The area maybe isn't the most scenic -- at the time of our stay, we were surrounded by construction sites and very boring, gray buildings -- but overall we were VERY pleased with literally everything else at this hotel. My wife and I try to avoid Broadway at all costs so it can be tricky if we're attending an event in the area. This hotel is several blocks away from the obnoxious celebration of alcoholism and while you can get to it on foot rather easily, it seemed a world away. The area is very quiet and seemed very safe. We were able to walk to Nissan Stadium in about 15 minutes, which was very nice. Rooms were clean and spacious, I loved the on-site gym and we enjoyed the hotel restaurant. Staff was very polite and jovial. Aside from the "concrete jungle" surroundings, we loved everything about our stay!