The Hoxton, Downtown LA

The Hoxton, Downtown LA, a Michelin Key Selected property, offers a vibrant and stylish experience in the heart of Los Angeles. Housed in a beautifully renovated 1922 Beaux-Arts building, the hotel blends historic charm with a "laid-back California cool" and "urban cool" aesthetic.

1. Overall Rating & Sentiment

The general consensus for The Hoxton, Downtown LA is overwhelmingly positive, with guests frequently praising its chic design, friendly staff, and excellent amenities. Verified guest reviews on Tablet Hotels rate the hotel at 19.3 out of 20 overall, with high scores for cleanliness (20.0), rooms (19.4), and public spaces (19.0). On Booking.com, it scores an average of 8.1 ("Very Good") from over 500 reviews, with staff and comfort receiving high marks. Solo travelers, in particular, have given it an average rating of 8.6.

2. Key Highlights

Guests consistently rave about several aspects of The Hoxton, Downtown LA:

• Design & Ambiance: The hotel's "vintage vibes," "creative decor," and "beautifully decorated" interiors, blending century-old charm with modern luxury, are frequently lauded. The lobby itself is designed as a communal space where guests and locals can linger.
• Rooftop Pool & Bar: The rooftop area, featuring a pool, bar, and Peruvian-inspired restaurant (Cabra), is a major draw, offering "sensational" city views and a lively atmosphere.
• Service: Exceptional and friendly service is a recurring highlight, with staff often described as "helpful," "laid-back," and "charming."
• Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, pet-friendly policies, and free use of bicycles are popular amenities. The hotel also offers spa services and a garden.

3. Room Quality

The 174 rooms at The Hoxton, Downtown LA are described as comfortable, calm, and stylish, with a blend of "beachy California meets old school Hollywood glamour." Even the "Cozy" rooms are thoughtfully laid out and don't feel cramped.

• Design: Rooms feature chevron wood floors, statement headboards, velvet armchairs, palm-printed cushions, and House of Hackney wallpapers, nodding to the brand's East London roots. Luxe touches include Marshall bedside radios and hand-selected books.
• Comfort: Guests praise the comfortable beds, with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Showers receive high marks for strong water pressure and are often described as "great" or "fantastic" walk-in "waterfall" showers with designer toiletries.
• Amenities: Rooms include minibars, safes, 43-inch LED TVs with cable channels, complimentary bottled water, and free local, long-distance, and international calls. Some rooms offer city views. However, some guests noted the absence of a formal desk in smaller rooms and limited storage with just a clothing rail instead of a wardrobe.

4. Dining Experience

The Hoxton, Downtown LA offers a diverse and highly-rated dining experience with two primary restaurants:

• Moonlark's Dinette: Located downstairs, this "up-market diner" serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, taking the classic diner concept to a "much more stylish place." Reviewers have described breakfast dishes like Eggs Benedict (with homemade English muffins and delicious hollandaise) and French Toast as "phenomenal" and "worth the trip alone."
• Cabra: Situated on the rooftop next to the pool, Cabra offers Peruvian-inspired bites and a bar that spills out onto the terrace. Guests enjoy the "alfresco dining" and the "sensational" views from the rooftop.
• Other options: There's also a cozy coffee bar and pastry shop in the lobby. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily for a surcharge. Room service is also offered during limited hours.

5. Service & Staff

The staff at The Hoxton, Downtown LA consistently receives high praise for being "exceptionally friendly and helpful," "charming," and "super staff, ready to help and smiling." They are often described as laid-back, knowledgeable about the neighborhood, and eager to offer local suggestions. Guests appreciate the efficient valet service and easy check-in process, with some even receiving complimentary upgrades when rooms were overbooked.

6. Location & Accessibility

The hotel is strategically located on Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles' Fashion District, a revitalized area with a mix of historic architecture and new developments.

• Neighborhood: While Downtown LA can still be "rough around the edges," The Hoxton is in a "much better part of downtown" than some guests anticipated, feeling both "chill, hip, and central."
• Attractions: It offers easy access to a wide range of attractions. It's a short walk to The Belasco Theater (2 minutes), Orpheum Theatre (5 minutes), L.A. Live (12 minutes), and Crypto.com Arena (11-12 minutes). Grand Central Market, The Broad Museum, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall are also easily accessible.
• Transport: Public transportation is considered "a breeze." The hotel is a short walk from several Metro stations including Pico Metro Station, Pershing Square Subway Station, and 7th Street/Metro Center Metro Station, allowing for easy exploration of the city. It's also about a 30-minute taxi or ride-share from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

7. Value & Pricing

The Hoxton, Downtown LA is considered an "affordable luxury" option in Los Angeles.

• Price Range: Typical room rates have been observed to range from approximately $105 to $221 nightly for queen/double rooms and $167 to $299 for king rooms, with suites ranging from $300 to $600. The average room rate in the past month was around $219.66, which is slightly below the city's average.
• Additional Costs: Guests should be aware of a destination fee (around $40.67 including tax) and a service fee ($15) collected upon check-in. Parking can also be a significant expense, with valet parking at $60 per night, though independent parking nearby may be cheaper.

8. Common Complaints

While generally well-received, some recurring issues and criticisms have been noted by guests:

• Noise: Being in a bustling downtown location, some guests have experienced noise from the street, even in higher rooms, due to thin windows.
• Outdated Technology: Several reviews mention that the in-room televisions are "very outdated" with no options to stream or connect devices, which is seen as a lacking feature in a modern hotel.
• Room Layout/Features: A few guests found the room size small, or had issues with the placement of shelves making luggage access difficult. Some also noted the absence of a proper wardrobe.
• Service Inconsistencies: While staff are largely praised, isolated incidents of "curt and unfriendly" front desk staff or staff seeming "a little put out" when asked for assistance have been reported. There was also a complaint about a rooftop bar not being open during posted hours.
• Dining/App Functionality: One guest reported a "very limited and underwhelming" food menu and non-functional QR ordering system for room service or poolside.
• Parking Cost: The high cost of valet parking ($60 per night) is a frequent point of contention, with some feeling it's an intentional overcharge compared to nearby independent lots.

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