I considered a hotwire 4 star downtown hotel but went for Hollies roughly the same price Venice Airbnb. Did I get my money's worth for my six night stay? Short version: Yes!
Why? Place is stylish and clean. Bed is comfortable and there are no disturbances whatsoever at night. Parking in the street is free and available. Unit has a small private patio. Two large grocery stores on short walking distance. Abbott Kinney with all of it's hip restaurants is a short walk away, and so is the beach. Hollie has a great sense of what a guest needs and the place is well equipped. She's a great host, communicative and forthcoming. I highly recommend her place for both short and longer stays.