Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel

The Sheraton Los Angeles DowntownHotel is located about one half mile northwest of Staples Center and LA Live, at the intersection of Hope Street and 7^th Street.  Although it is in downtown, there is not much in the immediate neighborhood.  Walking for a few minutes will get you to many restaurants and shops, and is about a 10 minute walk to LA Live.

As you enter the hotel, the registration desk is to the left.  The lobby area is somewhat small, but at the same time is deceptive as well.  Behind the registration desk is a small sitting area with a couple of lounge chairs and a TV.  Along with the Link@Sheraton which contains several computers and free internet access.

Registration is achingly slow for some reason.  Although there were two other people in front of me in the check-in line, it took about 15 minutes to get checked in.  Check-in was thorough and all benefits and amenities were explained.  I was told that just for being a Starwood member that in addition to the small bottle of water that is complimentary in the room, the larger bottle would also be complimentary.  A very nice touch, and one that rewards members of all levels.

The standard king room is fairly big with the closet to the immediate right.  Next to that is the bathroom, which is fairly big with a single sink, toilet and shower/tub combo.  The door knob to the bathroom was very loose and almost to the point of falling off.

Bathroom Sink

Shower/tub combo

The Sheraton Sweet Sleeper king bed is comfortable with an ample amount of pillows and comforters.

King Sweet Sleeper Bed

There is a fairly large desk with ample work space with the TV located right next to it.  The TV remote was somewhat slow to respond which was frustrating at times.

Bedroom

Desk

There is a lounge chair along with a small table next to the window.

Unfortunately, the view from the room was not all that great.  I had a view overlooking a rooftop of a very old and dilapidated building.

As you can see, the controls for the air conditioner is very old, although simple to use.  The air conditioner was not all that powerful and the room did not get very cold despite being set to its lowest level.

Temperature Controls

Although the hotel does not have a gym, by showing your room key to the nearby LA Fitness will allow you access as a guest.  LA Fitness right outside the side door next to the registration desk.

The room was a little worn and could use a facelift.  With the newer hotels located in the downtown area, such as the JW Marriott, Ritz Carlton and the newly planned opening of a Hyatt hotel, the Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel will likely need to make some improvements in order to compete.