I stayed at the Renaissance Hollywood for the third time in March 2006. I enjoyed my stay, but for the first time at this hotel, I had several disappointments. I was there for 5 nights for both business and leisure. I stayed in a one bedroom suite on the thirteenth floor facing "southish" so I had a view of the city instead of the Hollywood Hills this time. The view was okay (the roof of the Kodak Theatre was right in front of me, though) and I missed seeing the Hollywood sign from my room, so I asked immediately if I could move. Even though the hotel was quite empty (compared to my prior two visits) they could not accomodate my request. That isn't that big of a deal, but I don't think the staff really tried.
Also, I requested a refrigerator in my room online two days before I arrived and it wasn't there upon my arrival (another reason I felt like asking for another room). It took me three calls to the front desk to get one in my room after that!
I also had to make more than one request for extra soap and towels.
Immediately upon my arrival I noticed a light bulb out in my bathroom. It was quickly replaced, but you think whoever prepped the room for arrival would have noticed it. Also there was gum stuck in the bedroom carpet, which was also quickly cleaned up after I reported it.
Also, the housekeeping staff varies in capability at this hotel. I tipped the same everyday, so I know that wasn't it. But on my last day the housekeeper took off the extra blanket I had put on the bed
and left the heavy comforter wadded up on the floor.
That night I also noticed gray marks on the edges of my bed sheets. I was too tired to report it and wait for the bed to be remaid, so I just went to sleep. I don't think the sheets were dirty, but worn sheets like that should not be put on a bed in a hotel like the Renaissance Hollywood. The housekeeper had to have noticed the marks.
I valet parked everyday, which is the most convienient thing to do here. However, I ended up being charged $24 dollars a day instead of the $22 quoted. Not a big deal, but I hate suprises.
The valet staff and bell-hops are extremely friendly at this hotel, unlike some of the staff at front desk. Not that anybody at the front desk was rude, just less friendly. And the concierge staff is even less friendly than they are. I think if they just think you are a tourist, they treat you a little less nice.
Also, the food at the hotel is average. Whoever raves about the room service at this place must work for the hotel. It is simply ok. If you want to eat closeby you will fare better in the Hollywood and Highland Courtyard. There are good restaurants there both expensive and moderately priced. And lots of fast food choices out there also.
I will stay here again because the location is EXCELLENT. However, I have lower expectations now.

i recently stayed at the rennaissance hollywood for the first time and was absolutely delighted! the rooms were very spacious and airy. the view was excellent- i was on the 13th floor with a view of hollywood blvd. all the way to santa monica!
the service was great from the moment i pulled up. valet handled my car while i checked in and then the bellhop was ready with my luggage as soon as i was checked in.
the staff was very helpful. i couldnt figure out how to work the tv internet, and a tech arrived to my room in minutes to explain everything.
the selection in the mini bar was great, the food on the room service menu was excellent. the bed was very comfortable! as were the chairs and other furniture.
this hotel is conveniently located next to a huge shopping center with everything i could want or need. it is also right next to the subway entrance as well as several major attrations.
i have already booked a suite for this month, and i'm sure i will continue to stay at this hotel in the future! price was reasonable for the degree of service. $259.00 per night

The trip started off bad (wrong flight time from a web-booking service, error with exact dates of reservation at hotel) so I assumed the rest of it would be dreadful too. I was wrong. Renaissance is a great hotel, both in service and atmosphere. Check-in took all of 5 minutes (AND we were 6 hours early). The meeting halls (I was there for a conference) were large and quiet. The room was clean and decorated professionally. The resturant was large, had great food with a simple menu, and had very helpful waiters (look for Jacob; a blonde haired, thin fellow with a constant smile and some excellent tips on navigating the city). The downside to this place (which may not be bad for everybody) was both a very small gym and a smaller pool.
Speaking of tips, take the Metro whenever you can. If you can't do that, rent a car (warning: Parking stinks in LA). Do NOT depend on taxis, which I did and I don't think I ever paid under $45 a trip (not including tip). Finally, if possible, avoid LAX. Without a doubt, the worst airport I've ever been in and I travel a fair amount.

I stayed here for 5 nights with a colleague in Jan 2006, primarily on business. Tripadvisor was the main reason for choosing this hotel and it did not disappoint.

First of all, by the official rates it is not a cheap place to stay but you will probably be able to do what we did and get a really good deal. Marriott have a "look no further" price guarantee where they will beat any other room rate assuming you've already made the booking direct on the Marriott website. It is not too difficult to find a far better rate at one of the travel sites and this is what I did. You have to send a screenshot as proof but I ended up getting a 60% discount on the published rate which I was very happy with.

However there was a mixup, when they applied our discount they also erased all the requests on the room type/beds/smoking etc. Luckily I spotted this a few days before departing and I must say that Marriott customer services were really excellent in getting the problem sorted out. Just be aware...

So we arrived at the hotel and I'm glad that I read someone else's review because you definitely should just park at the front, check in, drop your bags off and then move the car. The car park is a little inconvenient from the hotel but we got used to it and it is absolutely HUGE with spaces always available.

The 17th floor room was superb, just as expected. We were on the north side of the hotel which overlooks the hills and the Hollywood sign and it is quite a sight to wake up to. The decor and bedding were in excellent condition. We used the high speed internet access which worked great. Beds are REALLY comfortable and big which gave me a great night's sleep. Bathroom is just the same as you'd find in any hotel of this class, nothing more, nothing less.

We went to breakfast in the hotel for 2 or 3 times just out of convenience. It is expensive but good. Service was not very attentive though. One morning the waiter admitted that he couldn't find our bill and kinda shrugged his shoulders! Of course when I checked the bill at the end of our stay, he had managed to find it after all. Funny that!

In the adjoining mall there are several restaurants (Burgers, Italian, Pizza) which we went to in the evenings, these were fine for what they are.

As you'd expect the area is touristy which isn't really my thing, at night outside the mall there isn't really that much to do so you'd probably want to drive to another part of town.

So to sum up, a very slick and comfortable hotel. I would stay there again but will probably try something a little smaller and intimate next time I'm in LA.