The Garland

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Star rating

King Room
Deluxe Room
Pool Bar
The Front Yard Bar
The Front Yard Dining Area
Courtyard
The Front Yard Fire Pit
Cinema Room
Dive-in Movies by the Pool
The Store
The Front Yard Restaurant
The Front Yard Patio
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King Room
Deluxe Room
Pool Bar
The Front Yard Bar
The Front Yard Dining Area
Courtyard
The Front Yard Fire Pit
Cinema Room
Dive-in Movies by the Pool
The Store
The Front Yard Restaurant
The Front Yard Patio

The hotel

Set in seven leafy acres, and with a 50-year tradition of serving guests, The Garland is relaxing, family friendly, and doesn’t skimp on style. Take in its relaxed retro vibe and comfy style. Eating at the restaurant here is, as they say, like an evening at an old friend's house. Request a table out on the deck for dining amongst the trees and plants, catch up over a drink in a cosy booth in the lounge or grab a seat at the bar. Check out the weekly programme of activities too — you could join a guided walk, watch a film by the pool or enjoy some complimentary wine tasting. All this, just minutes from LA’s hotspots. As a Preferred Hotel Partner of Universal Studios Hollywood℠, you’re just a free shuttle ride from the parks, so don't forget to purchase your park tickets too for the ride(s) of your life!

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In North Hollywood, just minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood℠. Less than 10 minutes drive to the Walk of Fame and a bit further to Beverly Hills. Transfer time from Los Angeles International Airport: 30 minutes (depending on traffic).

Hotel information

257 room and suites. All with a private balcony, air-conditioning, 37" flat-screen TV with access to streaming apps, fridge, bathroom amenities, in-room safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, complimentary WiFi, hairdryer, iron and board (on request). All rooms and balconies are non-smoking.

Deluxe Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Complimentary shuttle service to Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal CityWalk® and Los Angeles Metro Red Line Station. Self-parking $33, valet parking $37, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

The Front Yard restaurant with an expansive outdoor patio (Californian cuisine). The Front Yard lounge bar (with daily happy hours). Lobby bar.

Dive-in movies. Seasonal entertainment programme including live music in the courtyard, wine tasting, yoga classes and bottomless brunches*.

Outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi and sun deck. Fitness centre. Outdoor courtyard with foosball and board games.

Room service*. Business centre. Boutique shop with locally crafted gifts. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary safe at front desk. Complimentary WiFi.

The LA Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance Fee is a new tax recently introduced by the City of Los Angeles. It is $9 per day plus tax, payable locally and subject to change.

Environmental Sustainability fee of $1.75 payable locally and subject to change.

*Denotes local charge.


Please note: guests under the age of 18 will require a waiver to completed by their guardian upon check-in.

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Jun 28, 2025 scottesandiego San Diego, California

My wife and I went for a couples weekend, and were in the 5th floor of the "Portola" building. Convenient access from the parking lot, and super easy to get the lobby, bar, and restaurant. The drinks at the lobby bar were tasty, and everyone at The Garland was very friendly and helpful. But. :-) The noise from the freeway (steps away from the… Read more
My wife and I went for a couples weekend, and were in the 5th floor of the "Portola" building. Convenient access from the parking lot, and super easy to get the lobby, bar, and restaurant. The drinks at the lobby bar were tasty, and everyone at The Garland was very friendly and helpful. But. :-) The noise from the freeway (steps away from the aforementioned convenient parking lot) was impressive. With the sliding door closed and the curtains pulled, and the AC running...it still sounded like cars were going to run through our room at any minute. It. Was. Loud. The AC worked well, however - the fixed vents blowing directly at the bed meant whomever slept on the "window side" of the bed also got frostbite and a dry nose from cold air blowing directly on their face and body. Not great. The $39/day self-parking (or more if you want to valet) seems pretty steep, especially since there's no Tesla Destination chargers or the like...just pay-for Blink network chargers, and covered-by-trees parking spots. All that said, the pool area was hoppin' with lots of kids and families enjoying it (not our thing, but we're happy to see others happy), and the overall grounds were nice. Getting in and out of the parking lot has a light (albeit an hard left-turn to make if coming from one directly, but not a big deal), and it's pretty close to Griffith Park, Universal Studios, and other LA "stuff". The on-site restaurant food was convenient and good, but small portions for the price. Read less
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Jun 22, 2025 joelM1163PU

This is my second trip to the Garland (albeit the last time was in 2016) and it did not disappoint. Firstly this is a chic hotel, really styled nicely with a lovely all round vibe. The main upgrade from my last trip appeared to have been in room electronics e.g. coffee machine and new TVs.- having said that, that isn't a disappointment - I think… Read more
This is my second trip to the Garland (albeit the last time was in 2016) and it did not disappoint. Firstly this is a chic hotel, really styled nicely with a lovely all round vibe. The main upgrade from my last trip appeared to have been in room electronics e.g. coffee machine and new TVs.- having said that, that isn't a disappointment - I think it's more impressive to keep this hotel looking amazing considering the decor. The food at the hotel and next door at the restaurant was excellent, always prompt - great service and very reasonably priced. The pool area is probably one of the standout elements of this hotel, I could never fault it. Plenty of loungers and towels - as well as a great bar area. Rooms are excellent and large - brilliant air con. Two major things of note for me - 1. The staff are phenomenal, the management should be incredibly proud of the people they have working for them - they were always friendly and couldn't do enough for you. 2. The free bus to Universal is excellent, it's so fun and reliable. Takes roughly about 45mins from the airport and took about 30mins to get to Santa Monica in an Uber - there is collection of restaurants, a Starbucks and a grocery store about 10min walk away as well. Read less
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Jun 11, 2025 tjbre Newburyport, Massachusetts

Chris I where here for our nephews wedding, (Vineland) staff where all great, a lot to do in this area, Warner brother’s, universal studios (get the VIP pass with tour guide, private 6 hr tour of the area just to name a few. 5 day stay great. Back yard restaurant for breakfast and dinner very nice setting, pool bar and pool were nice
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Jun 9, 2025 Global34159213524 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Safe 20 minutes walk from Universal. Only downside is $35 Parking. We got a complimentary upgrade to a suite which was beautiful. The standard rooms are ok. Ask to be on floor 2 as a minimum otherwise you will either be on the ground or basement level. The restaurant was excellent too.
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Jun 3, 2025 GavinAustin02 Memphis, Tennessee

The Garland was amazing! Every detail of the hotel was perfect! The employees were polite and friendly, and the house keeping was amazing!! Every day when we came back from a long day of site-seeing, it was like checking in to a new, clean room every day!! It was amazing, and the best I've ever seen! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!