HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CHATSWORTH BY IHG, Los Angeles

Situated on a busy avenue, the area is a mix of light industrial and working-class surroundings, with several ethnic mom-and-pop restaurants and strip malls within walking distance. While not a central location, the hotel provides a quiet retreat after a day of sightseeing. Los Angeles city centre is 49 km away, Santa Monica is 35 km, and Hollywood Burbank Airport is 26 km. The area is safe and laid-back, with a train line nearby that can sometimes be heard. For guests with a car, the hotel is well-placed for trips to Universal Studios, Hollywood, and Santa Monica without the worst LA traffic.

Rooms are clean and well-appointed, featuring air conditioning, soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, tea and coffee maker, and a private bathroom with a bath and hairdryer. Some double rooms include a washing machine, seating area, and a private pool and hot tub. Bed options include rooms with two queen beds or a King Bed Suite with a sofa bed - ideal for families, though connecting rooms are not available. Spacious layouts and excellent storage are common, with some rooms offering carpeted floors. A few units have a private pool and hot tub as standout features. While the property is modern, some carpets in hallways can have an odour. Rooms away from the road tend to be quieter, though train noise can be heard from some rooms.

Breakfast is served daily: Monday-Friday 6:30-9:30 AM, Saturday-Sunday 7:00-10:00 AM. The selection includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, fresh fruit, yogurt, and homemade salsa. A pancake maker is available, and to-go bags are offered for those in a hurry. The breakfast area can be limited in seating, so taking food to the room is an option during busier times. No restaurant is on-site, but there is a bar. Several dining options are within a 5-minute walk, including Jersey Mike's Subs, Best Hikari Sushi, and Munch Box.

The outdoor swimming pool is open seasonally (typically 08:00-22:00), with a shallow end, pool/beach towels, and a fence around it for safety. Access to the hot tub/jacuzzi is free. The fitness centre is small and may lack ventilation; it does not provide cleaning wipes or yoga mats for floor exercises. The pool and hot tub can be subject to availability or temporary closure, so it is worth confirming their status before arrival if these facilities are important for your stay.

Free wired internet is available in all rooms. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also provided, though it can be spotty and unsecured. The 24-hour front desk staff speak English, Spanish, Indonesian, and Filipino. A coin laundry is available 24/7 for guest use. Other services include dry cleaning, an ATM/cash machine, and luggage storage. The business centre offers fax/photocopying. Cots are available for families. The hotel provides accessible parking and has a lift for wheelchair access. A safety deposit box is available. The housekeeping team maintains a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.