We had the great privilege of staying at the Hollywood Orchid Suites right at the end of a very long holiday. During our holiday we stayed at various hotels and resorts and backpacker accommodations - so we have seen and experienced a little bit of everything. We all agreed that this was one of the nicest places we have stayed and apart from all the plusses, also the most economic of all. Our internet booking was responded to very fast and efficient. I had to change our booking due to a change in our travel plans and it was dealt with just as efficiently. We booked a Junior Suite and when we arrived we were told that we have been upgraded to a bigger suite - at the same price! The room was an absolute delight - big room with two massive beds, TV, aircon and a big kitchen with dining area. After being on the road and eating out of restaurants for 3 weeks, it was such a pleasure to be able to cook again. The staff at the reception was extremely helpful and gave us very good advice on where to go and what to see. The hotel is also ideally situated - right behind the Kodak Teather (where the Oscars are held) and also on the Walk of Fame. Also a great shopping centre right next to it. Although many people say that this area is touristy and rundown, we did not think so at all. Well, it is touristy, but there is a great excitement in the air. We only had a day and ½ in the area, so did the Walk of Fame, Ripleys (we have a 6 year old!), took the bus to Santa Monica and booked the Celebrity House Tour - which turned out to be a really interesting tour with regards to LA and where things are happening. I would definitely stay here again!












