Absolutely loved staying at Derek’s place apart from one small thing (see below).
The appartment was super clean when we got there with everything you’d expect for your first night including shampoo, body wash, toilet paper, etc (not always the case in all airbnb’s). It’s located in a super convenient area of town near the famous W Hotel and Pantages Theatre. The building is modern with a great pool and gym. The building is also super secure (see below). There’s a parking spot right in the building which is very useful in Los Angeles. Derek is super responsive in addressing questions and concerne.
The only « con » for tje appartment in our view is that Derek provides you with only ONE fob and ONE appartment key regardless of the number of persons staying in the appartment (it can accomodate up to four). You need BOTH (fob and key) to get back in. If you’re planning to do with the rest of your party different things during the day, as was our case, this can quickly become a logistical nightmare because we had to coordinate ourselves to get back at approximately the same time everyday to get back in the building together.
In all fairness, towards the end of our stay, Derek contacted the building reception and left my name at the entrance which gave us an additional access into the building and more flexibility (note that the concierge will ask you lots of questions upon re-entry and will take a photocopy of your ID every time).
If your party intends to do different things during the day, do make sure you ask Derek to
Put your name at reception to give you flexibility as we eventually had (that is unless Derek can get his hands on a second fob and appartment key for his guests which would solve the issue entirely). If you’re planning to stay together and do things as a group, then this is a complete non issue at all! One key and fob are sufficient for your Party.
Apart from that one issue, i’d defenitely stay in Derek’s appartment again. One of my best airbnb experience!