Little Villa Apartment in Echo Park was cute, clean and convenient.

I was in LA for 6 days working in Downtown but didn't want to stay there. This apartment was a 10 minute drive to Downtown but had the warm vibe of an eclectic neighborhood. Chango, a great little coffee spot, is at the foot of the hill as is a great deli, "El Batey." Four blocks from Sunset Blvd, there are tacos, juice bars, several vegan bistros, restaurants and a Walgreens within a 5 minute walk. Yoga/pilates studio up the road, too.

The apt itself is great: lots of great light, comfy bed and great water pressure in the shower. I would definitely recommend!