The Culver Hotel
9400 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
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Welcome to the Culver Hotel, where classic meets contemporary and history is reimagined. With artful design and European ambiance, our 1924 National Landmark stands proudly in the heart of Downtown Culver City, one of Los Angeles' most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. Whether you are visiting from close or afar, we invite you to celebrate the art of travel in an authentic and enchanting setting. Discover more than a hotel, we are a destination where people come together to enjoy curated experiences, explore local culture, and reconnect with old-world elegance. Whether you are dining at our restaurant, hosting an event, joining us for live music and cocktails, or staying in one of our vintage-inspired guest rooms, we can't wait to welcome you to our legendary property.
Self Parking $20 overnight daily
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Property amenities
Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Evening entertainment
Patio
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Concierge
Car park
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Complimentary welcome drink
Happy hour
Outdoor dining area
Wine / champagne
Nightclub / DJ
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Telephone
Refrigerator
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
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English, French, Spanish, German and 1 more
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Nestled in the heart of Culver City, The Culver Hotel delights guests with its elegant charm and bygone-era ambiance, complete with live jazz that enlivens the atmosphere. The hotel's prime location earns high marks for its convenience to local attractions. While the amenities, including a lively bar and quality toiletries, are generally appreciated, some visitors mention the rooms can feel cramped and the gym facilities are limited.
Cleanliness is consistently praised, though service reviews are a mixed bag, ranging from friendly to unprofessional. Moreover, guests often find the additional fees and expensive parking challenging, questioning the overall value.
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Great boutique hotel. There’s a lot of history here, and they lean into it. Rooms are a little on the small side but very tastefully decorated and have everything you need. The complimentary filtered water in a glass bottle is a nice touch. I’ll definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Kevin Cantor, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 10 Dec 2024
Greetings 203keithf, We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We truly strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible, and I am glad that we were able to meet your expectations. We hope to see you back soon in Culver City! Kevin Cantor Front Office Manager
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The Culver Hotel is located in an historically significant building in the heart of downtown Culver. With this historic nature are some key benefits - it's beautiful, quaint, and it really leans into its old Hollywood character. Depending on what you are looking for, historic could have some drawbacks, too - there is a lived in feel to the hotel, so if small dents and other imperfections are not your speed, then another property might be more suitable.
The hotel also does not have some of the services you'd expect from larger properties, like, for example, room service or a pool, but what it does have is a team that cares deeply about providing top-notch service to guests. Always friendly and accommodating, the entire front desk team, especially Ana, were so kind and helpful to my family and me during our stay. When an issue happened at the hotel that was beyond its control, Ana and the team made it right with us, and that was appreciated.
I'd like to also mention that the area in which the hotel is located is absolutely ideal. The Culver Steps are literally right outside the hotel, along with a nearly overwhelming number of dining and shopping options within a close walking distance. We did not get a rental car during our stay, and we did not need it - particularly since the hotel works with a terrific luxury car service called Alto. I can't recommend using this service enough.
Especially considering the plentiful dining options nearby, I'd probably avoid Lillie's - the service wasn't great and it's unbelievably expensive.
Finally, consider requesting a room facing the Culver Steps or the plaza area where Chipotle is located. The street noise coming from the main street was loud, and I live in a major city.
Overall, though, if you are looking for a cool upscale property in a nice area, especially if you want to be near Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and the airport, the Culver Hotel is your place.
The hotel also does not have some of the services you'd expect from larger properties, like, for example, room service or a pool, but what it does have is a team that cares deeply about providing top-notch service to guests. Always friendly and accommodating, the entire front desk team, especially Ana, were so kind and helpful to my family and me during our stay. When an issue happened at the hotel that was beyond its control, Ana and the team made it right with us, and that was appreciated.
I'd like to also mention that the area in which the hotel is located is absolutely ideal. The Culver Steps are literally right outside the hotel, along with a nearly overwhelming number of dining and shopping options within a close walking distance. We did not get a rental car during our stay, and we did not need it - particularly since the hotel works with a terrific luxury car service called Alto. I can't recommend using this service enough.
Especially considering the plentiful dining options nearby, I'd probably avoid Lillie's - the service wasn't great and it's unbelievably expensive.
Finally, consider requesting a room facing the Culver Steps or the plaza area where Chipotle is located. The street noise coming from the main street was loud, and I live in a major city.
Overall, though, if you are looking for a cool upscale property in a nice area, especially if you want to be near Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and the airport, the Culver Hotel is your place.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 20 May 2024
Dear Mr. French, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your recent stay at The Culver Hotel. We appreciate your insights! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the beauty and charm of our hotel. We are continuously working to maintain and improve our facilities to ensure a comfortable stay for all our guests, however I do apologize for any inconvenience you might have encountered. We are thrilled to hear that you found our team to be friendly and accommodating! Providing exceptional service is our top priority, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words to our team. It was my pleasure to assist you throughout your stay. We are also delighted that you appreciated the convenient location of our hotel, with easy access to the Culver Steps and a multitude of dining and shopping options nearby. We understand the importance of a seamless transportation experience, and we're pleased to hear that Alto met your needs during your stay. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with noise from the main street, and have shared your feedback with higher management. Thank you for recommending The Culver Hotel! It was a pleasure to have you as our guest, and we hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Sincerely, Ana - Front Office Supervisor
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Traditional, historic and perfectly located - this is a great hotel full with character and a very warm welcome. We stayed in a king size room which wasn't massive but was perfectly adequate for us, the shower comes with Aesop soaps/shampoo and there is a refrigerator and the usual coffee facilities. The people at reception/check-in were really friendly and you receive a voucher for the bar - we had great cocktails. The surrounding area is clean, friendly and has multiple choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We found it to be the perfect base.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Kevin Cantor, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 10 Dec 2024
Greetings MattCookeUK, Thank you for your review, we're delighted you were able to enjoy the amenities and found the hotel to be a perfect base for your stay. We enjoyed taking care of you and hope you return to Culver City soon! Kevin Cantor Front Office Manager
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The hotel could do with a proper breakfast menu given that they charge a substantial fee. There is usually no one at the dining room to serve croissants from behind the bar and only options would be a whole apple, a muffin/cake slice. The rooms can do with a bit of an upgrade with hardly any closet space (the closet in the room was tiny with hardly any space to stand; the cupboard was rickety and didnt even have selves. The least the hotel can do is provide two bottles of water. The bath fittings need an upgrade/were crying out for some repair if not replacement.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 14 Feb 2024
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience while staying with us. Your experience was below our standard based on the comments you shared. I have shared your feedback with the hotel's leadership team regarding your disappointment of our breakfast offering, and the bath fittings in your room, to ensure such issues are resolved. I hope you choose to stay with us again when your travels bring you back to the area. Sincerely, Ana - Front Office Supervisor
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Beautiful Art Deco hotel with exceptional service. My only issues were with the room itself. Uneven mattress spurred acid reflux, because your head is lower than your feet. Pillows were strangely uneven with hard patches in places. No good neck support from any combination of pillows. I don’t know why I didn’t think to ask if they had other pillows, that’s on me.
The room was stuffy and hot at night, but running the air conditioner was not a great option, as after a few minutes, a mildew smell permeated the room.
UPDATE: I was contacted by the hotel after I sent them the above feedback on their post-stay survey. They detailed the steps they were going to take to address my concerns and refunded part of a fee from my bill. Based on their response, and again the level of service, I’m keeping the original starred review, but adding this note so you’ll be aware that the hotel staff really does go all out to make sure you’re comfortable.
The room was stuffy and hot at night, but running the air conditioner was not a great option, as after a few minutes, a mildew smell permeated the room.
UPDATE: I was contacted by the hotel after I sent them the above feedback on their post-stay survey. They detailed the steps they were going to take to address my concerns and refunded part of a fee from my bill. Based on their response, and again the level of service, I’m keeping the original starred review, but adding this note so you’ll be aware that the hotel staff really does go all out to make sure you’re comfortable.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 9 Jun 2024
Dear Ms. Glazer, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay. I am glad we could address your concerns and show you that we take our guests' satisfaction very seriously. Providing exceptional service is most important goal every day. Looking forward to hosting you when your travels bring you back to the area, Sincerely, Anaelle - Front Office Supervisor
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first-time stay, won’t go back. There’s very little water pressure (4th flr) and no truly hot water at all so get used to showering in a weak spray of lukewarm water.
My check-in experience was awful. The young lady at the front desk was especially unhelpful about the forced-air heating unit in my room that was making a continuous clacking noise loud enough to be heard in the hallway outside the room. When I requested to be switched to a room with a properly functioning unit, she told me there were no rooms available at the same size I had reserved, but that a smaller room would be made available at the same price. When I said I would have to discuss the price with the manager she magically found a room of the same size with a quiet heater. How they could rent my first room given the noise of the heater is beyond belief.
My check-in experience was awful. The young lady at the front desk was especially unhelpful about the forced-air heating unit in my room that was making a continuous clacking noise loud enough to be heard in the hallway outside the room. When I requested to be switched to a room with a properly functioning unit, she told me there were no rooms available at the same size I had reserved, but that a smaller room would be made available at the same price. When I said I would have to discuss the price with the manager she magically found a room of the same size with a quiet heater. How they could rent my first room given the noise of the heater is beyond belief.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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The room was great, and the restaurant was great. My biggest issue with this property is that the parking is a disaster. For this level of a hotel there needs to be a valet option or a convenient parking lot for guest to self park. Being directed to the Trader Joe’s down the street when you have luggage is ridiculous then there’s a parking structure immediately next-door, which I was told upon check out was not the parking area you partner with so therefore, you don’t validate. this resulted in me arriving at the property with some stress, and then departing the property with stress. I will likely not return.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Parking is awful
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 11 Jun 2024
Dear Toby, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your room and dining experience. However, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration you encountered with our parking arrangements. Your feedback regarding the need for a valet option or a more convenient parking solution is invaluable to us, and we will certainly take it into consideration as we strive to enhance our guest experience. We regret any stress this may have caused during your stay and departure. We hope you'll reconsider and give us another chance to exceed your expectations in the future. If there's anything further we can do to assist you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Sincerely, Ana - Front Office Supervisor
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Historical hotel with well kept rooms and public areas. The location is great and accessible parking at a reasonable price is a rare find in LA. Perhaps lacking the full confort of newer buildings The Culver experience is worth it if you enjoy a classy historical vibe.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 2 Apr 2024
Dear guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent stay at The Culver Hotel. I am delighted you appreciated our classy feeling and historical building! Please give us a call whenever you are ready to visit us again! Sincerely, Ana - Front Office Supervisor
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The elegance and charm of the culver hotel are unmatched. It’s as if you step into a Time Machine and are transported back to the 20’s. The hotel is apparently celebrating their 100th year anniversary and I am excited to come back to experience.
The team did not miss a beat during my stay.
They heard it was my birthday and went above and beyond with a hand written letter in my room and a bottle of bubbles for me as well as a birthday dessert and welcome bubbles in the signature restaurant, Lillies. I enjoyed afternoon tea on the patio on Sunday morning and it was the perfect start to my day and kicking off my packed studio tours for Sony and Amazon next door.
I cannot wait to come back!
The team did not miss a beat during my stay.
They heard it was my birthday and went above and beyond with a hand written letter in my room and a bottle of bubbles for me as well as a birthday dessert and welcome bubbles in the signature restaurant, Lillies. I enjoyed afternoon tea on the patio on Sunday morning and it was the perfect start to my day and kicking off my packed studio tours for Sony and Amazon next door.
I cannot wait to come back!
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from TCH Reception, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 11 Jun 2024
Dear Clayton V, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at the Culver Hotel. We are thrilled to hear that you found our hotel's elegance and charm to be unmatched and that you felt transported back to the 20s during your stay. It was truly a pleasure for us to celebrate your birthday with you, and we're delighted that our gestures, such as the hand-written letter, birthday bubbles, and special dessert, added to the joy of your stay. We're also glad to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Lillies and the perfect start to your day with afternoon tea on our patio. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Culver Hotel for our Centennial Anniversary! Warm regards, Ana - Front Office Supervisor
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I would give this hotel a good rating for the location. The rooms are a bit small but it was fine for me as a solo traveler. I found the free breakfast in the morning to be gone before 8:15/ 9 and not restocked to accommodate guests which was frustrating since it’s something we pay for. Also the parking is a walk and there is a garage right next to hotel that if you don’t need in and out is cheaper
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Bethany Jennings, Guest Services / Front Office at The Culver Hotel
Responded 2 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We are in the process of re-evaulating our breakfast offerings, so we appreciate you sharing your concerns. We hope to welcome you back in the future and surpass your expecations!
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Sorry for delay answering. Just decided to check my account and saw this. My husband and I drove from San Francisco Bay Area to the Culver. We used valet parking.
They are a small hotel, with very nice staff. I’m sure they would be glad to answer your question. You might want to check Uber and Lyft, as well. We used Uber during our stay and it was well worth it.
Our room had wood floors and good air. The staff was very accommodating and I'm sure you could request a room with wood floors if for some reason some rooms have carpet.
We have lovely outdoor areas to sit and read. Our patio is unique, it is not facing any traffic. It faces out to the Town Plaza and there is sunny and shaded spaces for our guests to enjoy all day long. At night it gets very busy, a real bar scene, but during the day it is quiet and gorgeous.
I am so sorry for the delay in getting back to you.
We have valet parking at $26 per night per vehicle and a self parking options of $13 per night.
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missed the question and took far too long to answer.
Sorry.
We have a little gym in our hotel that is open 24 hours a day with a bike, treadmill and a universal machine with some free weights.
There is also a LA Fitness that is a 5 minute drive from the hotel.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Culver Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Culver Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Bhagavad-gita Diorama-Museum (0.3 km), Museum Of Jurassic Technology (0.2 km), and Center Theatre Group - Kirk Douglas Theatre (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Culver Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Culver Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Culver Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Culver Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Culver Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Meet in Paris, Tender Greens, and Akasha Restaurant.
Is The Culver Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Culver City.
Does The Culver Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Culver Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to The Culver Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Greystone Mansion and Park (7.6 km), Virginia Robinson Gardens (7.2 km), and Los Angeles California Temple (4.8 km).
Does The Culver Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.