Review: Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood (Los Angeles, California)
About The Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood
The Kimpton Everly Hotel is a contemporary and vibrant hotel located smack in the heart of Hollywood, California. With its modern design and welcoming ambiance, it provides a comfortable and stylish stay for guests. The hotel opened its doors in 2017 and quickly became a popular choice for travelers seeking a convenient location and a unique experience in Hollywood.
The Stay At A Glance:
- Official Website: Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood
- Average Nightly Cost During Stay: $239 per night ($285.85 all-in)
- Loyalty Program: IHG One Rewards
- Loyalty Category: N/A
- Discount Applied: $40 off of $200 Amex Offer
- Room Type as Booked: 1 Essential King Room
- Room Upgrade: *Higher Floor w/ Hollywood Sign View
- Resort Fee: N/A; $10.49 :Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance Surcharge
- Parking Fee: N/A (Utilized Street Parking)
Booking/Redemption
Location & Parking
Situated near Hollywood’s famed Highway 101, the Kimpton Everly Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Bowl, and the TCL Chinese Theatre. The location is ideal for exploring the dining & entertainment that Hollywood has to offer.
The Kimpton Everly Hotel has valet parking only.
FHOP Tip: If you are looking to save some cash on parking, Hollywood has you covered. There are parking meters in area around the Kimpton Everly Hotel, and you may even get lucky and find free parking right across the street from the hotel (Note: space can be hard to come by on a busy Friday or Saturday night).
Lobby
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IHG One Rewards: Diamond Elite Status Benefits
As part of the IHG One Rewards loyalty program, guests with Diamond Elite status can enjoy exclusive benefits at the Kimpton Everly Hotel. These benefits may include room upgrades (subject to availability), late checkout, and complimentary breakfast at Jane Q.
Front Desk
Check-in was quick and easy. I was offered a room “upgrade” to a higher floor with a view of the Hollywood sign.
Welcome Package
Room Key
Elevator Area
Hallway
Room Entrance: 1 King Essential Room
The 1 King Essential room at the Kimpton Everly Hotel was a comfortable and inviting space, no complaints on the room amenities. The room featured a king-sized bed with plush bedding, modern furnishings, and a well-appointed bathroom.
Bedroom
 
Living Area
Room Amenities
Closet
Bathroom
The toiletry products provided were Atelier Bloem (the standard Kimpton toiletries), and there was also a mish-mash hand soap from Terra Pure.
 
View From The Room (Promotional Photo)
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Actual View From The Room Photos: Hollywood Sign
Actual View From The Room Photos: Hollywood Freeway (101)
Room Condition: Issues
We did feel like our room had tangible maintenance and cleanliness issues.
I noticed the room appeared to be very heavily trafficked (“partied in”) and thus, the room needed some serious deep cleaning and maintenance TLC (especially on the shower-head, desk, and A/C vent).
Debis on the floor indicated the carpet had not been throughly vacuumed before we arrived.
Grime on the shower
Dings on the closet/closet doors
Dents on the closet/closet doors
Mystery burns / stains
Mystery burns / stains
Mystery burns / stains
Debris on an un-vacuumed floor…a bobby-pin and a…toenail???
Dust and grime in the air-vent
Kimpton Everly Hotel Dining Options
Dinner options at the Kimpton Everly Hotel included the hotel’s on-site restaurant, Jane Q, which offered a diverse menu of California-inspired cuisine.
Additionally, the hotel offered rooftop dining at the Skyline Pool and drinks at Ever Bar.
Breakfast
The Diamond Elite Hot Breakfast “for two” option was redeemable at Jane-Q, where we ordered food and coffee to-go.
The food and service were very good, as expected.
The Property Interior
Ever Bar
During the day
At night
Rooftop Lounge Area
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Swimming Pool
The hotel featured the Skyline Pool, which offered guests views of the Hollywood Hills.
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FHOP Tip: What’s Nearby: Guests can explore the famous Hollywood Boulevard and visit iconic landmarks such as the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Dolby Theatre. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the hotel’s proximity to hiking trails in the Hollywood Hills or enjoy a scenic drive to nearby attractions like Griffith Observatory.
The Bottom-Line Review: Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood (Los Angeles, California)
Our stay at the Kimpton Everly Hotel was a mixed experience. The hotel’s location in the heart of Hollywood was undoubtedly a major highlight, providing easy access to popular attractions in the area. We also enjoyed the cool artfulness of the Ever Bar, which offered a trendy atmosphere and a creative selection of cocktails.
The Diamond Elite Hot Breakfast at Jane Q restaurant was a very good, no complaints with our take-out.
However, we were disappointed with the cleanliness of our room. Furthermore, we observed the room required much-needed maintenance. There were signs of wear and tear, a non-vacuumed carpet, and a grimy shower-head and A/C vent. This aspect of our stay did not meet our expectations.
Taking into account all aspects of our stay, ultimately The Kimpton Everly Hotel in Hollywood is a decent choice for travelers who want to stay close to the action, especially if they are IHG elites or even just IHG loyalists. With a great location and awesome Hollywood views, the hotel does have a lot to offer. In our case, while the location and amenities were enjoyable, the lack of attention to detail in room upkeep brought the rating down. We hope that the hotel addresses these concerns to ensure a more satisfactory experience for future guests.
Final Rating 7.25 out of 10.
