AMERICAN HOTEL, Los Angeles – Your ideal downtown stay

American Hotel - Historic budget-friendly hotel in Downtown Los Angeles near El Pueblo De Los Angeles Historical Monument

Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, the American Hotel has operated for over 100 years. It features murals by artists Augustine Kofie, Ed Ruscha, Andy Warhol, and Kent Twichell. The hotel has no elevators and no guest rooms on the first floor. ADA restrooms with roll-in showers are available on each floor. The property is a 4-story walk-up with shared bathrooms. Hewitt Street, in front of the hotel, is a frequent filming location due to its resemblance to a New York City street. The Pie Hole on-site serves pies made from scratch daily, along with coffee and breakfast items. The hotel offers no onsite parking.

Additional perks of the hotel

Murals by famed artists displayed throughout the hotel exterior

Metro Bike Station located outside for exploring the Arts District

Front desk provides information on local art and attractions

Frequent filming activity visible from hotel windows

Close proximity to Little Tokyo and local galleries

Room options

The hotel offers single rooms, double rooms, suites, and family-style rooms. Double rooms feature bunk beds, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an iPod dock, and air conditioning. All rooms include a closet organizer, towels, water bottles, and city views. The family room accommodates up to four guests. Shared bathrooms are available on each floor.

Other conveniences

Shared bathrooms with roll-in showers and grab bars

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels in all rooms

Wardrobes and safe deposit boxes in rooms

Ceiling fans and luggage racks provided

Front desk staff available for assistance