Holiday Lodge

1631 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Los Angeles, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.4 / 5

Overview

Holiday Lodge is a 2-star budget hotel in Los Angeles’ residential Westlake district, recognizable by its vintage motel-style sign and exterior-corridor layout. It’s positioned about 2 miles from Downtown LA, making it a practical base for simple, no-frills stays. The property holds a public rating of 3.4/5 from 569 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are described as unassuming with colorful accent walls, geared toward travelers who primarily need a place to sleep. In-room features mentioned by guests include free Wi‑Fi, a flat-screen (Samsung) TV, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, full-length mirror, and complimentary toiletries. Some guests note the rooms feel a bit outdated, while others highlight comfortable beds and pillows.

On-site services & basics

Parking is complimentary, and room service is available. Guests also report on-site ice and vending machines plus a cash ATM. Amenities such as a pool, guest laundry, and fitness center are not available, based on guest feedback.

Location & nearby sights

The hotel is about 1 mile from the Westlake/MacArthur Park metro station, offering a transit option for getting around LA. Downtown attractions are within a short drive, including Walt Disney Concert Hall (1,667 m), The Broad (1,675 m), The Museum of Contemporary Art (1,706 m), Grand Central Market (1,962 m), and Crypto.com Arena (1,963 m). Farther afield are Dodger Stadium (2,872 m), Griffith Observatory (7,131 m), the Hollywood Walk of Fame (7,360 m), TCL Chinese Theatre (8,237 m), Hollywood Bowl (8,790 m), and Universal Studios Hollywood (11,648 m).

Best for

Holiday Lodge suits budget-minded travelers who want a straightforward Westlake base with easy access to Downtown LA, plus practical in-room conveniences like Wi‑Fi, a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. It can work well for guests who plan to spend most of their time out exploring sights such as The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Grand Central Market, and Crypto.com Arena. Travelers seeking resort-style facilities should note the reported lack of a pool, fitness center, and guest laundry.

Travel tips

If you plan to use public transit, the Westlake/MacArthur Park metro station is about a mile away; otherwise, complimentary parking may be useful for driving to Downtown and Hollywood-area attractions. Downtown points of interest such as The Broad, MOCA, and Walt Disney Concert Hall are roughly 1.7 km away, while Hollywood sights and Universal Studios are much farther and typically require more travel time. Guests report a deposit is charged at check-in, so plan accordingly.

What guests say

Reviews commonly point to this property as a practical, budget-oriented place to sleep with a convenient Westlake location for getting into Downtown. Guests frequently mention friendly, pleasant staff and highlight bed comfort, including pillows. Several reviews emphasize useful in-room basics such as a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and TV. On the downside, guests describe the rooms as somewhat outdated and note the absence of a pool, guest laundry, and fitness center; a check-in deposit is also mentioned.

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