Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

It was a good experience, staff was great and room was cleaned. Could have had a better breakfast. But overall we loved it

The property isn't in the best part of Hollywood but the gates make it feel safe. Its walking distance to the main attraction in Hollywood so that was nice. It was really hot in my room and maybe I didnt know how to use the unit that was in my room but it didnt seem like there was AC. The vibes are awesome, I loved that they have social events for guests, we had a wine tasting and a Pizza happy hour but it was later in the evening. I would stay here again.

Unsurprisingly, I woke up with bites over my legs. You will notice the mattresses are wrapped with liquid proof sheets (hospital style) probably because they know what happens there, and it would explain the strong stench of faeces. THERE WAS GAS LEAKING INTO MY ROOM through the vent right next to the bed, and I fell sick thanks to that. I left early and got myself another hotel, one that didn't feel as safe. If you love yourself, for the love of whatever you hold dear stay elsewhere. LA is too great for this hellhole of a hostel.

This property was conveniently located. The staff were very friendly. It had a very nice ambience. It was an amazing experience at the right price point.

1. Ugly: for $150, original room was world’s smallest hotel room - an unwanted bunk bed blocking half the open closet; microwave & fridge. (both in the good condition though ) there were no drawers, table, shelf of chair. blocked closet and a flimsy night stand. no towel bar, no hooks in the bath room to hang stuff. FORGET about the kitchen in the description. world’s smallest sosp “bars” size of a piece of candy. the toilet got clogged at first use. only plus were nee m/w, fridge & humidifier 2. Good: I went down (no phone in room) & immediately assigned me another room so ++ for service. this room was much more spacious -large walk in closet, more space, 2 level night flat tj stand, a wide modern seat! Spacious bathroom windows with hooks (no counter space) still NO KITCHEN The best: - unadvertised breakfast, basic but fulfilling . - Tiki garden - very nice surprising for a 2 star - hot water and s choice of teas and instant coffee 24/7. even 5 stars don’t have this - social on Sat evening - fresh burgers including a vegan choice, unlimited beverage including alcohol. music, karaoke & dancing till midnight, Usually not my thing but it worked THIS time since solo leisure travel. - int’l guests from all over the world - TT table & arcade had start, but nice ending.

Value for money. Three of us stayed at the hotel. Room was spacious and clean. Washroom and kitchen were very nicely kept and well equipped. I would recommend the hotel

The room was spotless when I arrived. Shower was plenty hot. Heater worked well. Common area was fun. No issue with noise during the designated quiet time.

The room was not clean upon arrival, dirty over floors and cupboards. (food matter in oven and cupboards?), dust collections on carpet, dirty lino in kitchen area. Front of house staff were amazingly helpful and very very nice to deal with, unsure about cleaners as we did not see them or experience their work during our 7 night stay..... Planned onsite events were noisy but only until 10:30 as advertised, noise was not an issue at all. Again the front of house staff were exceptionally helpful and of great assistance.

We fell in love with this place!! Not only it’s downtown and close to tons of attractions, but the atmosphere and the staff’s easy going but attentive vibe make it an absolute gem! We will be back, and will tell everyone we know that this is THE place 😍

Really cool vibe 😎

Fun property

My original confirmed room was not available and had to settle for a room that didn’t meet my basic standards.

Didn’t stay could not find the hotel and no one answers the phone or emails very unprofessional

the service was amazing, the staff is very friendly and always helps you. its a central location, and there is a metro station very close. i would stay there again without a doubt. i fell in love with Devin, i hope he doesn't see this ✌

Was above and beyond what i could've expected. The facilties were well kept and maintenanced, staff kind and helpful, rooms and spaces clean, hospitality through the roof with special "BBQ" social parties in the evening. The location was super short, direct, and safe shot to all of Hollywood.

It was good , you get what you pay for !

Good cheap stay in Hollywood

Very friendly staff

Staff Complaint: I was dismissed and humiliated by the staff on-sight when I voiced my concern. I felt unsafe being left outside the confines of the hotel without a buzz code at night. I voiced this to a staff member on duty. Instead of coming up with a viable solution, (like notifying the guests to check with the front desk in the morning or something to that effect) I was told this is a vibe hotel and I get what I pay for. And while there is room in the budget/ timetable for karaoke cookouts, there isn’t for safely measures. At this point I realized I was speaking to a new hire (when I was being signed in she mentioned being new) and she was taking my call to action as an attack so I asked to speak to the manager on duty. The manager was sitting at the desk and then reminded me that I was being given special treatment (having housekeeping replacement towels every other day) just before she suggested my purchasing pepper spray or a taser as a safety measure. It was an insult to say the least. I’ve never felt more humiliated addressing a safety concern. I understand it’s a budget hotel. I expected to need to bring my own blowdryer. I figured there would be roaches (which there were in the fridge everyday I might add). The TV not working right (no sound). And I even prepared myself to stop by target to buy bed bug spray on the chance there might be that issue (luckily

Fun place, Saturday night social was very fun actually.