Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Downtown
906 S Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90006, Los Angeles, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.1 / 5
Overview
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Downtown is a motel-style property in Los Angeles at 906 S Alvarado St. It is listed as a 4-star hotel and has a public rating of 3.1/5 based on 93 reviews. Guest feedback is mixed, with praise for some room updates alongside concerns about service and the immediate area.
Rooms
Reviews indicate some rooms feel renovated and are described as nice and clean. Guests specifically mention comfortable mattresses and a good-size refrigerator in the room. At least some guests note that microwaves are not provided in rooms.
Policies & Guest Experience
A “no visitors” policy is mentioned by guests as a notable rule. Some reviews report missing basic toiletries (such as shampoo, conditioner, and lotion), so travelers may want to bring their own. Guests also flag noise traveling from neighboring rooms in some stays.
Parking
Guest feedback highlights ample on-site parking. Reviews also mention that the property may not require a deposit at check-in, which some travelers find convenient. Availability and terms can vary, so confirm current requirements directly with the property.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The motel is positioned for access to Downtown and adjacent districts, with Crypto.com Arena about 1.5 km away. Major arts and museum stops are a short drive away, including The Broad (about 2.6 km), The Museum of Contemporary Art (about 2.6 km), the Walt Disney Concert Hall (about 2.7 km), and Grand Central Market (about 2.7 km). Other major Los Angeles draws—Dodger Stadium (~4.3 km), Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (~4.1 km), Hollywood Walk of Fame (~7.1 km), Griffith Observatory (~7.5 km), LACMA (~7.5 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (~11.6 km)—are reachable by car or rideshare.
Best for
This property can suit budget-minded travelers who want a practical base near Downtown attractions like Crypto.com Arena and the major DTLA museums. It’s also a fit for drivers, as guests frequently highlight ample parking. Pet owners may appreciate that it is described as dog friendly in reviews.
Travel tips
Plan to arrive by car or use rideshare for many attractions: The Broad, MOCA, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Grand Central Market are all roughly 2.6–2.7 km away, while Hollywood and Universal Studios are farther. Pack essential toiletries, as guests report missing items like shampoo/conditioner/lotion. If quiet is important, consider bringing earplugs—some guests mention noise from neighboring rooms—and be aware that some reviews caution that the surrounding area can feel unsafe.
What guests say
Guests commonly note that some rooms feel renovated, with comfortable mattresses, cleanliness, and a good-size in-room refrigerator. Practical positives mentioned include ample parking and reports of no deposit at check-in. Recurring negatives include complaints about staff/service, a strict no-visitors policy, and missing basic toiletries. Some guests also report lack of an in-room microwave, noise from neighboring rooms, and concerns about the surrounding area; at least one review raises a serious bed bug complaint.
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