The Hollywood Roosevelt

It’s a lovely historic hotel surrounded by Hollywood history.

The Hollywood Roosevelt is not only a historic hotel with an iconic swimming pool, but it is located in the heart of the area that contains many of the landmarks that everyone envisions when thinking of Hollywood.

Antonia was amazing! Even if I had something bad to say I’d keep it to myself because of her. Every person we encountered was great.

Great historic amazing

My main frustration was when a friend brought a nice bottle of wine and we called to have some wine glasses brought to the room at 2:30 pm, called again at 4:00, and again and 6:00pm, and finally again at 7:30pm when they finally brought them but the bottle was already gone after drinking from flimsy plastic cups since the friend did not have 6 hrs to wait for our toast. Each time housekeeping/front desk/room service said they were “bringing them immediately.” Having to improvise as there were ZERO cups or glasses or plates or dishes anywhere in the suite that happens to flaunt a full bar set up is wild. We assumed they had forgotten to set them up? But calling four times and waiting 5 hours for something so simple at $800/night is just not the standard I would expect. Outlets did not work in (gorgeous) bathroom so expect to dry hair in the aformentioned bar. Pool is 10/10. Staff at pool, temp of water, availability of towels and upkeep of area are excellent. Come for the pool, maybe don’t splurge on the room :/

Awesome stay! Loved the pool and all the entertainment in the area.

The room was dirty and many of the hotel amenities were off limits to guest due to private parties. VERY disappointing.

Good

We loved it-saw a classic cinema movie-had breakfast by the pool. We couldn’t enjoy the whole hotel because pool was closed when we checked-in and the lobby was closed the entire stay. Staff was great and helpful.

We called our two day experience at the Roosevelt like an escape room. Upon our arrival, we were told that the lobby and the pool area would not available for our two day stay. They rented it out to a movie company to shoot a movie, at the hotel for those days. Because of the movie we were routed through Service elevators and back stairs to get to our room. The room air-conditioning didn’t work. We talked to them about that. The first day they came to fix it and it stopped an hour later. The room also had the window painted so that you couldn’t see out. When we asked why we couldn’t have a room that didn’t feel like a dungeon. They said that was painted that way so we didn’t have to see the air conditioner units that were outside the window. Front desk was mostly not any help except one girl who offered us a free breakfast for all the hassles. Apparently, according to staff they rent out short notice quite often to movie companies so beware if you’re coming for a pool and sunshine, you get the back elevators instead. On a good note, the beds were great. They did have a new bathroom sink. We checked out early. Very disappointed.

Guests are treated as second-rate. They are filming in the hotel - all elevators are closed. Staff is awful and rude. Amenties (pool/lounge) are being used for filming. Don’t stay.

In 5 days, they shut down the lobby and pool multiple times. Once for private events like a wedding, one for a Red Bull event and once for a show that someone was filming. It was a bit disruptive and made guests feel like we didn’t belong there. Otherwise it was nice.

Loved the old style Hollywood feel, the floors, decor, history of the building and staff. Location was close to the Lowes Chinese theater, and hollywood stars. We felt safe although it can get busy outside. The staff at the hotel were very professional, responsive and courteous. Consistently cleaning and keeping everything in excellence. Valet team was always very kind. Front Desk always greeted us and smiled. Room was very clean, turndown service and it is quaint. It was a small room but it was all we needed. There was a wedding event while we were there, so we only saw the pool on one evening while it was closed, but the ambiance was beautiful. Depending on what floor and side of the building you stay on, it can get loud due to outdoor traffic and the music from the events but our room was facing the sidewalk, so we only heard some of it. My husband is a light sleeper and he slept through it all. The noise did not impact our stay. We only wish that we could have seen more of the property, but the events prevented that. I would not count on the hotel amenities to be your primary venture, unless you're renting the space. Because events will take priority. The staff will send you text messages to make you aware of most closures. Nevertheless, we had a full itinerary outside of the hotel, so this did not derail our stay. We would stay again because it was great for what we needed.

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Our room, 1206, was comfortable and clean except for the floors. The bathroom floor should be scrubbed and the carpet under the bed had a thick layer of dust.

Historic hotel that was well renovated but the rooms now have a bit of wear and tear now. The staff, location, and rideshare/valet was great. The pool was great and we were able to attend a private event at the pool because we were hotel guest.

I have stayed at the Roosevelt for at least a decade. This time I had booked for four nights. Of the four nights, they had special events for three of them involving loud music. Two of those events were on Saturday and Sunday by the pool. We could not use the pool as they had sold bottle table service. Will not stay there again.

Exceptional

An Art Deco Vibe with cool swimming pool but with lots of added on expenses. Parking is Valet, $75/night. The hotel is in a dicey neighborhood so that is your best option. You will also pay a $37 destination fee per night upon check out so whatever price you paid for your room add another $112 to it per night. We arrived at 2pm but were told our room wasn't ready so to come back at 3pm (normal check in time) They did offer to hold our luggage but did not give us any suggestions on what to do for the next hour. On our own we decided to hang out at the pool where it was packed with current clientele but we were able to get a seat on the couch by the bar. When we were checked in the front desk did not tell us anything about the hotel and what it offers. I knew it had a Speak Easy so I asked about it but it is only opened on Thursday-Sunday (we stayed Monday & Tuesday). The Lobby had a piano but no piano player until the weekends. The other 2 bars were closed so the only thing open was the lounge by the pool. The Front Desk didn't tell us anything about the surrounding areas. For as much as you pay for the room you should be treated better and given the features with their hours of everything at the hotel. There is free coffee by the pool in the mornings. If you want to get a lounge chair poolside get there when they open-8am or earlier. We got a "tower" deluxe room which was very spacious but we could hear noise from Hollywood Blvd. We were on the 3rd floor.

Location and pool area Lack of restaurant/bar facilities