2-Star Hotels in California, United States

"A small, convenient hotel. While there's no breakfast, the owner thoughtfully provides coffee and snacks on the first floor. The owner was incredibly friendly and helped me print documents twice. They even feed the stray cats outside! It's worth it for a short stay, offering great value for money. Plus, it's a convenient drive to UC Berkeley."

"The room was very clean and cleaned every day. Unlike many hotels in the United States, it was cleaned once in two or three days. This should be praised. The hotel has tickets for United Studios, a little discount, this is also possible. The hotel is an underground garage, 15 knives a night. There is a guest laundry room, there is a washing machine and a dryer, there are fewer machines."

"Great location. Nice and clean rooms. Best value option. I’ll be using this location again and again. Very helpful staff."

"I had a great stay overall. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The facilities were convenient and everything worked as expected. The staff were friendly, polite, and always willing to help whenever I had questions. The location was also convenient, making it easy to get around. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, and I would happily stay here again"

"Remember to bring your own slippers and a padlock. You'll need to go up one flight of stairs to the second floor for check-in. It might be a bit tough if you have a lot of luggage, so a backpack is recommended. The front desk is 24-hour, and the staff are very friendly. Guests come from all over the world, creating a nice atmosphere (though everyone still maintains polite distance). You can store your luggage in advance. Towel and hairdryer are provided; you can ask for them at the front desk. Hairdryers must be returned after use. Upon check-out, you need to place used sheets and towels in the recycling bin. When storing food in the kitchen fridge, make sure to label it. Pros: Excellent location: Very close to the subway station, just one stop to Universal Studios. The hostel itself is right on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, so attractions are right outside. There's also a supermarket nearby if you want to cook in the kitchen. Breakfast provided: Simple breakfast starts at 7 AM (coffee, bagels, fruit, oatmeal, etc.). Beds have shelves, USB ports, and blackout curtains: The shelves are handy for small items, the USB ports are convenient for charging, and the blackout curtains block light and add a bit more privacy. There's a small changing area in the room (in the 4-person female dorm). Cons: The entire building has a strong smell, either of cleaning products or insect repellent. The kitchen isn't 24-hour (it seems to be 7 AM-midnight). You can't cook at night (jet lag might wake you up then!) Minor inconveniences (not necessarily cons): The main entrance requires ringing the doorbell for front desk staff to open it, as you can't use a card. While a bit inconvenient, it's understandable. Being in a bustling area, this measure enhances security. Overall, it's still good, and I would book here again if the opportunity arises."

"It’s walking distance to Disneyland take you around the 25 minutes. The only complain is the Reception that charged me more than what I should pay when I booked a hotel on the trip.com. That means Trip.com mentioned how much I should pay at the hotel but the hotel charged me more than that excuse for tax."

"The accommodation was clean and well-maintained. It's a bit far from downtown, but that also means it's safer. It had good access to the Getty Center and Griffith Observatory."

"The location felt reasonably safe. Before checking in, you'll receive the door code from the host. After completing the online check-in prior to arrival, you can go straight to your room without needing to stop at the front desk. The cleanliness was acceptable. Each bed has its own locker."

"Good, safe location. Room and bathroom were fine, although an entire dresser was missing from the room and everything was situated on top of the fridge. The lady at the front desk was very friendly and allowed me to leave my bag prior to checking in. The guy at the night desk didn't bother to say hi back though."