My girlfriend and I had a business trip in LA and we wanted a reasonably priced hotel close to Hollywood. The Avalon was a great choice! All the staff were phenomenally friendly, personable and willing to assist. I felt like I got to know each of them! The hotel feels like you have stepped back into the 50's with a central pool and the rooms around the outside, but I feel like that adds to the overall charm. We were in room 204 and it was super quiet and very nice. There was no hustle and bustle that you get in a large chain and all our needs were attended to. The Happy Hour was such great value too. We are definitely coming back when we come back to LA in Jan 2013!

The Avalon Hotel was really nice and new. Has a heated pool in the center with the rooms all surrounding it however the rooms are not enclosed in one main building which we were surprised of when we arrived. You can't really tell that when you look at the website. But it wasn't really a problem for us. The rooms are nice and modern. The restaurant downstairs has a great Happy Hour and the food was really good. There are cabana areas you can use both for when you are using the pool or when youre enjoying a cocktail from the bar. They also have free wifi which we were thrilled with. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others for its location and service. Front desk were very accommodating and friendly. Just make sure you are ok with the rooms being accessed from outside and facing th center pool area.

One of the coolest little hotels stay at in LA! Super friendly staff (especially Alessandro & Ahmed!). Clean rooms, hip environment, good toiletries, 11am checkout, and comfortable beds. We didn't try the restaurant (the Oliverio) but it looked really good. The only thing I didn't like was no parking available; the $22+ valet cost was not ideal. That being said, I would still highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting LA!

If you like a boutique hotel with gracious staff this is your place. Three of shared a room tat was quite spacious, Caen and well laid out. We ad two queen beds long low cabinets fr clothes a tall and wide wardrobe and a large marle desk set in a cove that provided privacy. The bathroom was all marble and mirror with a good size shower(no tub) and Kentucky of shelving. The towels were plush and abundant. Beds were firm which I liked and the bedding was comfy. One oddity was the lack of a top sheet. This would make the bed perfect. The down pillows were delightful.

In the lobby the hotel offers an outside lounge and restaurant area around the pool. The seating is varied and comfortable with heaters everywhere to ake the chill out. The food is tasty although the menu is limited and unique. After a few days with te ame menu we found t a little stall although we all enjoyed breakfast every morning. We ask enjoyed cocktails in the evening. We were in good company as many small groups seem to congregate at this hotel.

The staff is notable. In particular we enjoyed the attention to detail provided by Francis and by the valets who took good care of us and our car., we would definitely stay here again. Ts f practical shopping within walking distance and fun sights too.