Location: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA (Historic Core, Broadway Theater District, Fashion District) View Map
Accommodations: Loft Condominium, Studio + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 3)
Why stay just anywhere in Los Angeles when you can stay in a beautiful modern-designed loft within the heart of Historic Downtown Los Angeles?
This fully-furnished loft is located in a restored 1911 office building within the revitalized Historic Core - home to hundreds of artists, fashion designers, filmmakers, coffee shops, restaurants, and subway and light rail connections to all your favorite parts of the city (including Hollywood and Pasadena).
Downtown also doubles as a backdrop for hundreds of film and television shoots. Films and television shows shot within a 5 block radius include 500 Days of Summer, Blade Runner, Transformers, CSI: New York, Dreamgirls, Spiderman 3, The Invasion, Terminator, Hotel for Dogs, Pretty Woman, Cloverfield, Independence Day, Less Than Zero, Crank and many, many more.
Amenities include: kitchen with all utensils and appliances you need (including, refrigerator, ice maker, coffee maker, dishwasher), shared rooftop patio with views of the entire city, in-unit washer/dryer, huge open closet space, enormous windows, 24/7 security, 10 foot ceilings, queen size bed and designer queen size pull-out couch, cable television, wireless broadband internet, optional dry cleaning service, and acoustic guitar for bringing out your inner rock star.
Walking distance to the Financial District, Civic Center, Fashion District, Old Bank District, Staples Center / LA Live, Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCa), Historic Theaters of Broadway, Grand Central Market, Walt Disney Hall, Little Tokyo and the Music Center as well as dozens of restaurants, coffee shops, bars and clubs.
Metro accessible to Hollywood Boulevard (Chinese Theater, Egyptian theater, Kodak Theater, Hollywood Bowl, thriving nightlife), Universal Studios, Old Town Pasadena, Chinatown, Long Beach (boats to Catalina, Aquarium, Queen Mary), Union Station (with Amtrak links to Santa Barbara, San Juan Capistrano, Disneyland and San Diego and an Express bus to LAX Airport). 20 Minute drive or Express bus to Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Beverly Hills.
Secured parking included.
NOTE: The loft is 700-square feet and can accommodate a maximum of 3 adults or 2 adults with no more than 2 small (11 and under) children.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: In Unit
- Dryer: In Unit
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Elevator
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Bed and queen sized pull-out couch.
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Monument View: Can see Staples Center, City Hall and the iconic Downtown Skyline from the rooftop patio.
- Communications
- Computer: Desk with printer, stapler and shredder. You supply the laptop.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Shared rooftop patio with views of the entire city -- from Downtown to the Ocean. Steps from coffee shops, art galleries, restaurants, historic buildings, and 3 metro lines. Dry Cleaning in-building pick up and drop off. Guitar.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Must be 21 years old to rent unless accompanied by an adult.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Universal Studios accessible by 20 minute subway ride. Historic tours of buildings used in major feature films, including Transformers, Blade Runner, Spiderman 3 and more.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
RECESSION SPECIAL! 10% off regular rates for 2009 bookings.
Rates listed below are BEFORE discount:
$150/night(2 night minimum) .. $950/week .. $3000/month.
$200 Refundable Damage Deposit, $80 Cleaning Fee
Weekly Rate covers 7 nights. Monthly Rate covers 28-31 nights.
Damage Deposit refunded within 5 business days of Departure
Secured Parking included.
50% Payment Due 30 Days before arrival. Full Payment Due before check-in.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Charming Loft in Heart of Historic Downtown La (10% Discount!)
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles is simply the most exciting, energetic, dynamic area of the city where all of the elements of the city come together in a unique mix. There are so many great restaurants, bars, museums, and events within walking distance. The people are also incredibly friendly and invested in continually improving the neighborhood; and let's not forget the treasure of early 20th century architecture, including the gorgeous Broadway theaters.
The Unique Benefits at this Loft Condominium
Being able to walk to whatever you need-within traffic-choked Los Angeles, this is a unique advantage of this neighborhood. I also love taking the subway to Hollywood or Pasadena without having to fight traffic or look for parking.
Best Breakfast and Lunch place downtown. Tell Kristen and Monica that Tim sent you. Try the bacon doughnut!
Owner's Map of Los Angeles
My name is Tim Grant. I am an Information Technology Professional and aspiring screenwriter living in Hollywood, but my heart still belongs to Downtown Los Angeles.
Property Photos
- Rooftop at night - Los Angeles Loft with Patio - Enjoy Disneyland. Universal Studios and the Kodak Theater
- The building, built in 1911. - Los Angeles Loft with Patio - Enjoy Disneyland. Universal Studios and the Kodak Theater
- Sleeping Area - Los Angeles Loft with Patio - Enjoy Disneyland. Universal Studios and the Kodak Theater
- Entrance to the building
- Kitchen
- Windows
- Living Room
- Bathroom
- Your morning coffee
- Reading Area and Sleeping Area
- Buildings on 7th Street. A large print of this photo is above the bed.
- Buildings on 7th Street. A large print of this photo is above the bed.
- LA Live and Nokia Plaza
- Nearby Disney Hall ... home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic
- Closet and secondary sleeping area (futon)
Guest Comments (10)
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Positive Rating
Our first clue to how great our "LA Loft" experience was going to be was the gracious welcome that Tim gave us when we arrived. He gave us the tour of the property, lots of local info and great recommendations. The area in which the loft is located is just wonderful. Not glitzy but really great! There's plenty of impressive deco architecture and faded but still beautiful old theaters. We didn't rent a car so we walked everywhere and utilized the public transit with ease. For dining out, the loft is walking distance to great food: Little Tokyo for the best Ramen we've had outside of Japan (Daikokuya), the Nickel Diner for outrageously delicious comfort food and a great half price sushi restaurant (Octopus) close to Metro Center. The loft itself is decorated beautifully and gets a high utility score from us as well. Everything we needed was supplied and up to a high standard. We'll definitely come to stay again!
Positive Rating
This rental allows you the rare opportunity to live like a local in one of the most unique neighborhoods in downtown Los Angeles. My husband and I rented this loft for my birthday weekend and loved every minute of it. The loft is very clean, with beautiful design details and a great modern feel. The parking spot that's included in the rental makes the entire stay even nicer. We enjoyed cooking dinner one night and sipping wine while watching the sunset from the roof deck. But the true experience of this place is walking around the Broadway District of Los Angeles. Within just a few blocks of the loft are great restaurants, cute cafes and awesome bars. We enjoyed a true day and night out on the town before returning to our much more suburban existence. We both wholeheartedly recommend this loft for a romantic weekend, fun experience, architecture adventure or for anyone who wants a unique Los Angeles experience that you can't get at a generic hotel. Thanks for a wonderful weekend. I'm sure we will come back for many more!
Positive Rating
The Web site pictures and description are accurate; the property is very clean and well maintained. We found it attractive and comfortable. The owner, Tim, went out of his way to see that we had what we needed, including information about transportation and neighborhood amenities. My wife and I stayed for four nights and it was great to have more space than we would have had in a hotel room and to have the ability to prepare some quick meals. All of downtown L.A. is easily accessible to this location by public transportation with the excellent system of circulating buses every 6-9 minutes (unfortunately not at night.) If you're there on the right day, one of the downtown walking tours of the L.A. Conservancy is a great thing to do. The neighborhood has a range of interesting restaurants and cafes. Just a lot of diversity from the financial center to the flower market area. Do check out the Grand Central Market. Several good places for takeout nearby --- the rooftop deck is large and has a half dozen or so separate seating areas --- a good place to relax and enjoy the sunrise or sunset, It was a pleasure to explore an interesting part of an interesting city on foot --- not stuck in a car on a freeway.
Positive Rating
This studio was a wonderful place to stay in and experience the heart of Downtown LA. Tim was amazingly helpful and always provided helpful and accurate information. This genuinely was a home away from home, everything that you could think of was taking care of in this cool and stylish studio. It was so nice to be able to be right in the middle of downtown and go to the pantry, nickel diner, pete's and other cool restaurants. And the view on the roof was a great place to sit and take it all in. Downtown LA is a great place and my fiance and I had the chance to experience it the best way with staying at this studio. I would recommend this place to anyone and if you want to experience true Downtown LA this would be a great place to stay.
Positive Rating
We loved it! We picked the perfect time to stay here... they were shooting a movie right outside! The atmosphere was fun - but still very relaxing and casual. No hotel pressures and everything you need at your fingertips. The loft is very spacious and comfortable, I only wish we would have stayed longer! We visited the roof deck, but wish we had time to just lounge there. Lots of great food within walking distance. We flew in to Burbank around rush-hour, the drive was pretty easy. Tim is so easy going and great to deal with. He was a huge help from the first phone call to checking out. We HIGHLY recommend this loft and will stay here again when we come back to L.A. Thanks Tim!
Positive Rating
I definitely enjoyed my 10 day stay. When I come back to LA, I would have absolutely no hesitation in staying in this property again and would have no hesitation in recommending this property to anybody. WYSIWYG, this is an acronym in the IT field that stands for What You See Is What You Get. The photographs are very true. Tim, the owner has decorated the appartment stylishly. The property is located in the heart of the Historic District of downtown LA. The appartment and its amenities are also clean and modern, a big plus when going to a place. The appartment is very close to bus stops and a very short walk to a major Metro station. I had absolutely no problem in visiting every tourist attraction I wanted using the public transport system. At the time of writing, the cost of buying a weekly ticket is also very cheap. The property is located in a building that has a security presence. Have said that, I didn't feel there were any security issues around the area, nor in travelling on the subway or buses at night, nor walking down the street. I used simple common sense! Tim, the owner is curteous and went out of his way to assist me in my desire to find some places to Salsa whilst I was visiting LA. Although I had absolutely no problem in sleeping at night, people who are ver light sleepers may have some difficulty as the property is located in the heart of downtown LA.
Positive Rating
My son and I had the opportunity to stay here while attending an orientation session at USC. We were looking for a place that would comfortably accommodate both of us, have the conveniences of home for 5 nights and be close to USC. I have stayed in several hotels in the downtown area and paid for parking up to $35/night. One parking space is included with this unit which made it very economical for us. After much looking I decided on this loft. It is exactly as it appears in the photographs. It is very well appointed and clean. My son was very comfortable on the futon and the bedroom area around the corner was great and somewhat private for me. I was concerned that the noise of the downtown streets would keep me up at night as I am a light sleeper but I slept great. There is AC and there is a fan that I kept going that helped with the noise and also the fact that.the loft does not face the street directly keeps the noise level down as well. We called Tim as we approached the downtown area and he met us exactly when we arrived to let us in the parking garage which is in the gated basement. The building is very secure. He proceeded to give us a tour of the building, introduce us to the guard in the lobby, explain the area and show us the particulars of the loft. The customer service he provided us was great and he even checked in with us during our stay to make sure everything was going well. Communication before, during and after our stay was immediate. I would point out that I definitely would stay here again and I felt very safe in the loft and in the parking garage. All the tenants I came in contact with were very friendly although for the most part I really didn't see too many. I would point out that it is not located in an area that one would feel comfortable walking around in so having a car was great but one has to remember that this is downtown LA. Being familiar with LA and knowing this in advance, this was not a problem as I had a car and that was not my priority. There is a wonderful new Ralphs located a few blocks away that Tim told us about. We went there several times which made the kitchen that much more invaluable to us. Really, overall, it was a great stay and I would recommend this loft especially if one is looking for the downtown area, has a car and wants a home away from home. As far as decor goes, it is very contemporary but is very comfortable at the same time. Hope this helps!
Positive Rating
We stayed here for a week and loved it! It is very conveniently located to so many things to see and do in LA and there are some great restaurants all over downtown, we especially loved The Nickel on Main Street for breakfast. It's also very convenient to the subway and Union Station. The loft is really beautifully decorated and super clean. There is also secured parking in the building which was great to have as we had a rental car. The owner Tim was really nice and super accomodating and gave us lots of tips and recommendations. We would definitely stay here again.
Positive Rating
Stayed here mid May 2009. Tim was good to work with and very accommodating. Loved the location - walked to City Hall, Music Center, fashion district etc. If staying here, recommend doing an LA Conservancy walking tour of the area. Great architecture from the late 19th early 20th centuries. We parked the car (in the secure, underground parking) and didn't use it until the day we left. Good restaurants nearby. (Nickel Diner on Main, good and moderately priced; Water Grill on Grand for the special night out - expensive and worth it). Loft was comfortable, with a nice rooftop space. We will definitely stay here again.
Positive Rating
Noel , New York