Burbank, CA

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Known for its film industry origins, this city features some of California’s best shopping areas, award-winning restaurants and studio tours.

Burbank is home to many of the biggest media companies in the world. Take a studio tour and see costumes, props and sets from famous Hollywood films. Watch a play in a historic theater or discover the city’s bar and nightlife.

Tour the Walt Disney Studios and learn about this significant animation company. Visit a museum dedicated to the history of martial arts. Burbank is close to many Los Angeles attractions, including Warner Bros. Studios, the San Fernando Valley and Downtown Los Angeles.

Visit Burbank Town Center mall for some of the city’s best shopping. On San Fernando Boulevard find numerous retail shops, including record stores, fashion retailers and bookstores. Shop in independent boutiques and vintage stores in Magnolia Park, an upmarket residential and retail district.

Find Warner Bros. Studios just a short drive from Downtown Burbank. Tour the soundstages and backlots where many famous Hollywood films and television shows were made, including Rebel Without a Cause and Pretty Little Liars. Visit the archives, the prop department and many other exclusive areas on a studio tour.

Discover renowned theaters and comedy clubs, including the Victory Theatre Center and the Flappers Comedy Club. Many of these venues are regarded as important parts of the cultural community in Los Angeles. See a new play being developed or watch comedians in an intimate setting.

Dine in celebrity hangouts, including the well-known Bob’s Big Boy Restaurant. Find hip independent cafés in Magnolia Park and upmarket restaurants in the downtown district. You’ll easily find somewhere to relax with the range of bars and wine-tasting rooms on offer.

This famous city is located about 29 miles (47 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport. Alternatively, fly to Bob Hope Airport, just 3 miles (5 kilometers) from Burbank.

With its proximity to some of the world’s most famous film and television studios, you’ll see why Burbank is known as the Media Capital of the World.

Where to stay in Burbank

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Downtown Burbank

4.5/5(350 area reviews)

Downtown Burbank is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colony Theater or rA Organic Spa.

Downtown Burbank
Pastries. Long line. Worth it!

Magnolia Park

4/5(49 area reviews)

While Magnolia Park isn't home to many top sights, Warner Brothers Studio and Los Angeles Equestrian Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Magnolia Park
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
$187 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
$208 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,915 reviews)
"Love the central location, walkable to downtown area. Great for a quick stay, awesome pool and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hotel Burbank
Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport

2 out of 5
2900 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA
$149 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$166 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,675 reviews)
"Property was very close to Burbank Airport and an area that had excellent choices for Restaraunts."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Coast Burbank Hotel

Coast Burbank Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2011 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA
$229 nightly
The price is $254 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$254 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and affordable. Will come back again"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Coast Burbank Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (665 reviews)
"The room was a mini apartment and it was unexpected but absolutely beautiful. I would stay here ten times over!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (151 reviews)
"Make sure you have a charged phone with wifi, or else print your information, there's no one there to help you outside the locked gate, nor is there a person to buzz you in. If you get someone on the phone, they will only send you info to your email or text, not tell you codes on phone, so you need ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
Gilmore One

Gilmore One

4 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Woodley ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"Peaceful"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Gilmore One
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Burbank

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5 - Excellent 38%
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4 - Good 48%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We requested a change of room for our second night and the staff were so helpful in making that happen. The room given to us was more quiet and we got the rest we needed after helping my daughter move out of her apartment.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

its amazing on how many stars came or travel through this town and its very clean too.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was ok. The hotel was kinda far to walk anywhere

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Will steer clear of Portifino next time. But overall we had a blast cause we made the best of it. I highly advise people to steer clear from Portifino Inn

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I LOVE Burbank, and always look forward to my next trip back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We stayed there to visit universal studios

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