Arrived early in the morning as one does from an Australia flight and was greeted by Susanna with the promise that my request for an early check in was in the process of being organised and my room would be ready within the hour. Leaving the hotel with a very handy map and directions of how to reach the nearest CVS and supermarket (Trader Joe’s) I was on my way.
From the hotel it is a very easy walk into Hollywood to see the sights and have access to an abundance of tour companies to take you further on your sightseeing desires. There is a Trader Joe’s down from the hotel on Vine Street where you can buy delicious fresh food to fill up your mini fridge and cupboards. The Redbury doesn’t have its own spa; however, it is a quick 5-minute walk to the Bliss Spa attached to the W hotel and that is a great spa for a few hours of pampering.
The house car is a blessing and I used it over two days to take me to the Beverly Centre and The Grove. They don’t usually do pick up, but you can ring the hotel and if the car is not busy they will pick you up for a return trip which I was very lucky enough to secure on one of my days. Otherwise there is an abundance of taxis around to bring you back to the hotel, but be warned very few know where the hotel is and will ask you for the address so have it handy!
The rooms are great size, think studio apartment size, with a kitchenette stocked with a mini fridge, microwave and a coffee maker. A sitting area and balcony, mine had a view of Capital Records, comfy bed, great sized bathroom and shower and a washing machine/dryer which I found to be very handy as a traveller with limited clothing selections and a stay of 5 nights.
The only downside I found with the hotel is the street noise it really is an issue. I used the knowledge of other reviewers and asked for a quite room away from the nightclub, which stopped the thumping music noise; however, the street noise once the nightclub has closed rages on past 3am in the morning. I was on the third floor facing Vine Street and the street noise was terrible, perhaps it might be a little better if you have a higher floor or are facing away from the street.
I returned one evening to the nightclub ablaze with flashing police lights and an extended police presence. The nightclub was closed for whatever reason after the police presence and what a difference in the street noise! I had two uninterrupted nights of sleep.
Great hotel with excellent service and friendly staff who are knowledgeable about the surrounding areas and are more than happy to help you in anyway they can. Downside is the terrible street noise! Would I stay again? On my own for a relaxing get away, unfortunately no. With my family of teenagers, yes they would definitely enjoy the noise and excitement of the surrounding area.
Room Tip: Ask for a high floor away from nightclub and street noise.
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