METRO PLAZA HOTEL, Los Angeles

Union Station is just a 5-minute walk, providing direct rail and bus connections across Los Angeles and the FlyAway bus to LAX. The hotel is also next to Olvera Street, a historic Mexican marketplace, and within a 10-20 minute walk of Little Tokyo. The Walt Disney Concert Hall is 2 km away, and Los Angeles City Hall is a 15-minute walk. Several restaurants, including Philippe's, are within a short stroll. The immediate area has a visible homeless presence, but the hotel has 24-hour security and actively monitored cameras.

Accommodation options include rooms with king-size beds, private bathrooms, and basic amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a refrigerator, and a safe. Some rooms also have a seating area with a sofa bed. Renovated rooms have new bathrooms, fresh paint, and comfortable beds, while older rooms may have stained carpets, worn linens, and outdated furniture. Water-saving shower heads and limited power outlets are common. The property is undergoing phased renovations, so hallways and some common areas may appear cluttered. Rooms are generally quiet, but noise from neighbouring rooms can be audible.

The hotel does not offer a restaurant, bar, or breakfast. For meals, guests can walk to a variety of nearby eateries: Chinese restaurants in Chinatown, Mexican options on Olvera Street (such as La Golondrina), and the iconic Philippe's, known for French dip sandwiches, are all within a 5-minute walk. Several other restaurants, including Regent Seafood and Amy's Bakery, are 0.5 km away. The lobby offers complimentary coffee, tea, and water 24 hours a day, and guests can use the microwave at reception to reheat food.

The hotel provides free Wi-Fi throughout, a 24-hour front desk, and 24-hour security with CCTV and monitored cameras. Parking is available in a secure on-site garage for $5 per day with in-and-out privileges. Luggage storage is free for same-day pickup; overnight storage costs $3 per piece. Other services include a tour desk, ATM on site, and fax/photocopying (for a fee). The property has a lift, accessible parking, and a minimarket on site. Only service animals are accepted; pets are not allowed. The gym is small with three pieces of equipment.