Wonderful time! Nice people working there and nice people staying there. Check in was super easy and the system and philosophy is spot on. Love the idea that the future is access not ownership. If we all share, we all win! Thank you Podshare. Will stay again for sure. read more

I stayed at the UCLA location This was a great value for your money, everyone was very nice and respectful. Location was very safe, even at night. Very close to UCLA and bus routes. Beds were comfortable and clean for the most part and a very good size. read more

Podshare is sheer awesomeness. I stayed there for about a week and had a blast! It's right in the heart of the action and lots of great places to eat close by. Sunday's there a farmers market right on the street, and trader joes just a block away. Everyone I met there was super cool.. definitely my go to spot when I'm in town.. and hey. It's cheaper than a DUI. read more

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It was great! I thought there would be a bit more interaction with the other pod folks. But it was a quiet night and an enjoyable stay.

The PodShare is more than just a place to stay. It is a lifestyle - meeting and hanging out with Elvina, Joni and the assortment of characters that walk through those double doors. Located in the heart of Hollywood, PodShare is right nearby Hollywood/Vine station (convenient if you need to travel to Universal Studios), Hollywood Boulevard and a number of great eateries. The pods themselves are simple, but well thought out. Each pod has a swing-out TV with Netflix, Hulu and an assortment of other content (via a Roku box). You'll probably be spending too much time out and about to really engage in serious viewing (we don't have Netflix in Australia, so it was quite fascinating to see so many TV series/movies in one place), but it provides some nice, leisurely pre-sleep entertainment. Elvina and Joni are two of the coolest cats to hang out with. From wandering the stalls at the Sunday markets (right on the street outside the PodShare!) to playing with their two cute dogs, it was just such a fun experience. I really hope this place thrives and grows because it's a fantastic idea with a strong sense of community, openness and savviness. read more

In short: It's a hostel in Hollywood that offers dormitory bunks. The good: Almost too much to name. The owner is ultra-friendly and so is the rest of the staff, which made us feel at home instantly. The kitchen is great and stocked with snacks, the whole place is very clean, the beds were comfy and had a personal flat screen on which you can watch Netflix, Hulu, play Angry Birds, you can borrow bikes or a skateboard, it's within easy walking distance of the Pantages, Amoeba Records, the Walk of Fame, tons of great restaurants and coffee houses and a Metro station. The bad: When you have to pee, waiting for somebody to get out of the shower is a bummer. The ugly: The area is home to a lot of homeless. But hey, that's all part of Hollywood's charm, right? read more

This place is located next to Little Tokyo near downtown LA. The Gold Line runs next to it. Because it is next to major streetcar and streets, if your bunk is closer to the windows, you may hear public transit at all hours of the night, so bring some earmuffs or earplugs. The hallway outside may smell like weed sometimes but looks like it's from the neighbors, as when I came back it was gone. The restrooms and showers have doors that lock but leave gaps, so just make sure you are comfortable with that. Overall, I found this place clean and efficient, and would stay again if I need a quick layover in downtown LA. read more

PodShare was one of the most unique places I've ever stayed when I visited LA in April. It's hard to describe, but I think of it as a 5 star hostel. It was very modern with Wifi, TVs in every bunk, a really nice shared bathroom, access to a computer and nice kitchen with refrigerator storage for anything you need kept cold. Elvina was very helpful and showed me all the amenities and even provided suggestions of where I could park my car overnight that wasn't metered. The location was fantastic -- there was so much to see and do within walking distance. I had arrived just after a large group left, so there weren't many fellow travelers there to converse with, but I still had a great stay and would definitely come back again. read more

I used PodShare in Westwood near UCLA for one night in order to attend an early morning meeting the next day. The site looked cool, as did the proprietor through her online interviews & spots. I had a difficult lodging experience, with barely any sleep due to snoring roommates and dank conditions. I paid $20.60 to park my car in their outside lot, yet awoke to see something brown splashed against the car's rear (whether it was tea, coffee or bong water I couldn't tell). To top it off, after I responded to Airbnb's routine post-stay questions and requested a refund, I got a rude 'counter-review' by said proprietor, who clearly can't take criticism, on Airbnb's public site. Truly magical. read more

Be VERY careful before booking with this place. Absolutely the worst experience I've had trying to find a motel/hostel in LA. I live in the IE but my 17 year old cousin was in town to visit some colleges downtown. We stayed with friends up until her last night in town. The day before her last day we booked two single beds for my cousin and myself at the podshare located in Los Feliz for $100 total. I filled out all the information on the online application accurately and we received a text from a lady, whom I'm guessing is the owner and/or operator, saying that our reservation was confirmed. The place looked cool and my younger cousin was excited to stay there. Just as we showed up and showed the manager both of our identifications I looked down and saw I had received a text message from the owner/operator(?) saying that she had made a mistake with the booking for that night and offering multiple different discount options for us to give up one of those single beds. We didn't feel comfortable sharing a single bed so she offered me a staff bed(?) at a discount. I was quite upset at this point and insisted that we'd like to stick with our original reservation. Then the owner/operator/stranger through the phone asked how old my cousin was and I told her she is 17. When she saw this she immediately said that minors weren't allowed and I should have read that on the application. Honestly, I don't remember seeing that, but it could have been there. She will say that I signed an application that stated no minors were allowed, but I must have skipped over the fine print. Thing that's strange to me is that we weren't made aware of that when we submitted the application OR showed the manager our ID's upon checking in. I started getting the feeling that if I wouldn't have made a fuss over us keeping our original reservation the age thing wouldn't have been mentioned, but who knows? She said I could stay but I sure as hell wasn't about to leave my 17 year old cousin alone on the street. We left and to this day I have only received a $50 refund out of the $100 i paid before our reservation was BOOKED. The best I can say is the reservation/confirmation process was very unclear and unorganized. Would never recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. read more

Wow. That's I can say really. I have stayed at most of the marquee name hotels in West Hollywood and this was by far the most pleasant experience. We had a full loft with a comfortable bed. Everything was very clean and the staff went above and beyond to make our trip pleasant. On top of that I was accustomed to paying $250-$500 per night. With tax and parking we were still under $150. read more

Podshare is such a great place!! My best friend and I stayed here in early July this year along our trip across a number of cities in America, and to be honest Podshare really was a unique travelling experience for us in hindsight to all the places we stayed in the States. Its not like a normal hostel at all...it becomes and is much more than that! Elvina has designed a fantastic space that really caters for anyone from travellers to anyone who just needs a place to crash...my friend and I didnt take long at all to feel at home here. Its a cosy but cool place, kept very clean, and has amazing facilities for anyone staying here. Its also in a great location in West Hollywood, and literally a step away from Sunday farmers markets (which are also amazing and a must). Elvina has really made an effort into considering and catering for every part of your stay at Podshare..her and Joni are so lovely and welcoming, and will tell you anything you need to know about the area, whats going on and what you can do while you're here, making the most of your experience... The concept of Podshare is something truly special, and has nothing but potential to spread much further and become something grand. Make no hesitation in considering to stay here...the memories can't be replaced :) read more

This place is special to me and I had a really good experience living and volunteering there. It taught me a lot and I love the sense of community there...feels like family. Without mentioning that their pods are so cool! And comfy read more

The worst place I've ever been to in my life. Staff will steal from your pod and eat your food at 2am till morning. The owner doesn't care about the residents living here or she would have helped me with my issues but instead I was told she had no time to speak with me. When theft happens multiple times and nothing is done to resolve the issue it's a problem. They have a big issue as well as a rat issue. I woke up to a rat on my face one night and that was it. I had to pack my bags and leave. Take my review seriously and go somewhere else. read more

WORST EXPERIENCE! The room was dirty, there were blood on the blanket. Got there around 12pm, room was not ready. Got back at 4pm, not ready. Got back to sleep at 10pm still dirty and same blanket. Next day they said WE were supposed to ask them to clean, not THEM do their job, since they had almost 12hours to do it. read more

"It was more welcoming and cozy than I expected. What surprised and impressed me the most was the AMAZING staff and their friendliness and willingness to help in any way they could. I had multiple wonderful, insightful conversations with this well rounded staff. Lola and Charles were spectacular to converse with. I am forever grateful for my new friends!" read more

To begin with, I love Podshare! It was an awesome location with a good price. The place was immaculate and so wonderfully modern. We made new friends with other "podestrians" while we were there, and were able to walk to so many great places. Elvina (the host and owner) was so nice, helpful, and friendly; her lovely presence made me want to stay longer just so we could hang with her more. If you're in LA, and need a place to stay, look no further than Podshare. You'll be glad you stayed ;) read more

We stayed at the Hollywood Podshare & got the best service from the hosts Jose & Ashley. It was our first time being in a hostel, and this was an amazing experience, we felt very safe and at home thanks to the staff. Everything was super clean & Jose even cooked dinner for us on one of the nights! The whole experience exceeded our expectations and we look forward to staying here again in the future :) read more

Upon arrival there was a strong smell of weed at the door and inside of the Hollywood location. I'm aware that weed is legalized, if I was running a business I wouldn't want my employee outside displaying that, and there also happens to be families from other countries visiting including children. Comments were made about procrastinating on changing the trash for another day because someone higher up was not coming by today. The thing that took it over the top for me is someone came in to leave their bags for a fee in total they had 6 bags. The same person made a comment after they left saying no normal person in their right mind would pack 6 bags only Asians. The person leaving the bag was Asian, definitely an inappropriate racial comment. It makes me wonder what was said about me after I left the podshare. Quiet hours are from 10-10 sometimes depending on how the workers feel. Certain employee doesn't mind to talk loud during quiet hours, or immediately after 10 going outside the door to smoke their weed. When they go outside they speak even louder and someone likes to complain to other employees about another employee ordering too much tissue paper. I couldn't transfer to another location because there wasn't another free double bed for the rest of my stay. These reviews are only accurate towards the Hollywood location. I wouldn't mind to try a different location the next time I come back however I was displeased with how the other people sharing pods were so much more polite and respectful for quiet hours than the employees. It got to a point during regular hours I couldn't have a regular conversation with another international podsharer because of loud yelling towards a movie from staff. I would only come back if it was at a different location, and to meet new international friends! Upon reading more reviews of bites I did get a few bites on my arm and leg. My arm swelled a little for my first few days. I didn't think about there being bed bugs or anything but I was confused as to how I was mosquito bit. I'm hoping and praying they are not on my clothes and going back home with me! The beds aren't covered in a mattress protector so there very well could be bugs. read more

Great place to crash for the $$, clean, guests are respectful, full size kitchen space available

Thank you so much Podshare!! It was my first time experiencing this and now i know that i definitely will stay here again whenever i am in L.A! Based on films and such, the idea of ever sleeping in a place like this would have made me think twice, but i am glad i went for it. I felt very safe and was actually able to get some decent sleep! read more

loud drunks would not let me sleep!! also smells like farts and a girl was snoring drunk. No thank you!

I actually came across PodShare as a last resort after all the hotels in the area were already booked for a big music festival coming to town, but what was initially a last resort is now my absolute FIRST choice for anytime I plan on staying in LA. This place is absolutely AMAZING to say the least... the environment, the beds, the PodMates, the host Elvina(SUPER COOL), everything and everyone we met here were so amazing and I am so grateful to have found such a beautiful experience. Hotel rooms would seem completely boring and lonely now haha, I hope I am able to book a bed to crash at PodShare for the next time I visit LA. YOU CAN'T FIND A BETTER DEAL THAN THIS!! I came with my girlfriend and a handful of friends, ended up meeting the coolest people at PodShare and brought them to the music festival with us and we all had the best time. I would give PodShare a million stars if I could, YOU GUYS DESERVE IT!! THANKS FOR HAVING US ELVINA:) & THANK YOU FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE read more

It must be said -- YES, all of the hype about PodShare is true. I am not a paid spokesperson. In fact, I was in a very low, sad state emotionally when I first arrived at PodShare on Cosmo Street. Family issues had gotten me blue, and I was just not in the state of mind to take in all that PodShare had to offer -- at first. PodShare's uncommonly warm and intelligent staff immediately put me at ease from the moment I stepped through the door. Elvina, the genius who engineered this entire PodShare movement, has clearly ensured that every single employee here embodies the PodShare spirit -- warmhearted yet not overly so, helpful and generous, smart and one-of-a-kind, forward-thinking yet classic in their commitment to a POSITIVE group atmosphere and the sheer pleasure of every single guest. I was scared to death of dealing with the nightmare-ridden Hollywood parking scene. Never fear -- yet again, the PodShare staff was here to direct me to a little-known area in the neighborhood that was chock full of no-tow, no-meter, minimum-restriction parking spots (the location of which I would NEVER reveal -- gotta go to PodShare to find out. I'm not making this up!) To be honest, I was not in the mood to partake in the parties and absolutely hilarious comedy events that were scheduled during my stay. But that was because of my own unfortunate emotional state, not PodShare. In fact, they were soo willing to accommodate me, they let me crash for a bit in a private and warm area, where I could do my own thing. That's how far they are willing to go for you. The PodShare family is a truly distinctive and delightful bunch. The beds are actually extremely comfortable. And yes, you are sleeping in a group setting (unless you order a private apartment upstairs.) But even after the space hosts a lively, get-down-and-boogie party, it magically converts into an amazing peaceful place for post-party slumber. Yes, I said magical. I actually mentioned a lot of superlatives throughout this review. All of them true. Book PodShare asap -- especially over the summer. Those 8 beds do NOT last long during the tourist season :) read more

Elvina was very easy person, cool and very kind. She accepted to host me at her Podshare which is a great idea for hosteling and networking between young people. Friendly staff. GL with your next project :-) read more

As I have never experienced a hostel before, I was a bit nervous before booking PodShare for two nights. Immediately upon arriving, however, I was greeted with a warm smile and friendly atmosphere - the staff at PodShare made me feel right at home, and I engaged in fun and enlightening conversations with other "podestrians." I highly recommend PodShare for those seeking an adventurous (and inexpensive) stay in the heart of Hollywood. The pods are cozy and the people are a blast! You'll certainly be glad that you stayed. If you bring a car, the temporary parking permit is a must. read more

So in June 2016 I was living in Los Angeles getting ready to travel oversea. My lease at the time had ended and so I was in between places and wanted to try PodShare out. I made a reservation for the Downtown Los Angeles PodShare in June 2016 for 2 nights. I called in the day of and was told the best way to make a reservation was online through their website. I made a reservation with my credit card and immediately called again to confirm the reservation and to ask how late I can arrive at the location to check in. They told me as long as I have the gate code I should have 24 hour access and that I should be receiving the gate code through email. I went about my daily activities and arrived at PodShare at around 1030-1100pm. I checked my phone for the code but could not find any email from PodShare. They had not sent me the code. The only email that I had received was from Square, the credit card company that had processed my payment, confirming my reservation. I checked my trash and spam multiple times and called the PodShare number. No one picked up. The entrance to the PodShare was a double door with a heavy duty mesh security door followed by another door and there was no bell or ringer. They had a sign with the same phone number I had tried to call. I walked around the building asking people if there was another way to get in and even waited at the door to see if I could catch anyone going in or out. After about an hour I gave up and slept in my car on the street which is not neither a safe nor comfortable thing to do. I called them later to reserve another few nights for the next week. I was willing to give them another chance. I understand that as humans we make mistakes and the code may have accidentally not been sent. I asked what had happened and why no one had emailed me the code. They went on to say that it was entirely my fault that I was not able to get in that night. They told me it was my fault because according to them I had not tried hard enough to get inside. They told me I had not done the following: -Texted them. -Emailed them. -Knocked on the door. I tried to reason with them the following: 1. I was never sent the code. 2. I called and no one picked up. 3. The entrance to the building is a security mesh door followed by a heavy duty door. The actual entrance to PodShare is another 10 feet or so from the heavy duty door that is closed after 10pm. A knock is not going to be heard from inside. The reason I was given why my call was not picked up that night was because person responsible was watching a basketball game at the time. I have emailed back and forth with them trying to reason with them but have given up. It seems they cannot be reasoned with. It has been a very frustrating experience dealing with the people running PodShare and I would not ever want to deal with them again. It is sad because I have always liked the idea behind PodShare. read more

Great, cost-effective hostel-style accommodation. Clean, all the amenities you need, and aesthetically pleasing too. The staff was welcoming and very helpful. The other guests were aged 18-30ish, and were friendly (if a little loud at 3am one night, but hey it's a hostel). Would definitely use again! read more

I adore this place and the owners! My sister threw her Dirty 30th Birthday here this past weekend and this place was great! AS A SLEEPING PLACE: The concept of this place is that they are like a hostel - where you stay in beds and there is a shared space. The beds are REALLY cool. They are pods - 18 - and they are like bunk beds. One on the top and one on the bottom. They are really COOL. They each have their own TV with Netflicks, Vimeo, Flickster, Hulu on it. So you can watch whatever you want - using your own headphones. The beds are comfy too. They also have two of the beds that are queen size (the others are standard). The queen size can fit two people. ONE PERSON, PER STANDARD BED. :D The standard bed for a night is $40! That's really good for a place in Hollywood - near all the cool stuff. The queen - which you can share - is $60. Remember... this is IN Hollywood. They also have private rooms upstairs for a bit more but you get your own room and bathroom. Pretty good. The beds are comfy and the people there - that I met - were foreigners and pretty cool. They really get tons of people from all over the world. The pods remind me of the dorm rooms in college. You have your space and it's really comfortable. LOCKERS: They have lockers for you (and sell locks too) to put your important stuff away. So you don't need to worry about someone stealing from your bed if you left it there. They are pretty spacious too. I was able to put four or five purses and boots in there. AMENITIES: They have computers for you to use and a lounge chair and a full kitchen. The bathroom is a full bathroom too. They really provide for their guests - blowdryer, lotions, hair stuff, etc. Yes... and WIFI. They also have a webcam/photo set up on the wall - all touch screen - for memories and parties. You can do video and post it on your youtube or upload the photos on facebook. :D Seriously... awesome technology. PARTY: We used the entire bottom space as a party venue. It fits about 50 comfortably. They told me they once had 200. Damn. It was hard with 50. If you have a party here - which you should if you have a small party - there is a $100 fee (and could be discounted if you help promote them - getting LIKES on their facebook). And another rule is that you have to allow the current guests who are renting for that night be able to join in on your party. No biggie. We met hot foreigners! Bonjour Frenchie! :D If you really want the place private - just your party! - Rent out ALL the pods. They give you free range of the room (my sister set up the DJ in the front) and also if you want to with no charge - borrow their beer pong table! You MUST clean up after yourself afterward and have guests leave by 1.30am. The people staying in the hostel must be in by 2am. They also provide free photography services - which they upload onto their facebook. HOSTS: Elvina and Joni are SO awesome. She really put her heart and soul into this place. Her dad built the pods!!! Damn. They really did a great job on this place. I walked in and I was impressed with the place. It's very modern! PARKING: Valet parking next door for $7. Street parking This place was great and I really am interested in throwing more parties here and renting out the pods. You should too! This is a great modern hip place to be for a GREAT price. Be sure to book in advance because they fill up fast! read more

Clean, great location for the price. A short walk away from muscle beach and the Venice canals are across the street.

There were some pros and cons while staying at the DTLA Podshare. First of all, the location was very nice and spacious! I would recommend to someone on a budget that just needs a place to sleep and shower. The 24hr employees have a lovely personality, super friendly and accommodating! Love how there's a lounge room and a working area in the top floor where you can either use a computer there or use wifi. Very safe in terms of leaving your bag in the hallway area or in a spacious locker. The kitchen is good as well because you can make coffee, eat anything from what they have to share, or store soda/food if you order any from uber eats, etc. I need it to be very silent and dark when I go to sleep so it was perfect because they kept it like that from an early time (starting around 10pm). There was about 3 bathroom stalls and 3 showers so I didn't really run into any people or feel awkward (unless it was early morning when everyone needed to get ready). Everyone was always either out, on their phone in the pod or sleeping so I didn't have to run into much people . I felt like I had a lot of space and no one would stare at me or make me feel uncomfortable. Peaceful place overall. Me and my boyfriend got the bigger pod for us and it was a lot of space. Really like how it had a little lamp and reliable power outlets. The only cons of this place are that if you stay up too late, you wont be able to make noise, move around too much to go up and down stairs, or feel comfortable because its EXTREMELY quiet at night and of course, its that way to be respectful for those trying to sleep. If you are not a morning person and a light sleeper, you will be woken by others or the super bright sunlight very early because there are no window blinds. If you are used to having your own home at a VERY cold temperature, you will end up sweating some time during your sleep or if you get hot very easily like I do. And if you're not comfortable with others being around while you sleep,hearing you snore,or a co-living environment, this is probably not the best place for you. But if you're okay with all these, then it is an awesome, unique place for the buck. read more

This is a review for the new Westwood location of PodShare (called Dormshare). I need to come to UCLA frequently and stay in a budget place. With a name like "Dormshare" one might not expect a 50 year old woman to be comfortable there, but to the contrary, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. It had everything I needed and was in a perfect location. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. I will definitely return! read more

I absolutely loved my stay with PodShare! The folks working were absolutely amazing and the facilities were stunning and exactly what I expected. I loved my pod and how comfortable the beds were. The community living concept is awesome. The LosFeliz PodShare in particular called to mind my travels through Europe staying in hostels. Wonderful people, great conversation, and a combined sense of both privacy and home. read more

I checked in and Ashley was great but it was kind of downhill from there. They had been filming something there all day that and it had messed with a lot of the functions, including the power in the pod I was assigned. So the light and the outlets weren't working and that was frustrating. They couldn't figure out what the film people might have done so I was stuck with no power. There was one clean towel left by the time I checked in as well, so I guess I got lucky there because I could at least shower after a long day. Another guest snored like a chainsaw all night and that kept me up with no way of drowning out the cacophony. I had tried to get a refund but missed the fine print on their refund policy, so make sure you carefully read that. The person I was texting back and forth with (their most reliable form of communication, forget calling them) told me there would be plenty of street parking available but on a Friday night in Hollywood, forget it. I found a lot and paid almost as much as I had for the powerless pod. In any case, Ashley was very nice and she deserves the star I give the place. read more

A hostel with everything that makes it more comfortable, inviting and friendly. When I reached there couple of local artist were playing some amazing music, Couldn't have been a better welcome. The beds are not bunk beds but made out of solid wood. The place is clean at any given time with an awesome kitchen. The is the best of hostel i have stayed in by so far. I definitely staying here again when i Visit LA. Not to forget at really affordable price !! read more

It was an awesome experience staying with Podshare! Each pod is equipped with everything you need, from USB charging docks, a small mirror and even a TV with various channels available. I had my own space and yet at the same time could interact with other podsharers easily! read more

both locations are a must if you are looking for a great safe creative easy check in type of place to stay. jermey and josh are so amazing as with very helpful. its a great price for what you get and the other guest are respectful as with very nice. i am writing this as im currently staying in the hollywood location. im looking to stay a month so i will update my one month stay if i do so. either way i would stay here if u are choosing then choose them :) josh read more

I don't know what to say about Podshare other than I love, love, loved it. No wait. I can say more. I rented out the entire podshare for a private party (bachelorette party) I made sure to reserve a few months in advance to ensure I had the whole place to ourselves. I did rigorous research on the establishment since well let's be honest, when you see the word hostel, you don't feel 100% at ease. My love stemmed simply from the remarkable reviews on not just Yelp but many travel websites. My love blossomed by the great communication I had with Elvina & whoever was on the other end answering the emails and the ease of the booking and payment process. I just knew this would be the best place for my original group of 12 girls (final count 8). Since I was throwing a party and I was coming in from out of state I asked if anyone at Podshare would decorate the room with a few fun items that I would mail over. They graciously accepted my request which took a lot of my plate. I also had scheduled a few food deliveries that I forgot to warn Podshare about but they handled it perfectly. Upon arrival, Elvina, Michael and Spencer greeted us. Elvina is snapping away taking pics....our makeup artists that I hired were all set up and waiting for us, music was blasting, decorations were put up; It felt like we were walking on to a live set or something. The bride looked ecstatic. All the girls rushed in to tour the place. It was really fun choosing beds it felt like the Real World choosing your roommate. All my party guests had huge smiles; I was definitely relieved. The place was super cool, the kitchen cabinets were stocked with all kitchen essentials. The bathroom was stocked with all bathroom essentials that previous podestrians leave behind. The surround sound system was amazing, what's a party without music? Michael aka Mykee gave me a run down of the do's and do not's (which were not many). The crew stayed with us for a while to chat and have a drink and take more pics (you can find our pics on their Podshare Facebook page) and then they left us until the next morning. I won't give you the details of our party but I can tell you that we had such an amazing time. It was perfect for our group of girls. Plenty of changing space... Bathroom is enormous. (might not be the best with different people staying and only have one bathroom, however.) plenty of mirror space to double check your dress, makeup and hair are on point. ;-) comfy beds and all the accessories your pod is supplied with and hey even allowed us to leave our baggage by the front desk while we waited for our limo driver to take us back to San Diego the next morning. The price you pay for the quality of service and amenities you receive is quite impressive. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. I will definitely be back. read more

For my first trip to Hollywood all by myself I wanted to stay somewhere reasonable and fun. -- I scoured the internet for places and read every review known to the internet. -- And I'm glad I came across Podshare. -- I checked in and was greeted with a warm welcome and a smiling face. -- And a wonderful dog!!! -- The tour was fun and friendly, and everyone staying there was great! -- I was given the opportunity to hang out and play dodge ball! (I didn't take the opportunity, but what fun to have been invited!) -- I only stayed one night, but it was a great night... I checked out at 5 in the morning, and it was pretty easy (if you know how to use a door!) All I really had to do was pack my stuff and leave! -- They offer a fridge where you can store "just for you" stuff and there's a "community" area where everyone shares everything. -- It was a wonderful experience and everyone is friendly and I recommend it for everyone who wants to stay in a hostel... Having never stayed in one it was a great first experience; one which I will do in the future on my next visit to the neighborhood!!! -- Thank you Podshare, and thank you Elvina for making my (1 day) stay fantastic! (And for helping figure out how to open a door at 5AM!!) Many Thanks!!!! read more

This is an affordable place to stay given the area. It's an open area but people were very welcoming and respectful of each other. Highly recommend especially if you like meeting new people. They also have a small recording studio and green screen wall of you're in the music or film industry. No negatives! read more