this informal hotel on a major thoroughfare is a 9-minute walk from a metro station, an 11-minute walk from the hollywood walk of fame and a 13-minute walk from the hollywood bowl amphitheater. the 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living areas. the unassuming rooms come with ipod docks and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. kids age 15 and under (1 per room) stay for no extra charge with a parent Los Angeles International Airport 33 min
Universal Studio Tour (11 min) Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. The Getty (20 min) Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (16 min) Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Griffith Observatory (17 min) This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. Dolby Theatre (8 min) Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Griffith Park (8 min) Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. Hollywood Walk of Fame (8 min) Famous Hollywood sidewalk area emblazoned with stars & celebrity names since 1960. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (9 min) High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (16 min) This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Hollywood Sign (17 min) Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Hollywood & Highland (6 min) Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. Universal Studios Hollywood (6 min) Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. TCL Chinese Theatre (10 min) This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Madame Tussauds Hollywood (11 min) Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries. Hollywood Bowl (12 min) Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. |