| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a 3-mile drive from bob hope airport, this straightforward hotel is a 5 miles from the landmark hollywood sign and a 6 miles from the hiking trails and zoo at griffith park. there's also an outdoor pool. the relaxed rooms offer flat-screen tvs, coffeemakers and kitchenettes. suites add sitting areas. freebies include wifi and stays of kids aged 17 and under (with an adult). amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, parking and an airport shuttle
Los Angeles International Airport 35 min
Los Angeles Zoo (9 min)
Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 250 animal species & 800 plant species. Universal Studio Tour (12 min)
Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. Hollywood Sign (20 min)
Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Madame Tussauds Hollywood (16 min)
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries. Hollywood & Highland (14 min)
Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. The Getty (20 min)
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (28 min)
This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Griffith Observatory (21 min)
This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. TCL Chinese Theatre (15 min)
This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Griffith Park (8 min)
Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. Dolby Theatre (15 min)
Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Universal Studios Hollywood (10 min)
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (27 min)
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (12 min)
High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Hollywood Bowl (12 min)
Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. | 
