This funky boutique property was converted from a hostel a few years back , and traces still linger: Pint-sized guest rooms (most with just one twin bed ), shared bathrooms, and a shared kitchen and lounge. But for those who don’t mind the simple life, the bargain rates, downtown location,… more and access to the neighboring YMCA with which it shares a lobby make it a smart choice. Rooms have small flat-screen TVs, as well as refrigerators upon request.
You know, I read a lot of bad reviews of this place that are sincerely uncalled for. I stayed here during a conference (my conference was in the Westin next door). Not only did I have the extra $100.00 a night I would have blew on the Westin to... more
Great location at an affordable rate. Practically same rate as a hostel, if you're traveling w/ another person. Not fancy. Stayed in a room w/ 2 (comfy) twin beds w/ oversized pillow (surprise!), shared bathroom. Shares building w/ YMCA - but gym is... more
stumbling into the 500 west after 2 weeks tooling around mexico was a great night for me. a clean albeit small room looking out on broadway with a comfortable bed and a dozen or so clean individual bathrooms on each floor to choose from ( allw/... more
A very nice hotel, with friendly and helpful service. Sometimes they played music too loud and too late. The young people who stayed there made it look like a community youth center , but that was most likely because I was staying there during San... more
