| they also come with microwaves and minifridges. set in a commercial area, this unpretentious motel is 5 miles from the pico rivera sports arena and 14 miles from raging waters los angeles water park. off-street parking is free. featuring old-school furnishings and exterior entrances, the straightforward rooms provide complimentary wi-fi and cable tv. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Los Angeles International Airport 39 min
Rose Bowl Stadium (23 min)
Arena home to a storied annual college-football championship game & a notable monthly flea market. San Gabriel Valley (8 min)
Sprawling suburban valley home to Pasadena's quaint downtown, diverse Asian eateries & hiking areas. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (21 min)
Expansive complex housing art galleries with famous works, rare-book collections & lush gardens. Los Angeles County Arboretum (18 min)
Sprawling manicured grounds filled with plants & featuring roaming peacocks & a Queen Anne cottage. Norton Simon Museum (23 min)
Unconventional building housing a noted collection of European & Asian art plus a sculpture garden. San Gabriel Mission (13 min)
Founded in 1771, this Catholic mission with gardens & a museum has self-guided tours & a gift shop. The Gamble House (23 min)
Guided tours showcase this architecturally significant 1908 home designed by Charles & Henry Greene. Sturtevant Falls (1 hr 48)
Popular waterfall known for its swimming hole alongside hiking, picnicking & camping options. Santa Anita Park (18 min)
Live horse-racing track with several bars & restaurants, plus wedding & event facilities. Mount Wilson Observatory (1 hr 28)
Celebrated observatory complex featuring powerful solar & nighttime telescopes, with tours & more. Walnut Creek Community Regional Park (19 min)
Park open during daylight hours, offering facilities for horses & horse-trailer parking. Kidspace Children's Museum (24 min)
This museum with an expansive outdoor play area features hands-on arts & science exhibits. Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area (15 min)
Vast park boasting a 70-acre lake for fishing & boating, plus a summer swim beach & water play area. Monrovia Canyon Park (24 min)
City park on 80 acres with trails, camping & a waterfall, plus a nature center & cabin for events. Old Pasadena (24 min)
Downtown historic district, now a popular destination for shopping, dining & entertainment. | 
