kodō hotel - Heart of LA Arts District
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Kodō Hotel in Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of L.A. Live and Crypto.com Arena. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Los Angeles Convention Center and 4.3 mi (7 km) from University of Southern California.
What's nearby
Los Angeles Flower District(1.6 miles)
Los Angeles City Hall(1.8 miles)
Grand Central Market(1.8 miles)
Pershing Square(1.9 miles)
Orpheum Theatre(2 miles)
Santee Alley(2 miles)
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels(2.1 miles)
The Broad(2.1 miles)
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion(2.1 miles)
Walt Disney Concert Hall(2.1 miles)
The Bloc(2.2 miles)
The Belasco Theater(2.3 miles)
Los Angeles State Historic Park(2.4 miles)
L.A. Live(2.6 miles)
Grammy Museum(2.7 miles)
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal)(14.4 miles)
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)(19.7 miles)
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)(16.7 miles)
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)(23.6 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Concierge Services
Location
710 South Santa Fe Avenue, Fashion District, Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Los Angeles Flower District (1.6 miles)
Los Angeles City Hall (1.8 miles)
Grand Central Market (1.8 miles)
Pershing Square (1.9 miles)
Orpheum Theatre (2 miles)
Santee Alley (2 miles)
Room options
18
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
320 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Premium Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
401 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
16
Superior Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
556 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Standard Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
221 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of kodō hotel - Heart of LA Arts District
8.3
Very good
Based on 80 verified reviews
What guests think
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At kodō hotel - Heart of LA Arts District, guests highlight stylish minimalist rooms and a convenient Arts District location near restaurants and bars, while a few mention neighborhood safety concerns and that the contactless, low-staff model doesn’t suit everyone.
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At kodō hotel - Heart of LA Arts District, guests highlight stylish minimalist rooms and a convenient Arts District location near restaurants and bars, while a few mention neighborhood safety concerns and that the contactless, low-staff model doesn’t suit everyone.
Rooms are praised for minimalist design, comfort, and open showers, though a couple guests wanted more storage or privacy. The on-site restaurant and cafe earn compliments when open, and parking is available but can be confusing; several reviews note there is no elevator. Cleanliness is generally strong, with a few maintenance or housekeeping lapses like stains, minimal cleaning, or fixtures not working. Expect a stylish, self-serve boutique stay.
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Facilities
On-site restaurant/cafe and an attached bar draw praise when open. Parking is available but can be confusing to access, and multiple reviews point out there is no elevator.
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8
Derrick
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
10
Joseph
Jan 21, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
10
HYUNGMIN
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good location and good people but no elevator.
Good location and good people but no elevator.
10
Arthur
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
2
Mimi
Dec 17, 2024
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Next to homeless camps, no elevator, no lobby with customer service, free drink and pastry is not available and no one is apologetic
Next to homeless camps, no elevator, no lobby with customer service, free drink and pastry is not available and no one is apologetic
10
David
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
10
Lynn
Oct 11, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
10
Shekinah
Mar 3, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
6
Hailey
Jan 21, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
It’s a very aesthetically pleasing hotel to stay in. It was clean except there were stain in one of the sofas as well as some hairs. If you are traveling with your family, it is not ideal as there’s no door for private shower. There’s no elevator so if you are coming with luggages, be prepared. There’s no front desk but they do respond to your phone calls and texts pretty promptly. I had requested for 3 guests- no extra blankets for the 3rd person. If you want early check in (1 pm instead of 4 pm), it is $60 upon checking in. If you don’t want to street park and want to use their parking lot, it is $50/day. Also there’s no direct ways to get to the hotel for the parking lot. You have to either go around the building to front or through their cafe/restaurant to go upstairs. If you are okay with extra fees as well as some inconvenience and looking for aesthetically pleasing space- do book.
It’s a very aesthetically pleasing hotel to stay in. It was clean except there were stain in one of the sofas as well as some hairs. If you are traveling with your family, it is not ideal as there’s no door for private shower. There’s no elevator so if you are coming with luggages, be prepared. There’s no front desk but they do respond to your phone calls and texts pretty promptly. I had requested for 3 guests- no extra blankets for the 3rd person. If you want early check in (1 pm instead of 4 pm), it is $60 upon checking in. If you don’t want to street park and want to use their parking lot, it is $50/day. Also there’s no direct ways to get to the hotel for the parking lot. You have to either go around the building to front or through their cafe/restaurant to go upstairs. If you are okay with extra fees as well as some inconvenience and looking for aesthetically pleasing space- do book.
10
Lauren
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Artistic spaces and a lovely vibe. The restaurant wasn’t open when I stayed and I wish I had known guests cannot make use of outside spaces during the stay.
Artistic spaces and a lovely vibe. The restaurant wasn’t open when I stayed and I wish I had known guests cannot make use of outside spaces during the stay.
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Cleanliness
Many guests find rooms clean and well kept. Some report maintenance or housekeeping lapses, including stains, minimal cleaning, and occasional issues like nonworking lights or leaks.
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8
Kalina
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Kodo is a boutique 8 room hotel above the restaurant. It is Japanese inspired, and minimal. Rooms are spacious with high ceiling. All very positive, design and comfort wise. Cleaning is minimal too, and that’s less positive. There was supposed to be freshly baked pastries every day for breakfast, and there was none, including the substitution. Overall a positive experience.
Kodo is a boutique 8 room hotel above the restaurant. It is Japanese inspired, and minimal. Rooms are spacious with high ceiling. All very positive, design and comfort wise. Cleaning is minimal too, and that’s less positive. There was supposed to be freshly baked pastries every day for breakfast, and there was none, including the substitution. Overall a positive experience.
10
Joseph
Jan 21, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
10
Camilo
Mar 25, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
6
Jennifer
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful, unique room. But several things did not work properly like TV remotes and the steamer but there is no staff to get any help at all. You are completely on your own for any issues.
Beautiful, unique room. But several things did not work properly like TV remotes and the steamer but there is no staff to get any help at all. You are completely on your own for any issues.
6
Yifei
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
10
David
Sep 5, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
10
Shekinah
Mar 3, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
6
Hailey
Jan 21, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
It’s a very aesthetically pleasing hotel to stay in. It was clean except there were stain in one of the sofas as well as some hairs. If you are traveling with your family, it is not ideal as there’s no door for private shower. There’s no elevator so if you are coming with luggages, be prepared. There’s no front desk but they do respond to your phone calls and texts pretty promptly. I had requested for 3 guests- no extra blankets for the 3rd person. If you want early check in (1 pm instead of 4 pm), it is $60 upon checking in. If you don’t want to street park and want to use their parking lot, it is $50/day. Also there’s no direct ways to get to the hotel for the parking lot. You have to either go around the building to front or through their cafe/restaurant to go upstairs. If you are okay with extra fees as well as some inconvenience and looking for aesthetically pleasing space- do book.
It’s a very aesthetically pleasing hotel to stay in. It was clean except there were stain in one of the sofas as well as some hairs. If you are traveling with your family, it is not ideal as there’s no door for private shower. There’s no elevator so if you are coming with luggages, be prepared. There’s no front desk but they do respond to your phone calls and texts pretty promptly. I had requested for 3 guests- no extra blankets for the 3rd person. If you want early check in (1 pm instead of 4 pm), it is $60 upon checking in. If you don’t want to street park and want to use their parking lot, it is $50/day. Also there’s no direct ways to get to the hotel for the parking lot. You have to either go around the building to front or through their cafe/restaurant to go upstairs. If you are okay with extra fees as well as some inconvenience and looking for aesthetically pleasing space- do book.
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Rooms
Minimalist, beautifully designed rooms feel calming and often spacious, with very comfortable beds and open showers. A few guests wanted more storage or privacy, and some noted minor TV/setup limitations.
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10
Joseph
Jan 21, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
10
Tin Kei
Jul 5, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
10
Cassandra
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous hotel and love the minimal design of the room. Great amenities. Will stay here again!
Gorgeous hotel and love the minimal design of the room. Great amenities. Will stay here again!
10
Arthur
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
6
Yifei
Oct 6, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
10
Erica
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is stunning. The check-in process is easily explained with a text, and the code to get in is pretty cool. The lack of staff to check you in lends itself to the peacefulness of the hotel. The design of the room I was able to stay in was incredible.
This hotel is stunning. The check-in process is easily explained with a text, and the code to get in is pretty cool. The lack of staff to check you in lends itself to the peacefulness of the hotel. The design of the room I was able to stay in was incredible.
10
David
Sep 5, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
10
Lynn
Oct 11, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
10
Sophia
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
10
sabine
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Já estou ansiosa para retornar. Quarto minimalista e lindo, confortável e perfeito para um casal. O bairro é cheio de restaurantes e galerias de arte. Perfeito!!!
Já estou ansiosa para retornar. Quarto minimalista e lindo, confortável e perfeito para um casal. O bairro é cheio de restaurantes e galerias de arte. Perfeito!!!
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Service
Contactless check in/out is frequently described as clear and easy, and one manager addressed an issue exceptionally. However, several guests report slow or unreachable support, limited on site staff, and unfulfilled requests or follow ups.
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Derrick
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
10
Camilo
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
10
Tin Kei
Jul 5, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
10
Arthur
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
6
Jennifer
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful, unique room. But several things did not work properly like TV remotes and the steamer but there is no staff to get any help at all. You are completely on your own for any issues.
Beautiful, unique room. But several things did not work properly like TV remotes and the steamer but there is no staff to get any help at all. You are completely on your own for any issues.
6
Yifei
Oct 6, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
We reached out to the hotel staff for two of the main overhead lights that weren’t working. We were promised that staff would come up and look into the lights, but we never got another update. The room is unique and comfortable, however the supporting staff did not fulfill their promises.
10
Erica
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is stunning. The check-in process is easily explained with a text, and the code to get in is pretty cool. The lack of staff to check you in lends itself to the peacefulness of the hotel. The design of the room I was able to stay in was incredible.
This hotel is stunning. The check-in process is easily explained with a text, and the code to get in is pretty cool. The lack of staff to check you in lends itself to the peacefulness of the hotel. The design of the room I was able to stay in was incredible.
10
Shekinah
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
Ambience and cleanliness was great. Contactless check in and check out. Parking was confusing at first. But we enjoyed are stay.
2
Ary
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel never answered my calls or texts for almost two hours to give me my building and room access, even though they advertise 24/7 guest services. I was left stranded at midnight in the street and had to ultimately book another hotel. Terrible.
The hotel never answered my calls or texts for almost two hours to give me my building and room access, even though they advertise 24/7 guest services. I was left stranded at midnight in the street and had to ultimately book another hotel. Terrible.
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Sophia
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
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Location
In the Arts District, close to bars, restaurants, and galleries, and many find it walkable or central. A few mention nearby homelessness and feeling unsafe outside at times.
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Derrick
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
The room was great, location was central to what I needed but finding the hotel from the parking area was slightly confusing as was check out. There are no physical instructions for anything so it’s slightly annoying. Now that I have done it, everything is crystal clear.
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Joseph
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
kodō hotel is nestled perfectly in the Arts District close enough to just about everything you'd want to see in the area. Everything is either a short drive or a mural filled brisk walk away. Parking in back is convenient and you'll find the booking & check in process is simple and seamless. I stayed in Room 4 (Sora - Sky) which was clean,spacious, and flawlessly designed. I entered feeling truly inspired and calm. The aesthetic creates a spa like atmosphere which makes it impossible to not relax. The mattress is incredibly comfortable and the bathroom area and open shower are beautiful with perfect water temperature and pressure, again creating a spa like experience. My only gripe for the room was the TV set up. The size and picture quality were fantastic, My gripe pertains to availability of content. A DirectTV set up is what's being utilized with access to Netflix but no ability for many other apps like YouTube or Spotify. I'm sure most wouldn't be bothered but it's something to note so your aware. Beyond that I couldn't recommend this hotel enough and I look forward to a reason to stay here again and experience 1 of the other unique rooms.
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Kyla
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
All around lovely property and room! Great location and was everything I could have hoped for! Would definitely stay here again.
All around lovely property and room! Great location and was everything I could have hoped for! Would definitely stay here again.
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Tin Kei
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
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Arthur
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
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Aleishia
Nov 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s in a very unsafe area there was literally someone infront of the hotel doing drugs please know the inside is nice but it’s not worth being in an unsafe environment.
It’s in a very unsafe area there was literally someone infront of the hotel doing drugs please know the inside is nice but it’s not worth being in an unsafe environment.
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David
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
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Lynn
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
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Sophia
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
Beautiful room, self checkin works very well, also very easy to contact staff for advice. Great neighbourhood
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sabine
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Já estou ansiosa para retornar. Quarto minimalista e lindo, confortável e perfeito para um casal. O bairro é cheio de restaurantes e galerias de arte. Perfeito!!!
Já estou ansiosa para retornar. Quarto minimalista e lindo, confortável e perfeito para um casal. O bairro é cheio de restaurantes e galerias de arte. Perfeito!!!
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Dining
Guests often praise the on site restaurant, cafe, and bar for good food and drinks. Several note availability issues, such as closures or promised pastries not provided.
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Kalina
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Kodo is a boutique 8 room hotel above the restaurant. It is Japanese inspired, and minimal. Rooms are spacious with high ceiling. All very positive, design and comfort wise. Cleaning is minimal too, and that’s less positive. There was supposed to be freshly baked pastries every day for breakfast, and there was none, including the substitution. Overall a positive experience.
Kodo is a boutique 8 room hotel above the restaurant. It is Japanese inspired, and minimal. Rooms are spacious with high ceiling. All very positive, design and comfort wise. Cleaning is minimal too, and that’s less positive. There was supposed to be freshly baked pastries every day for breakfast, and there was none, including the substitution. Overall a positive experience.
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Camilo
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
My stay at Hotel Kodo was initially marred by a leaking shower in our room upon check-in. However, the hotel staff, especially the manager, went above and beyond to rectify the situation. Despite not having alternative rooms available, they promptly fixed the leak while we dined at the hotel restaurant. Additionally, the manager graciously provided complimentary items from our meal. To top it off, the following day, we were upgraded to a larger room to compensate for the inconvenience. I commend the manager for their exceptional handling of the situation, turning what could have been a negative experience into a very positive one.
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Tin Kei
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
The property is designed tastefully. It blends in its neighbourhood nicely while existing uniquely with its Japanese and European inspired interior design. The rooms offers various type of space for its customers to emerge in. Its Minimalist styled room grant its customers an oasis in the busy urban. The dinning options inside and around the building matches its energy, all in walkable distance. Parking is easy to find and close to the property. The check in progress is clear, efficient and provides thoughtful privacy respect
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Pat
May 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Gorgeous, peaceful, elegant, elevated, delicious, special.
Gorgeous, peaceful, elegant, elevated, delicious, special.
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Arthur
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
Great stay and easy check in process. The bed was comfortable. The neighborhood was better than expected less homeless than what usually ito in that area. The restaurant and cafe are really good too
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Mimi
Dec 17, 2024
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Next to homeless camps, no elevator, no lobby with customer service, free drink and pastry is not available and no one is apologetic
Next to homeless camps, no elevator, no lobby with customer service, free drink and pastry is not available and no one is apologetic
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David
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
Really clean, Japanese minimalist hotel room with a totally open shower, nice little coffee concept & Japanese restaurant on the main floor. Close to cool bars & fancy restaurants. Only feedback would be to add a shelf / drawer of some sort for those of us who like to unpack the suitcase.
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Lynn
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
A quiet, cool part of DTLA attached to a great bar/resto and near some of LAs best restos, pizza and dive bars. My room was GORGEOUS. Bed super comfortable, loved the open shower, windows, and open concept in general. Plush towels and yummy toiletries, too. Will for sure be back.
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Lauren
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Artistic spaces and a lovely vibe. The restaurant wasn’t open when I stayed and I wish I had known guests cannot make use of outside spaces during the stay.
Artistic spaces and a lovely vibe. The restaurant wasn’t open when I stayed and I wish I had known guests cannot make use of outside spaces during the stay.
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dominque
Jun 29, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Truly an incredible experience, the hotel room is very serene. Picture perfect! and the staff were very attentive. Overall seamless all around, will be booking again!
Truly an incredible experience, the hotel room is very serene. Picture perfect! and the staff were very attentive. Overall seamless all around, will be booking again!
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Joann
Jun 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a unique experience with an amazing ambiance <3 had some of the best sleep I’ve had in years !!!
It was a unique experience with an amazing ambiance <3 had some of the best sleep I’ve had in years !!!
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Bryanna
Jun 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great amenities, beds are at ground level so watch out if you have bad knees. The parking is hidden right next to corner signal, it's a little hard to find at first, but other than that everything was pretty straightforward as far as no staff for the check in. There's also a great pizza place down the street, right in the arts district
Great amenities, beds are at ground level so watch out if you have bad knees. The parking is hidden right next to corner signal, it's a little hard to find at first, but other than that everything was pretty straightforward as far as no staff for the check in. There's also a great pizza place down the street, right in the arts district
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sayumporn
Jun 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
All restaurant/ cafe/ and bar were closed
All restaurant/ cafe/ and bar were closed
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Anton
May 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kodo Hotel is a sanctuary in DTLA - while it's near some of the city's most exciting restaurants, galleries, and stores, it feels like a world away from it all. Kodo is currently a self check-in hotel, so guests looking who need an extra level of staff support should look elsewhere. Rather than a traditional hotel, Kodo feels like walking into a beautifully maintained home, straight out of Architectural Digest. The lobby spaces, with ample seating, are an elegant and quiet space to recharge. The rooms - with natural wood, exposed beams, and cool stone - are elegant without being fussy, and exceptionally comfortable, as if staying in an onsen or a retreat. Highly recommended on all fronts.
Kodo Hotel is a sanctuary in DTLA - while it's near some of the city's most exciting restaurants, galleries, and stores, it feels like a world away from it all. Kodo is currently a self check-in hotel, so guests looking who need an extra level of staff support should look elsewhere. Rather than a traditional hotel, Kodo feels like walking into a beautifully maintained home, straight out of Architectural Digest. The lobby spaces, with ample seating, are an elegant and quiet space to recharge. The rooms - with natural wood, exposed beams, and cool stone - are elegant without being fussy, and exceptionally comfortable, as if staying in an onsen or a retreat. Highly recommended on all fronts.
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Check-in from 16:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about kodō hotel - Heart of LA Arts District
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 50 per night, which includes in/out privileges. Reservations are not required for parking, but availability is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 16:00, and check-out time is at 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for an additional fee of USD 60, subject to availability. Guests can request early or late check-in/check-out through the property prior to arrival.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additionally, elevators are available for ease of access.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Downtown Los Angeles, within a 5-minute drive of Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center. It is approximately 4.3 miles from the University of Southern California and 5 miles from Dodger Stadium. Nearby attractions include the Broadway Theater District (1.7 miles), Los Angeles City Hall (1.8 miles), and the Grammy Museum (2.7 miles).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. There is no front desk at this property. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Self parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
- Early check-in fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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