Short Stories is located in the center, a short walk to the best shopping, dining, and museums the city has to offer. The property offers comfortable rooms. Each room features local artwork and custom décor, every room is outfitted with its own. Short Stories Restaurant serves our take on California cuisine, fresh, seasonal ingredients by the diversity of California by way of the Far East, Latin America and the Mediterranean.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 full beds
1 king bed
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.9
High score for Los Angeles

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Iglesias
    United States United States
    it was so comfortable and cozy. Being in your room was like a big hug and you could not hear any noise from the other rooms. The entire place is well built and the details were well thought out.
  • Rajani
    United States United States
    It’s a beautiful and centrally located property with a wonderful focus on art. It was very easy to get to Laurel Canyon, Studio City and other neighborhoods. The staff were are all very welcoming. The curated collection of Art books in each room...
  • Aviya
    Israel Israel
    The location is great, just across from the farmers market. Chic design and ambiance. Valet service was professional. Generously let us check in early.
  • Sam
    United States United States
    Loved the location (farmer's market and third street home to shops and great restaurant. Loved the vibe of the hotel; great staff, terrific bistro/bar and the room was perfect. Great places to work.
  • Jazz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is fantastic. Walkable to Farmers Market, The Grove and local Whole Foods / Trader Joes. Beds super comfy and great decor. Stylish up market motel vibes. Very LA! Staff were all so helpful and kind. We also really enjoyed happy hour at...
  • Joanne
    United States United States
    Great location, very nice staff, nice sized room with comfy bed. Great vibe !
  • Konstantinos
    United States United States
    The best location to stay at LA. The room was spacious and the decoration was amazing. I totally recommend it.
  • Romulo
    United States United States
    overall stay was good, property was very charm and clean.
  • Jean
    United States United States
    The staff, especially the general manager, Nadeev, were incredibly gracious and helpful when I left my phone charger in the room when I checked out. Thank you!
  • Chad
    United States United States
    Hotel is very nice, very clean, unkept well, secure parking, and close to lots of restaurants and shops. Sherri at the front desk was very accommodating changing our room when requested.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Bar at Short Stories Hotel
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Short Stories Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Happy hour
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $45 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Baby safety gates

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safe

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Short Stories Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubDiscoverCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The hotel only accepts credit cards with chips in them. Cash is not accepted.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Short Stories Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Short Stories Hotel

  • Short Stories Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Bar at Short Stories Hotel
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Short Stories Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Short Stories Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Quad
  • The prices at Short Stories Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Short Stories Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Happy hour
    • Swimming pool
  • Short Stories Hotel is 6.8 miles from the center of Los Angeles. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.