I stayed with Joanna from March until May 2013 and had an absolute blast. What an incredible host who, not only opens her doors to guests, but also imparts her vast knowledge of LA to make visitors feel welcome and comfortable. I was in town for an extended vacation and Joanna made it a hundred times better than I ever could have done alone.
She introduced me to her friends, we ate out, we went shopping, we sat by the pool. She even took me to Santa Monica Pier on my birthday…this lady didn’t flinch at fully ingratiating me into her LA life. The choice to stay in her beautiful apartment turned out to be one of the best decisions I have ever made.
Not only did she do all of the above but, following years of unhealthy eating and laziness on my part, when I asked her to tell me essentially how to ‘look like her’, she took me hiking every day, helped me select healthy choices at the supermarket, encouraged me, supported me and generally kicked my sorry arse into shape!
When I returned home I had lost over 16lbs, simply because she wanted to help a new friend to live a better life. I cannot thank her enough for her hospitality and kindness.
I now have a friend for life whom I miss very much and will definitely be returning to visit as soon as I am able. My memories of LA will always ring with the laughter we shared every day.
Not only is the building in a prime location, there is also a wonderful pool, a laundry room, quick and easy access to transportation, and all within a few minutes’ walk of the centre of Hollywood.
Also, Benjamin the terrier is so completely gorgeous that you’ll want to smuggle him home in your luggage!
YOU MUST STAY HERE :0)