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Overview of EC Motel

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Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

EC Motel

2 out of 5
Guests rated this property 3.5/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Available

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • Hand sanitizer provided

Explore the area

    Popular LocationMcDonalds Swim Stadium5 min drive
    Popular LocationUniversity of Southern California5 min drive
    Popular LocationUSC Fisher Museum of Art9 min drive
    AirportLos Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)27 min drive

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  • Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

    Photos of Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

    3.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 215 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 Queen Bed
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  • Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Courtyard Area

    Photos of Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Courtyard Area

    Room amenities

    • 250 sq ft
    • Sleeps 5
    • 2 Queen Beds
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  • Studio Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

    Photos of Studio Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

    Room amenities

    • 225 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
    More details

About this area

Los Angeles

Located in Los Angeles, EC Motel is in the business district and near a metro station. California African American Museum and USC Fisher Museum of Art are cultural highlights, while Shrine Auditorium is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Guests appreciate the motel's quiet location.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • McDonalds Swim Stadium - 5 min drive
  • University of Southern California - 5 min drive
  • USC Fisher Museum of Art - 9 min drive
  • California Science Center - 9 min drive
  • Rose Garden - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Expo/Western Station - 8 min walk
  • Los Angeles Cal State Station - 13 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 27 min drive

About this property

EC Motel

Los Angeles motel in Downtown Los Angeles, near University of Southern California
This smoke-free motel features self parking, express check-out, and multilingual staff. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a convenience store. All rooms are individually decorated and offer free WiFi and free bottled water. Guests can enjoy deep soaking tubs, and other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. Weekly housekeeping is available.
EC Motel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs.

This Los Angeles motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in October 2018.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking is wheelchair accessible

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • No elevators
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Renovated guestrooms - October 2018
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down comforter
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 6:30 PM)
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 5 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within the same county as the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

EC Motel Los Angeles
EC Motel
EC Motel Motel
EC Motel Los Angeles
EC Motel Motel Los Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Is EC Motel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at EC Motel?
Self parking is available for USD 5 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at EC Motel?
Check-in is from 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at EC Motel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35 (subject to availability).
Where is EC Motel located?
Located in Downtown Los Angeles, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of University of Southern California, USC Fisher Museum of Art, and Shrine Auditorium. California Science Center and California African American Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Expo/Western Station is 8 minutes by foot and Expo/Vermont Station is 28 minutes.
3.2
Rating 5 - Excellent. 124 out of 522 reviews
5 - Excellent 24%
Rating 4 - Good. 151 out of 522 reviews
4 - Good 29%
Rating 3 - Okay. 63 out of 522 reviews
3 - Okay 12%
Rating 2 - Poor. 57 out of 522 reviews
2 - Poor 11%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 127 out of 522 reviews
1 - Terrible 24%

3.5/5

Cleanliness

3.4/5

Staff & service

3.3/5

Amenities

3.3/5

Property conditions & facilities

1/5 Terrible

Sad face IconDisliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The refrigerator was leaking and it made a huge puddle in my room. Also, they wouldn't allow me to check in early, so had to sit in the parking lot and wait until check in (3 hours later...)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

1/5 Terrible

Sad face IconDisliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

4/5 Good

Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice studio
We were on a budget and this was the nicest room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

1/5 Terrible

Sad face IconDisliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

4/5 Good

Traveled with family
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was good staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

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