Short Stories Hotel

Hotels
Independent
9 (185 reviews)
115 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, California, 90036 , Los Angeles , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Health or beauty spa nearby
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Nice amenities
Cons:
Minor plumbing issues
Cashless payment concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Most reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the hotel.
Service
9.75
Staff were described as friendly and helpful multiple times.
Location
9.25
The location received positive remarks for its accessibility to attractions.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms were generally well-reviewed, though some minor issues were mentioned.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities included stylish décor and a pleasant outdoor area.
Value for Money
8.25
Some guests expressed concerns about value related to cashless tipping.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food and beverage offerings were generally well-received.
Overall Experience
9.25
Positive overall experience with praise for the staff and facilities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:22

Property Description

Experience the heart of Los Angeles at Short Stories Hotel, where comfort meets style in the vibrant Beverly Grove neighborhood.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind in our serene outdoor pool oasis or soak up the sun from our beautiful terrace and garden, perfect for a refreshing escape amidst the city buzz.

Culinary Delights
Indulge your palate at The Bar at Short Stories, featuring delectable American cuisine. Enjoy room service for a cozy dining experience in the comfort of your luxurious space.

Ultimate Comfort
Retreat to one of our 66 elegantly designed air-conditioned rooms equipped with Smart TVs and plush pillowtop beds adorned with Egyptian cotton sheets, ensuring a restorative night's sleep.

Don’t miss the chance to elevate your Los Angeles experience—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LAX

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 11

  • Guest type

    Caters to LGBTQ guests

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 185 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Adam partner
10
Pros:

As always a great place to stay. Welcomed us with Prosecco and juice. Love that it's right across from The Grove and the Farmer's Market which provide plenty of dining options, which means it doesn't matter than the onsite options are limited. However this also meant we could use the Expedia amenity as we were only around one night and didn't eat at the restaurant.

Very walkable and safe area. We walked 20 minutes to Bacio di Latte and felt fine doing so. Lots of upscale dining nearby as well.

Rooms are very cute with a seating area and lots of books. A ton of personality here.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Cornelia
10
Pros:

Very nice hotel, clean room and walkable area with lots of dining options.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Leslie
10
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff. Great service! Also the hotel is beautiful and located within walking distance of attractions such as the Grove.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Monique
8
Pros:

The room was really stylish and cute. The staff were friendly. There is shopping and restaurants right across the streer. I picked the location for its proximity to Universal Studios.

The walls are thin; I can hear the neighbors talking. Hallways and rooms are not carpeted so noise travels very easily. The hotel does provide complementary earplugs. It smells like cigarette smoke in the bathroom which I think was coming through the venfs.

Overall, besides those cons it is really nice place to stay.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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Amy
10
Pros:

I love this unique hotel. It was

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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Wendy partner
10
Pros:

We have stayed at this hotel since 2009. We love it. Great staff. Close to shopping, dining and our son.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Matthew
8
Pros:

Overall good hotel. My room had a hallway light right out front of it that spilled into my room was so it wasn’t possible to get fully pitch black. But otherwise a nice hotel

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Diana
10
Pros:

Wonderful location and nice, stylish rooms. Check-in was friendly and helpful. Great housekeeping. Carafe of water in the room was appreciated. Valet staff was great, particularly the person working in the mornings. I wish we were able to recycle bottles. I was a bit disappointed that I wasn't able to extend my check-out by a half-hour. I know that this is never guaranteed or owed, but the person at the front desk was a bit dismissive about it. It is also disappointing that the hotel is "cashless" -- this hurts housekeeping and valet when it comes to tips. Otherwise, though, a great stay.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Doron
8
Pros:

Thanks

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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Nicole
10
Pros:

So cute and chic!

Rooms were so spacious clean and very well curated. The beds were so comfortable and the sheets were top notch.

Restaurant and outdoor area is a vibe for sure.

Highly recommend!

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
S
Se Gye family
10
Pros:

The location was great and it was clean

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
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Susan Cohen
8
Pros:

I liked the quiet and comfortable inner outdoor courtyard and the daily available coffee. Room was ample and somewhat basic, but comfortable with a large screen TV and couch and table, in a junior suite in the south building. The AC was adequate but disturbing as it switched on and off. Terrific location right next to the Grove - ideal location for everything I wanted, though would have to leave the property for breakfast. Helpful and friendly staff.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
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Christine
10
Pros:

This property will be my #1 pick when I’m in this area of LA. The staff is kind, genuinely helpful and actively tries to make the customer experience as close to perfect as you can get. The charm is lovely and inviting. The room amenities are fantastic as well. Close to great food and shopping. Well done Short Stories!

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Janet partner
10
Pros:

The patio and bar were very inviting and the food and drinks were delicious.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
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Michael
8
Pros:

Only one issue with the property. The shower door leaked. So I always had pudding on the floor after a shower.

The great, the staff was friendly. The room is comfortable and quiet. The restaurant has great food. A great coffee and donut place is within walking distance. The Farmers Market offers a wide variety of cuisine to eat. A great Thai place is also in walking distance.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
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Adrian family
10
Pros:

Excellent staff, they’re all very friendly and helpful. Room was good, some minor plumbing issues but nothing substantially major to cause any problems during my stay. Bed is on the harder side if that’s something you’re interested in or concerned about. Overall, a convenient and comfortable stay for a week.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
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Kate
10
Pros:

Clean and well presented room. Friendly Reception and Bar staff.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
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Benjamina family
10
Pros:

Unique and stylish hotel near Farmer’s Market. The patio is lovely, the rooms nicely decorated, even though for four people a little bit on the small side. The pool has good depth, but is also on the smaller side. The staff is absolutely lovely and accomodating.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
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Matthew partner
10
Pros:

Great stay, hotel was great. Everything at the hotel was well presented and very clean. The staff were friendly and treated us well. The hotel was well positioned for many activities LA has to offer. Property was in a safe location and we felt comfortable to walk around the streets surrounding the hotel.

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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Luz
10
Pros:

The great Hotel near to Winsor Choza Pilates! That was a great recommendation from Saul Choza! I will be back in October!!!! Big thanks 😊

2025-08-25 via Nuitee