| 5 miles from the zoo and observatory in griffith park, and 2. free perks include on-site parking. exterior corridors lead to straightforward rooms that have basic bedding and furnishings, and feature free wifi and flat-screen tvs, plus minifridges and microwaves. a half-mile from interstate 5, this low-rise budget property whose 1960s-style facade and neon 'motel' sign have appeared in dozens of films is 1. check-in time: 3:00 pm. there's also a coffee shop and hookah lounge next to the hotel that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. suites add kitchens and/or sitting areas with pull-out sofas. 8 miles from the shops and restaurants at the glendale galleria mall
Los Angeles International Airport 34 min
Hollywood Bowl (15 min)
Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (14 min)
High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. The Getty (22 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. TCL Chinese Theatre (18 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Walt Disney Concert Hall (14 min)
Frank Gehry-designed music hall with striking steel architecture & pristine acoustics. Hollywood Sign (16 min)
Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Hollywood & Highland (16 min)
Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. Los Angeles Zoo (6 min)
Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 250 animal species & 800 plant species. Universal Studios Hollywood (13 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Griffith Park (4 min)
Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. Dolby Theatre (18 min)
Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (28 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Griffith Observatory (16 min)
This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. Universal Studio Tour (15 min)
Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (27 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. | 
