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Welcome Inn

Stay at Welcome Inn Motel in Los Angeles. Relax in budget rooms with free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, terrace, and easy access to Griffith Observatory & Hollywood Sign.

1840 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041, United States View on map
7.2/10
Good Based on 367 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid parking Accessible Outdoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort in a budget-friendly setting

Recent guests highlight a clean, quiet, and affordable motel with attentive staff and useful automated check-in. While rooms are simple and a bit outdated, the property offers a pleasant atmosphere with good location and essential amenities.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable rooms maintained despite older facilities
  • Friendly, helpful, and attentive staff providing excellent customer service
  • Convenient location near popular attractions and safe, quiet neighborhood
  • Easy automated check-in and check-out process
  • Good value for price with ample free parking and a neat outdoor pool

Worth knowing

  • Rooms have basic, no-frills furnishings and may feel somewhat dated
  • No free breakfast or airport shuttle service available
  • Limited power outlets in some rooms as noted by guests
  • Not pet-friendly and lacks fitness center amenities
  • The property relies heavily on automation, which may feel impersonal to some

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable, clean accommodation for short stays
  • Visitors attending local events or nearby attractions in Northeast Los Angeles
  • Guests valuing quiet surroundings with easy parking options
  • Those comfortable with self-service and virtual assistance check-in systems
  • Families looking for a kid-friendly motel without luxury frills
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About this property

Welcome to Welcome Inn

Welcome Inn is a budget-friendly motel located at 1840 Colorado Blvd in Los Angeles, offering straightforward accommodations with a relaxed atmosphere. The property provides essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool, alongside a terrace for guests to unwind. While it does not offer complimentary breakfast or an airport shuttle, paid parking is available, and the motel is accessible and kid-friendly, though pets are not permitted.

The motel’s setting in the eclectic North East Los Angeles neighborhood places guests near old-school restaurants, craft beer bars, and Occidental College. This location serves as a convenient base for exploring notable sights like Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Sign, and The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, all of which receive strong visitor acclaim. The property is also within reasonable driving distance of several airports, including Los Angeles International and Hollywood Burbank Airport.

Guest reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for cleanliness, friendly service, and affordability, with many noting the motel’s simple, well-maintained rooms and quiet environment despite its urban location. Some visitors remark on the older facilities but acknowledge that the value offered makes Welcome Inn a practical choice for short stays or travelers prioritizing convenience over luxury.

Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at 11 AM, with a streamlined process that has received positive feedback for its efficiency. The motel’s proximity to other lodging options such as Rosebowl Motel and Islander Motel provides alternatives in the nearby area, contributing to a practical lodging district for a range of budgets.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Golf course

Not available at this property

Free breakfast
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MB
Melissa Beck Apr 17, 2026
8.0

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and attentive, making sure all my needs were met. The room was clean and comfortable, though a bit outdated. Overall, a solid choice for a relaxing getaway!

SDK
Sew Da Kine Apr 16, 2026
10

Very clean and cute. It’s better than you would expect for a hotel of this price. It’s an older building but they keep it nice. The outside is very pretty with lots of greenery. The hotel staff who checked us in was warm welcoming and a pleasure to talk to. I’d absolutely stay here again.

FJ
Frances J Apr 15, 2026
8.0

Stayed here recently during an event I attended in LA. Location of the property was easy to find and very safe. They have more parking in back and that felt very secure as well. If you are looking for somewhere to have a good nights sleep and a clean shower, this is the place. If you're looking for fancy, I'd search elsewhere. This did suit our needs, I will say though that the only real issue I had was that there was only 2 pillows on the bed. I am not used to this staying anywhere. I am sure I could have asked for another set but after walking all day, I was exhausted.

GS
Gabby Sharp Apr 14, 2026
10

Honestly great. We stayed here before a cruise. Very affordable, quaint, old but clean. There’s a tele-checkin and checkout which is super cool bc you’re essentially facetiming a real person to complete the process.

PH
Pearl H Apr 10, 2026
8.0

4 star rating is because I see a lot of potential in this property!! First of all I love the virtual assistant live! Both assistance were amazing and helpful. Not sure why people thought it was a bad experience. Anywho, about the hotel basically it comes down to you get what you paid for. I’m definitely not bougie and I was looking for something cheap for a quick getaway for one night. Definitely wouldn’t stay for multiple nights. I believe this hotel can be top notch if they can get someone to do some simple things to make it better. The bathroom door for instance wouldn’t close not a big thing for me but it would be nice if it closed correctly. I’m pretty sure it’s because of the moisture collecting from taking a hot shower and not enough ventilation. Not only does the window not help they also need to install a bathroom fan to help with that! Also they need weather stripping on the bottom of the front door to keep bugs away. If you know there’s huge roaches everywhere you go in LA even when we are walked the Hollywood Walk of Fame they’re everywhere but with a simple fix that will prevent them from coming in BUT I didn’t see any in my room. So that was a huge plus. USB outlets would be a nice touch and not expensive to do. The TV has no selection it’s possible that they can get some type of streaming service to the room and rearranging things in the room would also benefit how things function when getting ready. Wall decor is a must and I didn’t see any. I’m a property manager so I see things that can make this property better and to improve on your ratings. Simple little improvements can make this place amazing and a perfect getaway for multiple nights!

MK
Mason Kaelberer Apr 04, 2026
10

I loved staying at this motel. The rooms were clean and quiet. The price was great and there was plenty of free parking. Checking in was a breeze and I want to specifically say how incredible Rick the front host was at giving stellar customer service. He was always super helpful and when we checked out he reached out to me to see if I had left my headphones. They turned out not to be mine but I was so impressed that he took the time to do that. I would stay here every time I’m in this area. My one wish is that the room we stayed in had another plug or 2 in the main room but other than that a perfect stay!

IW
Ian Williams Apr 03, 2026
10

This place is an absolute gem. Friendly staff, quiet even though it’s in a major road, very clean and well-appointed rooms with fridges and bathtubs. I love the blue towels and comfy top blanket. Good TV choices, very nice price. Close to the Rose Bowl, Burbank, Hollywood, etc and they have great landscaping and a nice pool. Thank you for a great stay!

MD
michael dinh Apr 01, 2026
10

Service was quick and fast and Nathan customer service is outstanding

LD
Linda Dieckhoff Mar 08, 2026
8.0

The rooms were barebonea and nothing special but clean and the water pressure was good in the shower. Also it was all automated. You got buzzed into the lobby and a person on a big computer kiosk waited on you. They could have very well been serving you from India for all I know. However the location was amazing and I loved the neighborhood. It was a nice little pool too but I didn't get a chance to try it out.

DL
D L Mar 04, 2026
10

We stayed in a few motels during our week stay in CA and this was the best one. The room was spotless clean and the bathroom was so clean with blue, not typical motel white, towels and they were soft! The carpet was clean and the bedspread was cozy soft. The motel is in a quiet, clean residential neighborhood and the front desk clerk is so friendly and helpful. Do I need to say more?!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Welcome Inn

Los Angeles, California, USA

Eclectic neighborhood featuring old-school restaurants, craft beer bars & Occidental College.

  • Colorado / Highland View 3 min Walk
  • Colorado & Highland View Ave. (Eastbound) 3 min Walk
  • Eagle Rock / Colorado 10 min Walk
  • Los Angeles International Airport 43 min Car · 1 hr 38 Transit
  • John Wayne Airport 57 min Car · 4 hr 4 Transit
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport 24 min Car · 51 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens 8,136 reviews

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108, United States

4.8 · Research Institute
Griffith Observatory 17,664 reviews

Griffith Observatory

2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, United States

4.7 · Observatory
Hollywood Sign 13,984 reviews

Hollywood Sign

Los Angeles, CA 90068, United States

4.6 · Historical Landmark
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