The Hoxton: Your Friendly European Neighbors
The Hoxton Downtown LA aims to be a welcoming and inviting space for both locals and visitors alike. The hotel brand, which is originally from London, is a 10-story, 174 room hotel that gives off the vibe of that chic European friend who always seems perfectly put together and cool in any situation. The Hoxton is hip, and their arrival in DTLA is more than welcome.
The hotel is located at 11th and Broadway in the old Los Angeles Railway Building. The Hoxton lovingly restored the building, which was built in 1922. “We’re definitely drawn to buildings that have a rich history, like this one,” says David Vialli, The Hoxton’s West Coast Operations Director. “Restoring it back to its original grandeur and getting to share it with the neighborhood has been a huge undertaking and our design team worked overtime to bring it back to life.”
“We want everyone who comes through to feel welcome,” continues Vialli. “No matter if they’re here to stay the night or have a quick drink. It’s more than just the people visiting Los Angeles, but also those who work, live and play in the neighborhood.”
Downtown LA’s General Manager, Kenan Jones, concurs. “If you live in the neighborhood we want this be your neighborhood spot,” he says. “Your home away from home.”
When you walk in you notice just how welcoming and open The Hoxton is. The interior design is intentionally eclectic, giving the feel of both a luxe space and one that does not take itself too seriously. The common spaces were done in collaboration with the SoHo House, while the hotel rooms were done by their in-house design team at Ennismore Design Studio. You can walk into The Hoxton dressed for a night out on the town, or hang out in their cafe in a t-shirt and sweats and you’ll feel right at home.
The hotel features touches that let guests know that even though they are staying in a place that is well appointed and quite comfortable, The Hoxton is not out to max out your credit card.
The ultimate goal of staying at The Hoxton, states Jones, is that you do not remain holed up in your room during your stay. “We want people to be hanging out in the open spaces and give them a sense of community. The common areas are about exploration, travel, and meeting new people.”
The Hoxton’s public spaces are designed to be places that are inviting and welcoming to both visitors and DTLA locals alike. “Come say, ‘Hi!’” says Vialli. “We’ve got free WiFi and comfortable seating.”
The ground floor restaurant, Sibling Rivalry, can take care of guests from morning to night, with their coffee bar slash soft serve ice cream counter, cocktail bar, and full-service restaurant. On the rooftop, their restaurant Pilot gives guests an opportunity to dine al fresco under the DTLA sky. “I am always bringing friends up to Pilot bar on the rooftop for those killer views,” says Vialli. The rooftop pool is welcome for locals to swim in starting at 11am.
The Hoxton is hip, chic and accessible to visitors and locals alike. “Our doors are open to all,” emphasizes Vialli.
Stop by, grab a coffee, and welcome them to the neighborhood.
thehoxton.com | 1060 South Broadway
Written by Abel Horwitz | Photography by The Hoxton, Downtown LA
