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Hotel Erwin: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
1697 Pacific Avenue, Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Pasadena
1 review
“Excellent hotel, fabulous service, great room amenities, excellent ocean view :)”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012

Last weekend I stayed two nights at the Hotel Eriwn in Venice Beach - WOW, what an exceptional hotel for the price and location. The ENTIRE staff were so friendly and knowledgeable. Lisette in reservations gave me excellent customer service and was very friendly. At check-in Yerin was so welcoming and kind - making sure everything I needed was handeld. And as I walked passed the reception area several times throughout the weekend she greeted me with my name and was genuinely happy that I was having a such a great time. I had a king, ocean view suite that was very spacious and nicely appointed. I was impressed with the LATHER bath toiletries and the towels and bed lines were of good quality. ALL the meals and cockails were superb. My breakfast of poached eggs, toast, sausage was awesome. Each breakfast was homeade to order, which I found quite impressive - and served quickly and efficiently. All the wait-staff and servers were people who cared about what they were doing and enjoyed their jobs - isn't that refreshing!!!!! And lastly the view from the roof top bar was amazing. You could see all the way north and south our beautiful California coastline with no obstruciton of the view - just perfect at sunset :) All in all, for the location and the price you can not beat this hotel. I have lived in Los Angeles (Pasadena) my entire life and I think this hotel is perfect :)

Room Tip: Large, corner suite was aweome with great views :) You can hear the ocean waves. You have a choice...
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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scastady, Manager at Hotel Erwin, responded to this review
November 29, 2012
Dear Laura T,

From the entire staff here at Erwin, thank you so much for the wonderful comments. The team was so pleased to read it and reviews like this always make their day. We hope that you come to visit again soon and Happy Holidays!

Best,
Sean Castady
Rooms Division Manager
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Atlanta, Georgia
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41 reviews 41 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Great boutique find!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012

I liked this hotel so much I hate to share it on here. LOL. We stayed here two months ago & have already booked a few days in December. Twice in one year - what a treat! This is an awesome retro hotel with a bar on the rooftop with spectacular views at sunset. Great little restaurant on the first floor. We felt safe and it was a laid back location. You walk one block over to the beach and there is a police substation right there between the beach and road. We had a little balcony with 2 chairs. It is nice to be able to step outside & get fresh air when you want too. I personally love a balcony. Venice Bch obviously is an eclectic place to itself so you have to like that sort of thing to enjoy this hotel. We had an awesome time. Bfast was really good and eco-friendly downstairs using local farmers products.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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scastady, Manager at Hotel Erwin, responded to this review
November 29, 2012
Dear pchess 12345,

Although you tried to be secret about it, we do thank you for taking the time to share your stay with us on Trip Advisor. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed everything Hotel Erwin and Venice Beach have to offer. Come back soon!

Best,
Sean Castady
Rooms Division Manager
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London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Fantastic Location and Helpful Staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012

Really enjoyed my stay here, location is right on Venice Beach and easy walking to Santa Monica and Abbot Kinney. Rooftop bar is great (weather dependant). Rooms if fairly basic are very clean and comfortable and expereinced no problems with noise as some indicate. Single lift could be a problem if busy. Hope to be back soon!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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scastady, Manager at Hotel Erwin, responded to this review
November 29, 2012
Dear MatthewB,

We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Hotel Erwin. Thanks for choosing us over the many hotels in the area. I see you found Abbott Kinney Blvd which a little hidden secret for travelers in the area. Hope to see you back soon!

Best,
Sean Castady
Rooms Division Manager
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Hoboken, NJ
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42 reviews 42 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Funky Hotel in Venice Beach”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012

My fiance and I stayed in LA for a few days at the end of a PCH trip starting in San Fran. We upgraded to an ocean view room and had a nice balcony to sit out and relax on. The room was big and very clean. Staff at the front desk were very helpful in showing us where to go and directions to restaurants we were dining at. The rooftop bar at the hotel was also very swanky and fun. I happened to get engaged in LA so we had a great time celebrating here! We went up there during the day for a beverage as well as at night for happy hour drinks. I don't know if I would ever stay in Venice Beach again, but if that is your destination this is the best hotel out there.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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scastady, Manager at Hotel Erwin, responded to this review
November 29, 2012
Dear Migs17,

Congratulations on your engagement! We are delighted to hear that you choose Hotel Erwin to celebrate. Thank you for the great comments about the hotel and the staff, we will make sure to share this with them. Have a great day!

Best,
Sean Castady
Rooms Division Manager
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Fargo, North Dakota
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“nice hotel, but unless you love homeless people...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2012

The hotel is ok. Terrible location. The bad part of Venice. In the morning you have to dodge the homeless and the passed out people to get to the beach. Not a safe place for only women. Even as a couple we were harassed constantly. Your at least a mile from any resturant worth going to. So not much for location... The hotel, staff is a 4 out of 5. But no one going over the top. The rooms are that cheesy 70's vibe that someone decided to keep and paint in some cool colors and charge 3 times what it is worth. LA is a great hotel market. Lots of other choices in the area.
Looking at the reviews, if you love this hotel, let me guess, your 25, smoke pot and dont get up til noon. Just saying...

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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scastady, Manager at Hotel Erwin, responded to this review
November 29, 2012
Dear bblackonline,

We apologize that you found the area around the hotel disappointing and not to your liking. Venice Beach is a very diverse and eclectic area that attracts a wide arrange of cultures, which makes this such a special place to visit. Hotel Erwin is great for leisure travel but we are also highly ranked as the #6 hotel in Los Angeles for business travel. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience here in Venice and we hope that you reconsider us the next time you’re in LA.

Best,
Sean Castady
Rooms Division Manager
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Additional Information about Hotel Erwin

Also Known As:
Erwin Hotel Los Angeles
Best Western Los Angeles
Los Angeles Best Western
Address: 1697 Pacific Avenue, Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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Region: United States > California > Los Angeles
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#17 Business Hotels in Los Angeles
#24 Family Hotels in Los Angeles
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
If you are looking for an energized, personable, legendary guest experience and luxurious escape in an unbeatable location Hotel Erwin is your home away from home. Located in Venice Beach, California, Hotel Erwin overlooks the Pacific Ocean and endless expanses of sand and entertainment. While relaxing with us be sure to check out our breathtaking rooftop bar High and to take in a sunset that will last a lifetime. Our restaurant, Barlo, serves up breakfast and dinner and provides a stimulating alternative to the normal bland hotel dining experience. Close to Santa Monica, Los Angeles, Culver City, Beverly Hills and Marina del Rey, this Venice Beach luxurious hotel is your doorway to explore the beauty of Southern California. Nearby freeways and Los Angeles International airport give you easy access to come and go. A mere 200 feet from the sand and overlooking the famous boardwalk, Hotel Erwin is a pure Venice Beach experience with a level of customer service excellence that simply can't be beat! ... more   less 
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