The American Hotel

303 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, Los Angeles, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.9 / 5

Overview

The American Hotel is a 2-star, laid-back property in Downtown Los Angeles’ Arts District, known for colorful murals and a history as the former home of Al’s Bar, a notable punk rock venue. It holds a public rating of 3.9 based on 553 reviews.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Rooms are straightforward and equipped with free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minifridges. Bathrooms are shared and gender-segregated; guest feedback also points to a mix of private bathrooms on floors and shared facilities, with cleanliness generally noted as good. One-bedroom suites add separate living areas, and family rooms include bunk beds.

On-site Services

A convenience store is available on the property for quick essentials. The hotel is positioned as a value-oriented stay with practical basics rather than extensive facilities.

Location & Nearby Highlights

Set at 303 S Hewitt St in the Arts District, the hotel places guests near restaurants, coffee shops, and walkable options for food and drinks. Cultural and downtown sights include Grand Central Market (1,338 m), The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (1,593 m), The Broad (1,648 m), and Walt Disney Concert Hall (1,686 m). Sports and major attractions within a broader radius include Crypto.com Arena (2,868 m) and Dodger Stadium (3,203 m), with Griffith Observatory (10,060 m) and Universal Studios Hollywood (14,851 m) farther out.

Best for

Best for budget-minded travelers who want a Downtown LA/Arts District base with easy access to museums and central attractions like The Broad, MOCA, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. It also suits guests who prioritize practical in-room essentials (Wi‑Fi, TV, minifridge) and don’t mind shared, gender-segregated bathrooms in exchange for value.

Travel tips

Plan your sightseeing around nearby downtown clusters: Grand Central Market and the museums around Bunker Hill are within roughly 1.3–1.7 km. Reviews suggest the area is walkable for food and drinks, but it’s still Downtown LA—use normal city awareness, especially at night. If bathroom temperature control is important to you, note that at least some guests reported limited control at sink taps.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight clean rooms, comfortable beds, and friendly or helpful staff interactions, including occasional flexibility like early check-in. The Arts District location is often described as convenient, with nearby restaurants, coffee shops, and walkable options for museums and downtown sights. Value for the price is a recurring positive point. On the downside, some note typical Downtown LA surroundings as less appealing, and at least one guest mentioned annoyance with limited temperature control at bathroom sinks.

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