Hollywood Walk of Fame, Universal Studios, Mann Chinese Theatre, Kodak Theatre, Madam Truseau's Wax Museum, Hollywood/Highland Center, Disney Theater, Pantages Theatre...
“Nice tropical environment w/Pool. Beds just okay”
Apr 30, 2013
Leah C, San Diego, California, United States | Trip type: Friends getaway
We stayed at the Highland Gardens Hotel, because it was walking distance to the World Famous Magic Castle. It was very convenient for that reason. Also, walking distance to the...
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We stayed at the Highland Gardens Hotel, because it was walking distance to the World Famous Magic Castle. It was very convenient for that reason. Also, walking distance to the Walk of Stars in Hollywood. The pool area is nice. With lots of tropical foliage. The suites are nice in size. We had 3 people total. So, my boyfriend and I stayed in the room and our friend used the pull out couch. The bed was not comfy at all. Very hard. They don't provide many soaps, etc either. So, make sure to bring your own comforts of products that you like from home. « less
“lower expectations”
Mar 28, 2013
LoriR96, La Quinta, California | Trip type: Family
This hotel is in a great location for a reasonable price. Other than that there is nothing positive to say. We checked in and when we got to our room...
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This hotel is in a great location for a reasonable price. Other than that there is nothing positive to say. We checked in and when we got to our room it hadn't been cleaned. We were given another. It was a nice enough room but old. The shower was tiny and the faucets were confusing. towels were small and scratchy. Not sure how they can advertise free breakfast, its just bad coffee and packaged danish. We were on the street side and had alot of traffic noise. « less
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Management response from JGB1022, Manager
We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused you. Rooms are constantly being renovated and updated. If you return, see me, and I will make sure you are satisfied with your accommodations.
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“Don't expect the same quality in the rooms as the lobby......”
Mar 16, 2013
Selina C, Ashbourne, United Kingdom | Trip type: Couples
We stopped in here while trying to find a reasonably priced hotel/motel in the Hollywood area without going into a dive and so when I walked into the lobby to...
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We stopped in here while trying to find a reasonably priced hotel/motel in the Hollywood area without going into a dive and so when I walked into the lobby to ask about room price/availability, it seemed ideal as the lobby and front area are very swish and modern. You can see it’s been a 60’s hotel but looked like it had been revamped from the outside with sleek smoked glass balconies added to the frontage. The room was $149 with taxes for a twin queen, so price wise pretty good for Hollywood, but the outside and lobby are a bit misleading as the actual hotel rooms are older and a bit of a let down. Our room was very bare and had a battered old fridge in the corner with a microwave balanced atop it. The beds were clean and comfy but the shower very small and old school (I never bothered trying to get a shower as it was pretty off putting). There was a wall socket hanging off (which I avoided using and did notify the desk about when I checked out) and some peeling/rotting woodwork right outside the window. On the upside, the place is in a good location and you can just walk down a side street to Hollywood Blvd and the staff were nice enough. There is a limited complimentary continental breakfast included (bread, cream cheese, toaster, muffins, juice boxes, tea/coffee) so it’s enough to start you off until you get something real to eat somewhere else. One major downside was that the WiFi in the rooms was an extra and chargeable at $10 for 24 hours (but they do have a couple of PCs in the lobby which they said were free to use, but when I tried it was asking for payment to log onto the connection). I got the feeling that this place has been taken over and they are part way through re-doing the place (but just not reached the rooms yet)! I wouldn’t stay again until the rest of the hotel has been upgraded to match the lobby but then it will probably justify an increase in price, so really not too bad if you need somewhere to crash for a night. « less
“Don't stay here unless you're desperate.”
Feb 28, 2013
Will_not_camp, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Trip type: Family
Unfortunately I had stuffed up our reservations and booked the wrong month at another hotel!!
We were in Hollywood and desperate for a room for 2 nights - the staff...
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Unfortunately I had stuffed up our reservations and booked the wrong month at another hotel!!
We were in Hollywood and desperate for a room for 2 nights - the staff at the other hotels had sent us here - I wish we hadn't been but there were very few places available and we had already tried other hotels that were booked out.
The lobby is nice and yes it's free car parking and free wi-fi in the lobby only.... BUT the rooms were old and yukky. The bathrooms are getting very very old and a bit mouldy. The rooms were dusty and the carpet didn't look like it had been vacuumed properly, the door to the balcony wouldn't open properly.
Feb 23, 2013
Appelin, Jonkoping, Sweden | Trip type: Family
Good location, very close to Hollywood. Big rooms with separate kitchen. There is a pool. Breakfast is terrible for us Europeans, but we didn't expect ´t more. Overall good place...
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Good location, very close to Hollywood. Big rooms with separate kitchen. There is a pool. Breakfast is terrible for us Europeans, but we didn't expect ´t more. Overall good place to stay at when you explore Hollywood and Universal area, very close to Mullholland drive and scenic drives. « less
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Details
Check In:
3:00PM
Check Out:
11:30AM
Year of Last Renovation:
2007
Floors:
2
Rooms:
72
Corridors:
Both Interior and Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms:
72
Handicap Rooms:
0
Suites:
40
Room Windows:
Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency:
Daily
Meeting Rooms:
0
Dist. to Food/Bars:
1.0 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant:
1.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym:
0.3 Mi
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation: 48 Hours for individual, 72 Hours for group
Nightly Parking:
$0
Typical Group Deposit:
25%
Total Taxes:
14.00%
Total Misc Fees:
$0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Occupancy Tax:
14.00%
Room Types - Highland Gardens Hotel
Standard
Two Queen Beds
This room features views of the garden or pool from the comfort of a furnished balcony. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and premium TV channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and a separate sitting area are among the conveniences offered.
1 Bedroom Suite
One Queen Bed or
One Sleeper Sofa Bed
This room features views of the garden or pool from the comfort of a furnished balcony. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and premium TV channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and a separate sitting area are among the conveniences offered.
Executive Suite
Two Queen Beds
This room features views of the garden or pool from the comfort of a furnished balcony. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and premium TV channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and a separate sitting area are among the conveniences offered.
Amenities - Highland Gardens Hotel
Air conditioning
ATM
Baggage storage facilities
Central location
Clothes drying
Complimentary breakfast
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Electronic key card
Fax available
Garage
Hairdryer available
Internet - wireless
Internet - ethernet
Kitchen facilities
Laundry facilities
Microwave in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Pets allowed
Private bathroom in room
Private car parking
Private garden grounds
Refrigerator
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shower
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone in all rooms
Television
Terrace
Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Show Pet PolicyUnder 25lbs. $25 additional charge per night.
Airport & Shuttle Information - Highland Gardens Hotel
LAX is approximately 20 miles from Hotel. @$45 taxi ride. Burbank Airport is approximately 15 miles. @$35 taxi ride
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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“lower expectations”
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