LA's Ace Hotel is now the STILE Downtown by Kasa: Here's what's new

The Ace Hotel has a new style!

The historic building in DTLA is now the STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa. Upon the closure of The Ace Hotel in January, STILE opened its doors in February 2024. The freshly rebranded theater is now The United Theater on Broadway, and a stylish Brooklyn wine bar, Sauced, now sits upon its rooftop.

The hotel invited Out Traveler inside to see what's new.

Check-in has gone digital.

The entire check-in process has gone digital, so there's no need to go up to the front desk. Before your scheduled arrival, STILE sends guests a pre-check in link where you'll input your information and take a photo of your ID. They'll follow up with an email containing custom log-in codes to the front door of the hotel, the elevator, and even your room.

A new rooftop experience.

The most significant change to the 8,000 square foot rooftop's bar is the addition of Sauced in September 2024.

The original wine bar opened in January 2020 in Williamsburg and the LA location maintains the menuless traditions of the original with no printed wine list, therefore "Guests are encouraged to chat with bartenders, taste different pours, and explore a diverse selection of wines," according to the press release. "Alongside a deep BTB selection, Sauced LA will feature 20+ bottles open nightly, with standout producers like Bastian Wolber, Chavost, Matthieu Barret, and Anne-Claude Leflaive."

Our server, Jillian, was particularly knowledgeable and helped me select the best wine I've had in ages.

Yes, the rooftop still has its gorgeous lounge and pool.

Parisian Chef Quentin Peron is crafting Mediterranean-inspired nightly menus featuring smallplates, seasonal fish, oysters, and a curated selection of charcuterie and cheese.

Open Thursdays through Sundays, the space also boasts live DJ sets til 1am.

A cafe is just downstairs.

No, the hotel doesn't offer breakfast. But you can stop by the morning cafe for a latte ahead of your day on the town. And in the afternoons, the space offers guests and the public a unique happy hour from 4-7pm.

And the building's iconic theater isn't going anywhere.

The property is adjacent to the historic United Theater on Broadway, which is just as beautiful as ever and still hosting events and concerts, including ones catering to the LGBTQ+ community, including shows from Bob the Drag Queen and Hannah Gadsby. Morrissey is also planning two show stops on December 28 & 29.

And check-out's just as seamless.

Another contactless experience! Once you check out by 11am, all you have to do is send a text.

Coming and going has never been so easy.