While looking for cheap hotels in Los Angeles, it is best to search by area. Most budget hotels can be found in the Hollywood area.

Although the mention of Hollywood conjures up images of the glitz and glamour of tinsel town, the geographical confines of Hollywood is small and not that glamorous. The area was literally falling apart in the 80s and 90s until major renovations were undertaken in the new millennium. Though the regeneration project is still ongoing, most of the area has now gotten a facelift and the area is now the center of all tourist activities. The hotels are mid-priced and highlights such as the Universal Studios are easily accessible from Hollywood. Keep in mind that the Hollywood area will be full of tourists and if you don?t want to be part of the huge crowd of holidaymakers, find a hotel in another area.

You will find that hotels in Hollywood offer value for your money. Most hotels have car park facilities and offer free airport shuttles. Rooms come equipped with basic equipment like TV and phones. Here is a rough guide for rooms in the area:

Rooms on Twin Sharing basis with a private bathroom costs roughly between $45 and $55 per person per night

Double Rooms with a private bathroom costs roughly between $35 and $45 per person per night

Triple Rooms with a private bathroom costs roughly between $25 and $35 per person per night

(Note: These estimates are only approximate figures in 2005. Each hotel has a different tariff and charges an extra tax between 12% and 17% on every room.)