The Standard Downtown LA vs Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
Both The Standard Downtown and Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Standard Downtown scores marginally higher than Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza. The Standard Downtown comes in at 83 with recommendations from 15 reviews like Travel + Leisure, DK Eyewitness and Insight Guides.
The Standard Downtown LA
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550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
From $220 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"An affordable bastion of cool aimed at the business traveler, the Standard is nothing if not amusing."
Fodor's
"Built in 1955 as Standard Oil's company's headquarters, the building was completely revamped under the sharp eye of owner André Balazs, giving it a sleeky, cutting-edge feel."
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Insight Guides
"One of the hippest places is the poolside bar on the roof."
Jetsetter
"Downtown LA’s original party palace with a retro-style diner, killer pool scene and high-design rooms."
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Be sure to locate the complimentary ear plugs before bed as the rooftop party goes on until the wee hours.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The poolside view is still hard to beat, the design is still striking, and the prices can dip way low."
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Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
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251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
From $99 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"The 17-story Omni is in downtown's cultural and business heart, just steps from the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Los Angeles Philharmonic's home, Walt Disney Concert Hall."
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Oyster
Upscale
"This 453-room luxury hotel caters largely to business travelers and other adults."
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DK Eyewitness
"Walk to Walt Disney Concert Hall, MOCA, and other downtown landmarks from this modern hotel in the Financial District."
Rough Guide
"Fancy, Bunker Hill hotel with plush rooms with internet access, swimming pool and weight room. Adjacent to MOCA and the Music Center."
Time Out
"Located close to Downtown's growing cultural district, the Omni offers theater and concert packages for those wanting to come here and catch a show or attend a party."
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