinks cold in your room.
- If you are travelling for work and want your own bathroom and a TV.
Good to know
With a permanent reception you can arrive in the early hours, although your room is not guaranteed before 14:00. Check-in is from that time and check-out is until 11:00. You will need photo ID and a credit card to check in.
There is no breakfast and parking is not mentioned. If you are driving, ask reception where to leave the car. More options in guesthouses.