The Vail is a spacious, superbly constructed and appointed residence, fairly priced as-is, that provided each of my family threesome, all adults, an inviting and refreshing environment for our togetherness, great relaxation and sleep, and inspiration going to and from our rounds in L.A. - each time we stepped through the door we were a little reluctant to leave, and so pleased to be back! The smart layout, attention to detail in furnishings, tasteful interior decoration in general, and accommodation of guests knowing and expecting high metropolitan living standards make this a winner for that client base. Being a city person is important on the whole with this ppy, as downtown L.A. is a mix of modern functionality and quasi-ruin, with lots of standard work day business buzz in Historic District buildings but also numerous dilapidated theaters (most converted to religious and commercial purposes) and numerous other structures of bygone L.A. needing revival. The homeless population is ubiquitous, as this is after all part of the Skid Row precinct, but it’s still often pretty heartbreaking when you see people in such a state of ruin as well. We’re New Yorkers, so we are realistic and adaptable, and look to quality interior space rather than rosy street ambiance; all in all, we actually much prefer and are comfortable in this relatively quirky, jagged part of L.A. rather than being in the disorienting, isolating “sprawl” of the Southland. The Vail’s operators amply deserve super-host designation for offering this experience.