Old Pasadena, CA

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Old Pasadena
Old Pasadena
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Old Pasadena which includes signage
Old Pasadena

The historic center of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.

Old Pasadena is the first commercial center of Pasadena. Dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants and shop for handmade jewelry, vintage items and boutique clothing. Old Pasadena also has an energetic nightlife scene, with popular bars and music venues.

See many restored historic buildings in the Old Pasadena Historic District. Explore a Victorian-era castle, built over 100 years ago. Take a short walk to a large park, featuring activities for children and free summer concerts.

Organize a self-guided tour of the Castle Green, a nationally registered historic monument. This castle was built in the late 19th century and is regarded as the historic centerpiece of Old Pasadena. Join the December Holiday Tour to appreciate the fascinating architecture with sounds of carols and tastes of holiday treats.

Shop for high-quality fashionable clothing in Old Pasadena. This area is known for its vintage items, watches, antiques and furnishings. Have your hair done or get a manicure at one of the area’s beauty salons. Dress up for dinner and select from a range of excellent restaurants, serving local and international cuisine.

Book a walking architectural tour and see the old Santa Fe Station, the former Green Hotel and Central Park. Learn about many historic buildings, including St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church. The Old Town is now considered a National Register Historic District.

Explore Old Pasadena’s Central Park, a historic park and popular walking area. Visit nearby Memorial Park where, in the summer, you can listen to free weekly concerts for adults and children in the Levitt Pavilion for Performing Arts.

The Metro Gold Line light rail connects Old Pasadena with downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, find Old Pasadena about 27 miles (43 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport.

Old Pasadena is an important historic center in the Californian city and highly regarded for its shopping, dining and visitor attractions.

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citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

4 out of 5
361 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
$119 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,935 reviews)
Room was very clean, very compact space but well thought out layout. No view but very quiet room. I just needed a comfortable clean place to stay the night and this was perfect. Only issue, no cups to be found anywhere and breakfast not included.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

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Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
$153 nightly
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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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,214 reviews)
The room was really clean. We were missing the remote and they brought one up right away and made sure it was working before they left. We were greeted with a hello any time we saw staff in the lobby. Everybody working was really friendly. We’ve stayed here before and have always had a really good ...

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

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Loews Hollywood Hotel

Loews Hollywood Hotel

4 out of 5
1755 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
$254 nightly
The price is $295 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
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9/10 Wonderful! (4,696 reviews)
Milo out front is a stellar team member. All of the staff was great. Hotel was clean and orderly, location is good. Breakfast buffet was excellent.

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Biltmore Los Angeles

Biltmore Los Angeles

4 out of 5
506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
$165 nightly
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8.4/10 Very Good! (3,175 reviews)
This was such a beautiful hotel. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Parking was a little rough, but honestly that seems to be just the California norm.

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The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
$200 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
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8.8/10 Excellent! (2,833 reviews)
Great quiet room :-) comfy bed but mattress slides a little bit off But nice working A/C and super fast room service and very clean room.

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Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX

2 out of 5
5101 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
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Stay at this motel in Inglewood. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
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Room was spotless. Nice and quiet place. Great security including elevator

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