Description: This ain't no disco
It ain't no country club either
This is LA!
The above lyrics describe the Orchid Suites so perfectly that I kept hearing that Sheryl Crow song in my head during my stay there in November. The Orchid Suites ain't no country club, but it does have a few things going for it... primarily, location, location, location.
The hotel is steps away from the Hollywood and Highland complex, which houses the Chinese Theater, the Kodak Theater (think Academy Awards), restaurants, clubs and shopping. The hotel is also steps away from Hollywood Blvd, featuring the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where you can catch tours. I found myself staring at the side walk as I walked over various stars, including David Copperfield (who knew he had a star?).
The Orchid Suites is very affordable. Astonishingly affordable considering the location. Like I said, it's no country club, so if you want fancy amenities, this is not the place for you. It does have large rooms with separate kitchens equipped with a sink, stove, and refrigerator. From what I understand, the hotel is a converted apartment building. The rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. I slept very well and didn't hear any noise from other rooms or outside. The furniture is old, but still in decent shape. The TV had cable and the hotel offers free WI-Fi for those with laptops. An Internet kiosk was also available for guests to use.
I didn't need it, but the hotel also offers free underground parking. It also has a pool, but I didn't check it out. I found the hotel staff friendly and efficient.
If I ever visit LA again, I will definitely book a room at the Orchid Suites.
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