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One of the best bargains in downtown, the Stillwell puts you within walking distance of the Staples Center. It’s in a well restored early 20th-century building and has a popular Indian restaurant and a graceful old-time cocktail lounge.

Despite the name, celebrity encounters are exceedingly unlikely in this budget gem, a stone’s throw away from Hollywood and Highland. But the inviting burgundy awning and Art Deco lobby lead to nicely sized rooms with walls with cartoonlike murals. Rates include a small breakfast as well as parking.

An excellent base of operation for those wanting plenty of space. Some suites are like small apartments with full kitchen, living room, and bedroom. The decor is a bit long in the tooth, but it’s all well kept. With a pool and rooftop sun-deck for perks, this place offers good value, indeed.

Those traveling on a tight budget will find this friendly Hollywood hostel a good jumping-off place for their explorations. Rates include hot beverages, pancake breakfast, linen, and lockers. The lounge has a view of the Hollywood Sign.

This 1950s-style motel with a small pool is within walking distance of the Farmers Market, Melrose Avenue, and the Beverly Center. Framed art and cheerful bedspreads adorn the rooms. The downstairs diner, Swingers, is popular (see Swingers).

A B&B that doesn’t offer much in terms of amenities or style, but you can truthfully brag that you have stayed in Beverly Hills. Converted from an apartment building, it’s a short walk away from the goodies of Rodeo Drive.

The “price is right” at this motel opposite the Original Farmers Market and CBS, which explains its popularity with game show contestants taping at the TV studio. The staff is willing to organize tickets if you’d like to be part of the audience.

A Santa Monica budget abode, it is perfect for those who favor location over luxury. Only two blocks from the beach, it is on trendy Main Street with wonderful shopping and dining.

The beach beckons outside this small hotel on the border of Venice and Marina del Rey. Rooms offer moderate comforts and a cheerful decor. Rates include breakfast.

Easily recognized by its classic neon sign, this retro motel has undergone a facelift. Rooms, some with full kitchens, now sparkle in peach and blue. Close to Universal, NBC, and Warner Bros studios.