I-Drive Grand Resort & Suites, formerly Anice Inn & Suites, is a two-pearl property comparable to other budget hotels in the area. The location near International Drive and Universal Studios -- plus the often incredibly low rates -- are the real draws here. However, this is an older hotel, and the rooms and outdoor swimming pools definitely show some wear. More troublesome are the constant guest complains regarding everything from long lines at check-in to the poor cleanliness and maintenance. Free breakfast, parking, and scheduled shuttle are nice perks. Check rates at the nearby Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando -- you'll lose the fitness center but will gain more dining options and nicer rooms.
I-Drive Grand Resort & Suites, formerly Anice Inn & Suites, is a two-pearl property comparable to other budget hotels in the area. The location near International Drive and Universal Studios -- plus the often incredibly low rates -- are the real draws here. However, this is an older hotel, and the rooms and outdoor swimming pools definitely show some wear. More troublesome are the constant guest complains regarding everything from long lines at check-in to the poor cleanliness and maintenance. Free breakfast, parking, and scheduled shuttle are nice perks. Check rates at the nearby Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando -- you'll lose the fitness center but will gain more dining options and nicer rooms.
The 10-room Palm Springs Rendezvous is great for guests looking for character and affordability in their Palm Springs hotel. It's part bed and breakfast, and part 1950s roadside motel, but with up-to-date amenities. The small staff does its best to make guests feel at home really delivers on the details. Those who want to explore the area, or who are just looking for a place with personality away from the resort crowds, will appreciate many of the perks here.
The 10-room Palm Springs Rendezvous is great for guests looking for character and affordability in their Palm Springs hotel. It's part bed and breakfast, and part 1950s roadside motel, but with up-to-date amenities. The small staff does its best to make guests feel at home really delivers on the details. Those who want to explore the area, or who are just looking for a place with personality away from the resort crowds, will appreciate many of the perks here.
The Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is on a bland business street, a ways from the center of San Diego's action but close to San Diego Bay's maritime attracts. The rooms were updated in 2008 and most have views of either the bay or the city. Common areas underwent renovations in 2015. There's a fitness center, small pool, and hot tub. Business travelers or couples looking to be near the harbor while avoiding touristy bars and shops can check a few boxes here, but those looking for more nightlife should look closer to Fifth Avenue or the Gaslamp Quarter. Alternatively, the nearby Four Points by Sheraton San Diego Downtown or the stylish Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy are both significantly cheaper and fully renovated.
The Best Western Plus Bayside Inn is on a bland business street, a ways from the center of San Diego's action but close to San Diego Bay's maritime attracts. The rooms were updated in 2008 and most have views of either the bay or the city. Common areas underwent renovations in 2015. There's a fitness center, small pool, and hot tub. Business travelers or couples looking to be near the harbor while avoiding touristy bars and shops can check a few boxes here, but those looking for more nightlife should look closer to Fifth Avenue or the Gaslamp Quarter. Alternatively, the nearby Four Points by Sheraton San Diego Downtown or the stylish Porto Vista Hotel in Little Italy are both significantly cheaper and fully renovated.
The four-pearl Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego includes 1,628 guest rooms and suites on the San Diego Bay, near the Seaport Village Shopping Center and the San Diego Convention Center. The property has an impressive, elegant lobby -- and spacious rooms and suites with some stunning views of the water. Rooftop pools, Kin Spa, and several restaurants draw families and couples, though the fees for parking and Wi-Fi can add up. Check out the similarly priced Hotel Solamar for a more happening Gaslamp Quarter location.
The four-pearl Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego includes 1,628 guest rooms and suites on the San Diego Bay, near the Seaport Village Shopping Center and the San Diego Convention Center. The property has an impressive, elegant lobby -- and spacious rooms and suites with some stunning views of the water. Rooftop pools, Kin Spa, and several restaurants draw families and couples, though the fees for parking and Wi-Fi can add up. Check out the similarly priced Hotel Solamar for a more happening Gaslamp Quarter location.
The touristy Old Town area gets a lot of traffic, but this mission-style hotel is also surrounded by parks, and its sprawling layout on a hillside keeps it above the fray. Shops and restaurants are within walking distance, and the neighborhood is filled with character, with such sights as the historic Whaley House Museum, among other old, original Spanish buildings. The large rooms have great Southwest character, though their layout is peculiar and the bathrooms are too small. The grounds of the Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town are big and beautiful -- but be prepared to climb stairs.
The touristy Old Town area gets a lot of traffic, but this mission-style hotel is also surrounded by parks, and its sprawling layout on a hillside keeps it above the fray. Shops and restaurants are within walking distance, and the neighborhood is filled with character, with such sights as the historic Whaley House Museum, among other old, original Spanish buildings. The large rooms have great Southwest character, though their layout is peculiar and the bathrooms are too small. The grounds of the Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town are big and beautiful -- but be prepared to climb stairs.
The 22 rooms at this cliff-side motel are homey, spacious, and all have beautiful views of the Pacific. The inn is conveniently located near the boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz, and offers a continental breakfast every morning as well as free wine and cheese in the afternoon. An outdoor patio and terrace allow for proper relaxation in the California sun.
The 22 rooms at this cliff-side motel are homey, spacious, and all have beautiful views of the Pacific. The inn is conveniently located near the boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz, and offers a continental breakfast every morning as well as free wine and cheese in the afternoon. An outdoor patio and terrace allow for proper relaxation in the California sun.
The Kings Inn doesn’t take pains to hide its retro look, and is even incorporating it into an ongoing remodel. The well-maintained budget property keeps rates low, and has 140 clean rooms, some of which have vintage-style modern furniture. The outdoor heated pool is open year-round, and there are two reasonably priced, kid-friendly restaurants, including the popular Waffle Spot, a funky diner with a big breakfast menu. The hotel is right by Freeway Eight, so light-sleepers may want to request rooms facing the inner courtyard. Otherwise, guests who appreciate the casual 1960s vibe will feel right at home.
The Kings Inn doesn’t take pains to hide its retro look, and is even incorporating it into an ongoing remodel. The well-maintained budget property keeps rates low, and has 140 clean rooms, some of which have vintage-style modern furniture. The outdoor heated pool is open year-round, and there are two reasonably priced, kid-friendly restaurants, including the popular Waffle Spot, a funky diner with a big breakfast menu. The hotel is right by Freeway Eight, so light-sleepers may want to request rooms facing the inner courtyard. Otherwise, guests who appreciate the casual 1960s vibe will feel right at home.
The Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills is a renovated motel property with 86 contemporary-retro style rooms. This hotel's convenient and ultra-walkable location does its best to challenge the idea that travelers need a car to visit Los Angeles. Within a 15-minute walk, guests can find themselves searching for stars on Hollywood Boulevard, shopping at Hollywood and Highland, listening to live music or sipping cocktails at a nearby venue or bar, dining at area hot spots, or taking in the view of the Hollywood sign. The hotel also has an outdoor pool built inside a private courtyard, as well as parking, and it is attached to the ever-popular, late-night Cafe 101 diner. While the rooms certainly aren't as plush as at the higher category W Hotel, the Best Western Plus offers good value with better facilities than nearby independent motels.
The Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills is a renovated motel property with 86 contemporary-retro style rooms. This hotel's convenient and ultra-walkable location does its best to challenge the idea that travelers need a car to visit Los Angeles. Within a 15-minute walk, guests can find themselves searching for stars on Hollywood Boulevard, shopping at Hollywood and Highland, listening to live music or sipping cocktails at a nearby venue or bar, dining at area hot spots, or taking in the view of the Hollywood sign. The hotel also has an outdoor pool built inside a private courtyard, as well as parking, and it is attached to the ever-popular, late-night Cafe 101 diner. While the rooms certainly aren't as plush as at the higher category W Hotel, the Best Western Plus offers good value with better facilities than nearby independent motels.
This 187-room mid-range property is so close to LAX that guests can bypass the 24/7 free shuttle and easily walk to Terminal 1 in about five minutes. Business travelers will appreciate the hotel's proximity to several nearby conference venues and its utilitarian business center. Families and groups can spread out in large adjoining suites. And all guests can hit up the small gym or grab a bite in the Bistro Bar and Restaurant. This property is ideal for long layovers and early or late departures, but those traveling with an animal should check out nearby Sheraton Gateway Hotel, which allows pets.
This 187-room mid-range property is so close to LAX that guests can bypass the 24/7 free shuttle and easily walk to Terminal 1 in about five minutes. Business travelers will appreciate the hotel's proximity to several nearby conference venues and its utilitarian business center. Families and groups can spread out in large adjoining suites. And all guests can hit up the small gym or grab a bite in the Bistro Bar and Restaurant. This property is ideal for long layovers and early or late departures, but those traveling with an animal should check out nearby Sheraton Gateway Hotel, which allows pets.
The budget-friendly 72-room Days Inn Hollywood/Universal Studios has a pool and modern rooms equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. The hotel is within walking distance of Hollywood attractions and nightlife. The hotel draws families, couples, and business travelers on a budget. For more Hollywood luxury, there’s the Loews Hollywood Hotel up the street directly on the Walk of Fame, but at a much higher price point. The Days Inn lacks a fitness center and full restaurant, but does have a pool and free breakfast.
The budget-friendly 72-room Days Inn Hollywood/Universal Studios has a pool and modern rooms equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. The hotel is within walking distance of Hollywood attractions and nightlife. The hotel draws families, couples, and business travelers on a budget. For more Hollywood luxury, there’s the Loews Hollywood Hotel up the street directly on the Walk of Fame, but at a much higher price point. The Days Inn lacks a fitness center and full restaurant, but does have a pool and free breakfast.