| other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, and a patio with seating. off the ventura freeway, this casual budget hotel is 13 miles from universal studios hollywood, 10 miles from the getty center and 19 miles from santa monica state beach. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking is complimentary, as is continental breakfast served in a relaxed dining area. accessed via exterior corridors, the low-key rooms offer flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi, plus minifridges and coffeemakers
Los Angeles International Airport 28 min
Greystone Mansion (24 min)
Visitors can take self-guided tours of this sprawling mansion & grounds, a location in many films. The Getty (12 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Will Rogers State Beach (26 min)
Public beach featuring an on-site restaurant, volleyball courts, showers & a bike trail. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (16 min)
High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Santa Monica State Beach (20 min)
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. The Japanese Garden (9 min)
Garden gift store stocking ceramics, books, cards & jewelry from Japan & the Asia-Pacific region. Hammer Museum (16 min)
Gallery with a permanent collection of historical works & special exhibits of edgy contemporary art. Pacific Park (24 min)
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic ferris wheel. The Getty Villa (27 min)
Former tycoon's residence modeled after 1st-century Italian villa, with Greek & Roman artifacts. Universal Studio Tour (18 min)
Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. Palisades Park (20 min)
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views. Malibu Lagoon State Beach (28 min)
Scenic 110-acre area featuring a famous beach for surfing & an estuary with migratory birds. Universal Studios Hollywood (14 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Santa Monica Pier (23 min)
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium. Downtown Santa Monica (22 min)
Posh shopping center offers a range of retailers, dining & entertainment amid a stylish promenade. | 
