Axel’s take
It's a strong motel choice when Maywood fits your trip.
- Choose it for
- Clean rooms, helpful reception and included on-site parking.
- Skip it if
- You need quiet surroundings, extensive facilities or easy car-free sightseeing.
Read Axel’s full review
Axel’s rating: 8.6/10 · a well-kept, no-frills 2-star motel in Maywood
Crystal Palace Inn is a small, no-frills motel whose strongest selling points are the essentials: clean rooms, helpful reception and included parking. Booking.com and Expedia guests both praise cleanliness and staff, with overall ratings notably strong for this class. We'd shortlist it for a short, car-based stay in southeast Los Angeles, especially when Maywood itself is convenient.
The compromise is the setting, not an extensive list of broken basics. Slauson Avenue brings road noise, and guest reports show that quiet nights are not guaranteed. Facilities are limited: there is no pool or included breakfast. For travelers spending their days across Hollywood, the museums and the Westside, the repeated journeys weaken the appeal. It's a strong simple overnight stop, but we'd skip it for a car-free first visit to Los Angeles.
- Rooms
- Straightforward air-conditioned rooms with private showers and flat-screen TVs. Guest reports repeatedly praise comfort and condition, though traffic can intrude.
- Cleanliness
- The clearest strength: 97% of 39 cleanliness mentions are positive, supported by strong cleanliness ratings on Booking.com and Expedia.
- Service
- Helpful, friendly reception is supported across Booking.com and Expedia; the front desk operates 24 hours.
- Amenities
- Included parking, Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping cover the basics. No pool or included breakfast; the property has no elevator.
- Fees and surprises
- Self-parking is $0. Published arrival hours are 3–10 PM, with checkout at 11 AM.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · Hotels.com · file.lacounty.gov. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
3800 Slauson Ave, Maywood
The entrance is on Slauson Avenue, with on-site parking and everyday food options along the road. Burger King is at 3748 Slauson and Jack in the Box at 3700; this is a meal-and-errands setting rather than an attraction-led walking base.
What guests say
- 4.5/5140 reviews
Amenities
Included parking, Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping cover the basics. No pool or included breakfast; the property has no elevator.
- Wi-Fi
- Front desk
- Kid-friendly
- Parking
- Accessible
- Air conditioning
Good to know
- Parking
- $0 for on-site self-parking.
- Arrival and departure
- Check-in 3–10 PM; checkout 11 AM. Reception operates 24 hours, but published check-in hours end at 10 PM.
- Check-in documents
- Photo ID and a credit card are required at check-in.
- Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
- Stairs
- There is no elevator.
- Breakfast
- Breakfast is not included.
Checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · Hotels.com · file.lacounty.gov · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Crystal Palace Inn — Los Angeles, United States
Crystal Palace Inn is a well-kept, no-frills 2-star motel in Maywood in Los Angeles, United States.
Address: 3800 Slauson Ave, Maywood. Property ID: 1309829.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/los-angeles/crystal-palace-inn-1309829
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $268 | $323 on Booking.com | $55 less (17%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $272 USD
2026-11-17 to 2026-11-20 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-05 | $93 for 1 night · 2 nights $223 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $130 for 1 night · 2 nights $259 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $129 for 1 night · 2 nights $220 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $182 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $188 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $97 for 1 night · 2 nights $186 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $181 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $92 for 1 night · 2 nights $219 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $127 for 1 night · 2 nights $257 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $130 for 1 night · 2 nights $225 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $95 for 1 night · 2 nights $186 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $183 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $92 for 1 night · 2 nights $183 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $91 for 1 night · 2 nights $180 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $216 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $127 for 1 night · 2 nights $252 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $125 for 1 night · 2 nights $221 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $96 for 1 night · 2 nights $185 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $181 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $92 for 1 night · 2 nights $184 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $92 for 1 night · 2 nights $181 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $222 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $133 for 1 night · 2 nights $265 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $132 for 1 night · 2 nights $226 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $94 for 1 night · 2 nights $183 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $182 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $93 for 1 night · 2 nights $183 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $90 for 1 night · 2 nights $184 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $94 for 1 night · 2 nights $229 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $135 for 1 night · 2 nights $268 · up to 14 nights priced |
About Crystal Palace Inn
- Property type: Mini-hotel
- 2-star hotel
- 3800 Slauson Ave, Maywood
- City page: Hotels in Los Angeles
Axel's take: 8.6/10
It's a strong motel choice when Maywood fits your trip.
- Choose it for: Clean rooms, helpful reception and included on-site parking.
- Skip it if: You need quiet surroundings, extensive facilities or easy car-free sightseeing.
Axel's opinion of Crystal Palace Inn, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · Hotels.com · file.lacounty.gov. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Economy room
Economy Single room
- Economy Single room — room photo 1
- Economy Single room — room photo 2
- Economy Single room — room photo 3
Economy Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Economy Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Economy Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
Economy Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Economy Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Economy Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Economy Quadruple room — room photo 3
Standard room
Deluxe room
Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Deluxe Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Deluxe Quadruple room — room photo 2
Location
A practical Maywood base for drivers, poorly placed for sprawling sightseeing.
- The block: The entrance is on Slauson Avenue, with on-site parking and everyday food options along the road. Burger King is at 3748 Slauson and Jack in the Box at 3700; this is a meal-and-errands setting rather than an attraction-led walking base.
- Getting around: Use a car or rideshare for sightseeing; buses are possible but consume considerably more time. Walt Disney Concert Hall is 20 minutes by taxi versus 59 by transit. Hollywood's Walk of Fame is 27 versus 85 minutes. Group outings geographically rather than crossing the city repeatedly.
- After dark: Guest reports describe both quiet nights and intrusive traffic, sirens and revving engines. Treat this as a place to return to after going out elsewhere, not a nightlife base.
Location and comparisons: Reviewed Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · Hotels.com · file.lacounty.gov.
Best areas in Los Angeles for food lovers
- Downtown LA: 8.5/10 for food lovers. Grand Central Market anchors a broad nearby food selection, while rail connections and strong value leave room for a food-led itinerary.
- Hollywood: 7.9/10 for food lovers. Plenty of nearby restaurants and Vine Street dining make it easy to combine meals, theater and sightseeing.
- Santa Monica: 6.8/10 for food lovers. Main Street restaurants and farmers markets suit a coastal food trip, though hotel value is weak.
- West Hollywood: 6.3/10 for food lovers. Choose your district for late dinners and social dining; Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevard are not one continuous dining strip.
- Pasadena: 5.8/10 for food lovers. Colorado Boulevard and Old Pasadena support walkable meals and browsing, especially when your plans stay northeast.
- Long Beach: 5.8/10 for food lovers.
- Venice & Marina del Rey: 5.8/10 for food lovers.
- Beverly Hills: 5.7/10 for food lovers.
- Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach: 4.9/10 for food lovers.
- Universal City: 4.6/10 for food lovers.
- LAX & El Segundo: 4.0/10 for food lovers. Where to stay in Los Angeles for food lovers
Alternatives for the same trip
- Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX (LAX & El Segundo). Motel 6 LAX wins when: An airport-oriented overnight or a trip with a pet, accepting sparse rooms, traffic noise and extra parking and shuttle charges. Keep Crystal Palace Inn when: Keep Crystal Palace for a Maywood-centered stay, included parking and its strong cleanliness record rather than airport proximity.
- Howard Johnson by Wyndham Pasadena (Pasadena). Howard Johnson Pasadena wins when: A Pasadena College-area itinerary, in-room microwaves and refrigerators, and included regular-car parking, accepting aging rooms. Keep Crystal Palace Inn when: Keep Crystal Palace when southeast Los Angeles is your destination and cleanliness and room condition matter more than in-room cooking conveniences.
Getting around from Crystal Palace Inn
Travel times from Google's hotel listing; walking unless noted.
- Angels Flight Railway: 22 min by taxi.
- Hawthorne Municipal Airport: 24 min by taxi.
- Los Angeles International Airport: 36 min by taxi.
- Hollywood Burbank Airport: 39 min by taxi.
- John Wayne Airport: 45 min by taxi.
- Ontario International Airport: 51 min by taxi.
- Walt Disney Concert Hall: 59 min by transit.
- The Broad: 59 min by transit.
- The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles: 59 min by transit.
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County: 23 min by taxi.
- Griffith Observatory: 34 min by taxi.
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art: 33 min by taxi.
- Dodger Stadium: 22 min by taxi.
- Grand Central Market: 57 min by transit.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame: 27 min by taxi.
- Crypto.com Arena: 54 min by transit.
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens: 31 min by taxi.
- Hollywood Sign: 33 min by taxi.
What guests say
- Ratings: 4.5/5 (140 reviews).
- Praised: Cleanliness (97% positive).
- Complaints: Cleanliness (3% negative). The aggregate evidence is strong: 106 of 140 ratings award 5 stars, and 97% of 39 cleanliness mentions are positive. This supports cleanliness, not a claim of recent improvement.
Good to know
- Parking: $0 for on-site self-parking.
- Arrival and departure: Check-in 3–10 PM; checkout 11 AM. Reception operates 24 hours, but published check-in hours end at 10 PM.
- Check-in documents: Photo ID and a credit card are required at check-in.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed.
- Stairs: There is no elevator.
- Breakfast: Breakfast is not included.
Facts checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · Hotels.com · file.lacounty.gov · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.
Rooms, amenities and policies
- Rooms: Straightforward air-conditioned rooms with private showers and flat-screen TVs. Guest reports repeatedly praise comfort and condition, though traffic can intrude.
- Cleanliness: The clearest strength: 97% of 39 cleanliness mentions are positive, supported by strong cleanliness ratings on Booking.com and Expedia.
- Service: Helpful, friendly reception is supported across Booking.com and Expedia; the front desk operates 24 hours.
- Amenities: Included parking, Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping cover the basics. No pool or included breakfast; the property has no elevator.
- Fees and surprises: Self-parking is $0. Published arrival hours are 3–10 PM, with checkout at 11 AM.
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