**SAFETY CONCERNS**
I have never before written a negative review for an Airbnb, restaurant, Amazon purchase, or otherwise. Unfortunately, in this instance I feel it is necessary.
This Airbnb is in a sketchy part of LA.
Be advised, if you're driving/parking yourself, you will be required to walk through this neighborhood with all of your luggage. Upon arriving, I witnessed multiple drug deals (a Jeep was parked in the middle of Broadway for 20+ minutes selling white bags out of the windows), was harassed by a number of homeless people, was followed by two men to the entrance of the apartment, and-- upon returning to my-- car chased away two homeless women who looked as if they were scouting a break-in (additional reviews on this property cite car break-ins). Less than 24 hours before, a man shot two officers in the head in another LA neighborhood. I later discovered that there was another shooting several days before around 5 blocks north of this location.
I have traveled all over the world and have NEVER felt unsafe. From Turkey, to Cairo, to Mexico City, & South America-- never have I been worried for my own safety. I felt scared to be here.
I canceled my stay immediately and did not stay the night. Unfortunately, after offering to pay for the night of my 'stay,' the host would not refund my 4 additional nights, fees, cleaning charges, etc. Airbnb cited it is against their policy to refund for anything that happens outside of the Airbnb.
Please review this location in detail before committing/making the same mistake I did. I would not recommend staying in this location due to safety.