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Short Stories Hotel

4.0 star property
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An outdoor seating area with a checkered floor, black and white striped sofas, and hanging pendant lights.
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A modern living room with a checkered floor, a blue sofa, and potted plants.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and shelves with bottles.
A modern living room with a checkered floor, a blue sofa, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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115 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90036
  • Place, Farmers Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Grove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, CBS Television City
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with toiletries, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with blinds, a ceiling light, and a painting on the wall.

Signature King (SGK)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Signature Double (SGD)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden dresser.

Signature Double (SGD)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bookshelf, a mirror, a bathroom, and a painting on the wall.

Junior Suite King (JSK)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a patterned sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

Grand Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Short Stories Hotel

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, coffee/tea in a common area and a meeting room are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
Short Stories Hotel offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The shopping around Short Stories Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Grove. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at The Bar at Short Stories
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to shopping and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Farmers Market and 3 minutes on foot from The Grove
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Short Stories Hotel. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Short Stories Hotel was completed in February 2022.

This 4-star Los Angeles hotel is smoke free.

The Bar at Short Stories – This tapas bar specialises in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar at Short Stories

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1961
  • Renovated entire property - February 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Processing and handling fees apply when 4 or more packages are received for a guest prior to arrival or during their stay. The hotel cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged goods, or unclaimed packages.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Farmer's Daughter Los Angeles
Farmer's Daughter Hotel
Farmer's Daughter Hotel Los Angeles
Farmers Daughter Hotel
Farmers Daughter Los Angeles
Farmers Daughter Motel
Farmer's Daughter
Short Stories Hotel Hotel
Short Stories Hotel Los Angeles
Short Stories Hotel Hotel Los Angeles

Short Stories Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 736 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1008 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, excellent location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Lovely small hotel in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and the cleanliness of hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place overall
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay -- this has become a favorite hotel for me. Location can't be beat, rooms are elegant and comfortable, and staff is friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel in the heart of museums and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really nice property for a short stay. There is no breakfast option and is on a very busy road, so not great for long stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fun location, comfortable beds, would love to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were informative and helpful and the location was excellent for all we wished to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the best places to stay. It’s clean , it’s close to everything and the staff is incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haider

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect and location is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destinie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Rooms were clean and modern. Convenient location across from the Grove and Farmers Market.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar and restaurant were closed for renovations The pool area was neat and clean Staff were friendly and attentive The location is excellent This is not a five star hotel but offers great location and attentive staff Would stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fun little hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location across the street from the farmers market and the grove Very clean rooms and great restaurant downstairs Very vintage LA hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the hotel is in a fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would conisder this property a 5 star Motel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Adorable hotel, great location, friendly staff. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, nice reception area, welcome drink, beautiful outdoor space and pool, lovely large clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026