Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel

Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel


January 14, 2025 | Samantha Henman

Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel


Sitting in the midst of the exciting streets of Los Angeles is a small, unassuming hotel that some people out there would probably like to avoid at all costs—the infamous Cecil Hotel. For practically all of its history, many things have gone seriously wrong inside this building. From spooky tragedies to unexplained mysteries, here are disturbing facts about the one and only Cecil Hotel.

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man denied boarding at airport
TRAVEL TIPS

The airline refused to let me fly to England because I didn’t have a UK ETA—and they wouldn’t refund me. Can they really ruin my trip like that?

You spend months planning a trip, book the flights, reserve the hotels, pack your bags, and mentally prepare for fish and chips and rainy weather—then the airline employee at check-in casually tells you that you can’t board your flight because you’re missing a UK ETA. Worse? They also say your ticket is nonrefundable.
May 29, 2026 Jesse Singer
A Canadian man getting questioned at the border.
TRAVEL TIPS

I tried to cross the border like I have a hundred times, but this time they questioned me for hours. I'm a Canadian, is that normal?

Many Canadians cross international borders regularly. After dozens of smooth crossings, it can feel shocking when border officers suddenly pull you aside.
May 29, 2026 Sammy Tran
TRAVEL TIPS

I booked through a third-party app, but when the flight was canceled I was left without help. What is the advantage of third-party booking apps?

Third-party online booking apps have their advantages and disadvantages.
May 29, 2026 J.D. Blackwell
Asian man holding credit card next to laptop
GUIDES

I booked a “free cancellation” hotel, but they still charged me. Do I have a case for false advertising?

You book a hotel room, see the words “free cancellation,” and assume you are protected if plans change. Many travelers believe that phrase means they can cancel anytime without losing money. Unfortunately, the reality is often more complicated. Hidden deadlines, confusing fine print, and third party booking rules can leave travelers shocked when charges still appear on their credit card.
May 29, 2026 Penelope Singh
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GUIDES

American products that older generations refuse to stop using, but might disappear within the next 10 years.

Explore American-invented products Baby Boomers still love using, from Pyrex and Polaroids to Post-it Notes and pocket radios, that may fade from everyday life as digital tools, smart homes, and younger habits take over.
May 29, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Woman holding phone in hotel lobby
GUIDES

My hotel canceled my room during a major event and resold it for more money. Are they allowed to do that?

Sometimes a hotel can cancel a reservation, but canceling only to resell the room for more money can create serious legal and consumer-protection problems. Your rights depend on the booking terms, payment status, location, and reason the hotel gives. A confirmed, prepaid, or guaranteed reservation gives you the strongest position.
May 29, 2026 Penelope Singh

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