Historic King Edward Hotel to get a makeover as single-room occupancy for homeless people

A pedestrian walks along 5th St. in downtown Los Angeles with the King Edward Hotel seen in the background. The Aids Healthcare Foundation has purchased the 106 year old hotel and plans to lease its 150 rooms to homeless people.

A pedestrian walks along 5th St. in downtown Los Angeles with the King Edward Hotel seen in the background. The Aids Healthcare Foundation has purchased the 106 year old hotel and plans to lease its 150 rooms to homeless people.

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April 30, 2018 6:42 PM PT

King Edward Hotel

The front lobby is viewed from the mezzanine level inside the King Edward Hotel located at the intersection of 5th St. and Los Angeles St. in downtown Los Angeles.

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King Edward Hotel

Local resident Calvin Davis walks past the King Edward hotel located at the intersection of 5th St. and Los Angeles St. in downtown Los Angeles.

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King Edward Hotel

A room in the King Edward Hotel.

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King Edward Hotel

Security officer Adel Elbayady sorts mail while working the front desk of the King Edward Hotel located in downtown Los Angeles.

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King Edward Hotel

Matias Andres, left, and Martin Diego install an exterior door at the King Edward Hotel in downtown Los Angeles.

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King Edward Hotel

A room in the King Edward Hotel

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King Edward Hotel

People pass by the King Edward Hotel located at the intersection of 5th St. and Los Angeles St. in downtown Los Angeles.

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