Nisei Inn

WebsiteCall
Gardena, about 0.9 miles from Nisei InnArea photo: near GardenaPhoto: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0

Hotel in Gardena · 7 amenities verified · 19 questions answered

16427 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247

69.2

Journeyed Score · Mostly verified

Out of 100 · as of · formula settled-1.1-facts

Score is limited by facts not yet verified: 5 of 14 standard facts have no source yet. Not on record yet: breakfast, shuttle, pool, fitness room, accessible rooms. How it is computed

What this place offers

Each item shows where it was stated and when it was last checked.

Bedroom and laundry

  • In-room features: Coffee maker, Air conditioning, Flat-screen TVhotel website · checked

Family

Internet and office

Kitchen and dining

Parking and facilities

  • Parking availablehotel website · checked
  • Parking type: Garage or covered parkinghotel website · checked

Services

Contact details

  • Phone: (310) 329-1188Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1 · checked
  • Address: 16427 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247hotel website · checked
  • Website: niseiinngardena.comOverture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1 · checked

Every detail, rated

9 of 196 details rated · 9 based on the hotel's own website · updated Oct 3 2026

Counted. Thanks for settling it for the next traveler.

You already answered that one. One answer per detail every 30 days keeps the ratings fair.

Settled so far at Nisei Inn

Answer 10 quick questions about this hotelOne tap each, no sign-up. About a minute.

Each question is one small, checkable detail of this hotel. Answer Yes or No from your own stay: every answer moves its rating from 0 to 100, and older answers count for less. A number appears once 5 people have answered, or when the hotel's own website (or its brand standard) states it; ratings from votes alone stay marked Early until 20 votes. No reviews, no text. Ratings never change the score.

Sleep

  • Are the mattresses firm?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Are the pillows comfortable?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Do the sheets feel crisp and cool?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Does the room get fully dark at night?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Are the rooms quiet at night?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Are the pillows soft?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

13 more Sleep questions

Mattress brand, Pillow options, Sheet thread count, Bed comfort, Sleep quality, Sagging or springs, Pillows per guest, Bed sizes, Duvet or blanket, Sheet material, Linen brand, Noise sources, Sleep amenities.

Answer all 19 Sleep questions

Bathroom

  • Is the water pressure strong?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Does the hot water come quickly?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

12 more Bathroom questions

Bathroom size, Toiletries, Towels, Seconds to hot water, Shower and tub, Bathroom privacy, Slow drain, Bathroom fan, Counter space, Toiletry format, Toiletries brand, Bathroom features.

Answer all 14 Bathroom questions

Room

  • Do rooms have air conditioning?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Do rooms have a kitchen?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is the AC quiet at night?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

17 more Room questions

AC and heating, Desk and workspace, Outlets or USB by the bed, View, Room size, Room size (sq ft), Room condition, Room location, What the window faced, Lighting, Closet and drawers, Empty fridge, Streaming on the TV, In-room features, Minibar charging, Windows open, Views by room type.

Answer all 20 Room questions

Cleanliness

  • Are the rooms clean on arrival?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

8 more Cleanliness questions

Smell, Bathroom cleanliness, Fresh bedding, Floors and carpet, Lobby and halls, Daily cleaning, Bugs or pests, Smoke smell.

Answer all 9 Cleanliness questions

Arrival and check-in

  • Does check-in start at 2:00 PM?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is the front desk open 24 hours?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Does check-in take under 10 minutes?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

14 more Arrival and check-in questions

Check-in experience, Room ready on time, Early check-in granted, Late checkout granted, Deposit hold, Deposit release, Finding the entrance, Parking entrance, Valet wait, Minimum check-in age, ID and payment at check-in, Phone as room key, Early check-in fee, Bag storage.

Answer all 17 Arrival and check-in questions

Food and drink

  • Can you make coffee in the room?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is the breakfast good?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Are eggs served at breakfast?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

15 more Food and drink questions

Breakfast variety, Breakfast hours, Coffee quality, Breakfast style, Breakfast crowding, Breakfast kept stocked, Dietary options at breakfast, Breakfast price, Coffee brand, Hotel restaurant, Hotel bar, Restaurants and bars, Room service hours, Snack market, Food within a short walk.

Answer all 18 Food and drink questions

Service

  • Is the front desk helpful?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

8 more Service questions

Housekeeping frequency, Staff friendliness, Request response time, Problems fixed, Concierge, Bell staff, Languages spoken, Packages for guests.

Answer all 9 Service questions

Property

  • Is there parking on site?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is parking easy?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

22 more Property questions

Elevator wait, Pool crowding, Gym equipment, Pool temperature, Pool size, Pool loungers, Sun on the pool deck, Pool hours, Gym equipment list, Gym hours, Spa facilities, Spa quality, Laundry, Business center, EV chargers, EV charger type, Guest elevators, Rooms last renovated, Rooftop, Security, Lobby atmosphere, Construction noise.

Answer all 24 Property questions

Connectivity

  • Is Wi-Fi free?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is the Wi-Fi fast enough to stream?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Is the Wi-Fi reliable?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

6 more Connectivity questions

Wi-Fi upload, Video calls, Getting online, Cell signal, Phone carrier, Wired internet.

Answer all 9 Connectivity questions

Location

  • Is the area around the hotel walkable?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Is it comfortable walking near the hotel after dark?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

11 more Location questions

Getting around without a car, Rideshare pickup wait, The block, Nearest airport, Nearest beach, Union Station, Nearest Metro rail stop, Nearest grocery store, Nearest freeway, Travel times to landmarks, Airport shuttle.

Answer all 13 Location questions

Money and tipping

  • Is self parking free?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

  • Is $3 to $5 a night a typical housekeeping tip?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

  • Are there surprise fees?

    Needs 5 votes to rate

10 more Money and tipping questions

Valet tip, Bell staff tip, Which unexpected fees, Resort fee covers, Gratuity policy, True total per night, Value for money, Concierge tip, Resort fee amount, Valet per night.

Answer all 13 Money and tipping questions

Accessibility

5 Accessibility questions

Accessibility features, Step-free route, Accessible room as booked, Elevator out of service, Bed height.

Answer all 5 Accessibility questions

Families

6 Families questions

Cribs and extra beds, Connecting rooms, Kids stay free, Kids menu, Kids pool, Good for kids.

Answer all 6 Families questions

Pets

  • Is the hotel a no-pets hotel?

    85Yes

    Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026 · Be the first to vote

5 more Pets questions

Pet weight limit, Pets per room, Pet amenities, Pets left alone, Pet welcome.

Answer all 6 Pets questions

Policies

6 Policies questions

Cancellation, Quiet hours, Smoking fee, Late checkout fee, Local guests, Visitors.

Answer all 6 Policies questions

Events and seasons

5 Events and seasons questions

Pool party or DJ, Game or event crowds, Weddings and private events, Nearest stadium or arena, Nearest convention center.

Answer all 5 Events and seasons questions

Sustainability

3 Sustainability questions

Green certifications, Linen reuse option, Water refill stations.

Answer all 3 Sustainability questions

Every question, statement, rating, basis and vote count is in the Markdown and JSON versions of this page.

Questions about the details

Do rooms at Nisei Inn have air conditioning?

Journeyed rates the statement "Rooms have air conditioning" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked .

Does check-in at Nisei Inn start at 2:00 PM?

Journeyed rates the statement "Check-in starts at 2:00 PM" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked .

Can you make coffee in the room at Nisei Inn?

Journeyed rates the statement "You can make coffee in the room" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked .

Is there parking on site at Nisei Inn?

Journeyed rates the statement "There is parking on site" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked .

See all 9 rated details as questions

Tipping in Los Angeles hotels

General US guidance, not specific to this hotel.

  • Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night, left daily with a note 1
  • Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night (citing the American Hotel and Lodging Association); $5 to $20 at luxury hotels 2
  • Bell staff: $2 for the first bag, $1 for each additional bag 1
  • Bell staff: $2 per bag, up to $5 for a bulky or heavy bag 2
  • Valet: $2 to $5 when the car is returned to you 1
  • Valet: $2 to $5 2
  • Concierge: Nothing for answering questions; $5 to $10 for tickets or reservations 1
  1. The Emily Post Institute, General Tipping Guide, checked . The page shows no published date.
  2. AFAR, The Complete Guide to Tipping Hotel Staff in the U.S., updated , checked . Housekeeping range attributed to the American Hotel and Lodging Association.

What guests mention

No counted guest mentions yet.

Where you'll be

Map of Nisei Inn and nearby Gardena, SpaceX Headquarters and Torrance© OpenStreetMap contributors

16427 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247

In Gardena, Los Angeles area. Closest landmark: Gardena, 0.9 mi.

Distances to places people visit

Show all 55 places nearby

Straight-line miles from the hotel's map location (Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1, checked ) to each landmark.

Things to know

Hotel policies

Safety and property

Fees

Questions about this hotel

19 answers, each taken from a sourced fact on this page. Showing the 12 most asked.

What time is check-in at Nisei Inn?

Check-in at Nisei Inn starts at 2:00 PM. Source: hotel website, checked .

What time is checkout at Nisei Inn?

Checkout at Nisei Inn is by 11:00 AM. Source: hotel website, checked .

Does Nisei Inn have free parking?

Yes, self parking at Nisei Inn is free. Source: hotel website, checked .

Does Nisei Inn have parking?

Yes, Nisei Inn offers parking. Source: hotel website, checked .

Is Nisei Inn pet friendly?

No, Nisei Inn does not allow pets. Source: hotel website, checked .

Is Wi-Fi free at Nisei Inn?

Yes, Wi-Fi at Nisei Inn is free. Source: hotel website, checked .

Do rooms at Nisei Inn have a kitchen?

Yes, Nisei Inn has rooms with an in-room kitchen. Source: hotel website, checked .

Is the front desk at Nisei Inn open 24 hours?

Yes, Nisei Inn has a 24-hour front desk. Source: hotel website, checked .

Where is Nisei Inn located?

Nisei Inn is at 16427 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247. Source: hotel website, checked .

What city is Nisei Inn in?

Nisei Inn is in Gardena. Source: hotel website, checked .

What is the phone number for Nisei Inn?

The phone number for Nisei Inn is (310) 329-1188. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked .

What is the nearest major airport to Nisei Inn?

The nearest major passenger airport to Nisei Inn is Los Angeles International Airport, 7.1 miles away in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places, checked .

See all 19 questions (plain text, with sources)

Questions this hotel ranks for

Show the top 30 of 32 questions

All 32 questions this hotel ranks for (plain text)

Sources

  • Overture Maps Places · cdla-permissive-2.0 · checked
  • Hotel websites (1) · robots-permitted-page · checked

Last checked