Encore Inn
3709 W Imperial Hwy, Inglewood, CA 90303, West Athens, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.0 / 5
Overview
Encore Inn is a 2-star budget property in West Athens (Inglewood), located at 3709 W Imperial Hwy, Inglewood, CA 90303. It holds a public rating of 3/5 based on 203 reviews, reflecting mixed guest experiences.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The inn offers access to major Los Angeles cultural and entertainment areas by car. Notable nearby points of interest include the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (~10.6 km), Venice Canal Historic District (~13.3 km), LACMA and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (~14.9 km), and downtown museums such as MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall (~15.8–16.0 km). Santa Monica attractions are also within reach, including Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica State Beach (~17.2–17.7 km).
What’s Documented On-Site
On-site amenities are not documented in the available property record. Travelers who require specific features (such as breakfast, parking, or in-room appliances) may want to confirm details directly with the property before arrival.
Best for
Encore Inn is best suited to travelers prioritizing a low-cost place to sleep with driving access to L.A. museums and attractions (from Exposition Park to Santa Monica and downtown). It may also appeal to guests who want to be positioned near the airport area, as some reviews cite convenient airport proximity. Travelers who are highly sensitive to cleanliness, odors, or noise may want to consider alternatives given recurring review concerns.
Travel tips
Plan to get around by car or rideshare: the listed attractions are generally 10–19 km away, including Exposition Park museums, downtown L.A. venues, and Santa Monica. If airport access is important, consider timing your arrival/departure for traffic on major routes near Inglewood. Because amenities are not documented and reviews are mixed, confirm key basics you care about (such as hot water expectations and room condition) before check-in.
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights a mix of value and service, with some travelers describing the staff as friendly and the rooms as affordable. Location convenience is mentioned, including proximity to the airport area and practical access by car to broader Los Angeles. At the same time, multiple reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, including dirty rooms/beds and unpleasant odors. Noise and comfort issues are also recurring themes, and some guests report problems such as lack of hot water and worries about pests and the surrounding environment.
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