American Hotel

The hotel's prime location near Little Tokyo offers easy access to public transport, dining, and trendy cafes. Guests appreciate the friendly staff and clean, well-maintained rooms and bathrooms.

It was a long ride from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the American Hotel located at the center of the inspiring Downtown Arts District. Quite an expensive taxi ride; nonetheless, I gladly reached the place where I had to stay for almost a week before my onward journey to Asia. Fortunately, someone came running down the steep stairs to open the door; and he assisted me with my heavy luggage. His name's Justin if I wasn't mistaken. (I had no idea what the door code was!) There was no elevator in the hotel, and I had to ascend the steep stairs to check in on the second floor. A security deposit of US $100 had to be given upon check-in but the same was refundable on check-out time. However, I haggled for $50 deposit which was then refunded back to my debit card after a week. My room was on the second floor and it had a double bed that was comfortable enough, conducive to a good sleep. There was a convenient water and ice dispenser on the same floor. The shared toilets and bathrooms were very clean. What I appreciated most was the concern and helpfulness of the staff, especially regarding the television. The remote control was not working for the TV system; and they did not stop rectifying it till the next day. When I opened the door the next morning, a new remote control was by my door with a note, "this one should work now; and in case still not, let us know.". A warm "Thank You" to the staff of the American Hotel. Your property had complemented my visit to Los Angeles, California.