I had a great experience at the SOGO Hotel. Came for a week and stayed 3. Alex, the manager, is a fabulous guy, a real gem who always did his utmost to accommodate. The place is not new but in good condition with the bathrooms and showers remarkably clean (I have no idea what another reviewer was talking about, he must've been at another hotel), the rooms are small and tidy, and well scrubbed before each new guest arrives. There are mostly long-term boarders, quiet, respectful and helpful if there's a question. Most are Asian, many leaving their shoes beside their door at night. A bit of old world charm. The location is safe and secure. I once forgot my shampoo in the shower room for a couple days, remembered, ran back in...and there it was. Tell me that's not incredible. A couple guests played music too loud too long but Alex promptly spoke to them and they quietened down. No situation can be without occasional upsets but what you want is prompt reaction by management and that's what I saw. I can't really believe there is a better deal in LA than the SOGO Hotel. Thanks, Alex and Jay.