Alexandria Hotel

501 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, East Los Angeles, United States

Guest rating: 3.8 / 5

Overview

Alexandria Hotel is housed in a historic building originally constructed as a luxury hotel at the beginning of the 20th century, when this area was considered the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Today it functions as a budget-leaning, central-base stay with a mix of classic character and an older, dated feel noted by some guests. Star classification is not documented.

Location

The hotel is located at 501 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 in the greater East Los Angeles area, with many major Downtown LA sights within walking distance. Grand Central Market is about 412 m away, The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) is about 669 m, The Broad about 807 m, and Walt Disney Concert Hall about 900 m. Crypto.com Arena is around 1.66 km away, and Dodger Stadium is about 3.10 km away.

Rooms & value

Guest feedback points to smaller rooms and low prices as a recurring theme, suggesting this property is often chosen for affordability rather than space. Reviews also indicate a mix of experiences, including comments about the building feeling old/dated. Specific in-room features and on-site amenities are not documented in the available information.

What to see nearby

Beyond Downtown attractions, several marquee Los Angeles destinations are within a longer ride: Griffith Observatory is about 9.18 km away and the Hollywood Walk of Fame about 9.50 km away. The TCL Chinese Theatre (about 10.36 km), Hollywood Bowl (about 10.94 km), and the Hollywood Sign (about 11.69 km) are also farther afield. Universal Studios Hollywood is approximately 13.80 km away, and LACMA is about 10.23 km away.

Best for

This hotel best fits travelers who want an inexpensive base in Downtown Los Angeles with quick access to major cultural stops like MOCA, The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Grand Central Market (all within roughly 1 km). It can also suit visitors attending events at Crypto.com Arena (about 1.66 km) who prioritize location and price over larger rooms or modern finishes.

Travel tips

If your itinerary centers on Downtown LA museums and food halls, plan to walk: Grand Central Market, MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall are all within about a 5–15 minute walk depending on pace. For Hollywood-area sights (Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Bowl) and theme-park days (Universal Studios Hollywood), expect a longer cross-city trip compared with staying in Hollywood. Because amenities and services are not documented, confirm essential needs (parking, luggage storage, and any on-site offerings) directly with the property before arrival.

What guests say

Reviews frequently characterize the property as value-oriented, with low prices and smaller rooms. Guests also mention the building feeling old and dated, which may matter if you prefer a more modern stay. Service experiences appear mixed, with at least one account describing unprofessional behavior from a representative. Cleanliness and comfort feedback is inconsistent, including at least one comment reporting no issues with bugs, while another review raises concerns about on-site event handling and perceived safety.

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