Hilton Checkers Los Angeles
535 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071, Los Angeles, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Hilton Checkers Los Angeles is a 3-star hotel in a 1920s building in Downtown Los Angeles, positioned for quick access to major cultural venues and DTLA attractions. The property is described as genteel and polished, with a public rating of 4/5 based on 1,715 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as relaxed and include flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms, desks, and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas, and some accommodations include patios and/or fireplaces.
Dining & Bar
On-site, the hotel has an elegant restaurant and a polished bar. Breakfast is available for a fee, and guest feedback notes that dining options may be more limited later in the day.
Amenities & Spaces
Amenities mentioned include a fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and meeting and event space. Parking is available for a fee, and guest feedback highlights valet parking and its nightly cost.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The hotel sits near several DTLA points of interest, including The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (about 575 m), Grand Central Market (about 565 m), The Broad (about 702 m), and Walt Disney Concert Hall (about 795 m). It’s also within reach of major LA attractions by car, such as Dodger Stadium (about 3.0 km), Crypto.com Arena (about 1.35 km), Griffith Observatory (about 8.7 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (about 13.3 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits travelers who want a Downtown Los Angeles base near major arts and culture stops like MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall—all within roughly a 10-minute walk. It’s also a strong fit for guests who value attentive service and a well-kept, classic building style, plus access to a fitness center and rooftop terrace.
Travel tips
If you plan to drive, budget for paid parking; guest feedback specifically calls out valet parking and its nightly cost. Many DTLA highlights—MOCA, Grand Central Market, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall—are under a mile away, making it practical to walk to daytime attractions. For farther sites like Universal Studios Hollywood, the Hollywood Sign, or Griffith Observatory, plan on a longer ride and extra time for LA traffic.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight standout hospitality, noting that staff at the front desk, restaurant, and entrance/security make them feel welcomed and well cared for. Cleanliness and upkeep are recurring positives, with multiple mentions of spotless rooms and comfortable beds despite the building being older. The rooftop/outdoor terrace is called out as a pleasant place to relax. On the downside, parking logistics and cost come up, with valet noted as the primary option and described as expensive, and there are mentions of limited on-site dining later in the day.
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