the straightforward, air-conditioned rooms provide flat-screen tvs and complimentary wi-fi; some have sitting areas. kids age 4 and younger stay at no extra charge. parking is free, and coin-operated laundry facilities are available. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. off interstate 405, this unpretentious motel on a main thoroughfare is 5 miles from sepulveda basin recreation area and 4 miles from mission san fernando rey de espana Los Angeles International Airport 31 min
Dolby Theatre (22 min) Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Griffith Observatory (31 min) This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. Universal Studios Hollywood (17 min) Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Universal Studio Tour (21 min) Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. Runyon Canyon Park (23 min) Landmark hiking trails known for sweeping city views & people watching, plus an off-leash dog park. Hollywood & Highland (20 min) Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. Los Angeles Zoo (20 min) Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 250 animal species & 800 plant species. Hollywood Bowl (19 min) Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. TCL Chinese Theatre (22 min) This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Hollywood Sign (31 min) Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (19 min) High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Griffith Park (18 min) Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. Madame Tussauds Hollywood (22 min) Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries. The Original Farmers Market (31 min) Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors. The Getty (15 min) Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. |