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Avalon Hotel Beverly HillsvsMagic Castle Hotel

Magic Castle Hotel and Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills are both rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills scores slightly better than Magic Castle Hotel. Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills ranks #28 in Los Angeles with endorsements from 16 reviews including Mr & Mrs Smith, Fodor's and Gayot.

Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
8/10
9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
From $137/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The first style-conscious boutique hotel on the L.A. scene, this mid-20th-century-inspired gem is located in the heart of Beverly Hills." Full review
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If you're a light sleeper, request a room away from the pool area, where the occasional nighttime pool party can get loud.
Concierge Concierge
"These days, the Avalon also includes two newer buildings, and the property's style is a hip homage to mid-century-modern style."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This cool Beverly Hills hot spot has intimately lit cabanas that fringe the curvaceous pool."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A hipster-oriented hotel with cosy rooms and modern furnishings, along with in-room CD players, balconies and internet access (for a fee)."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Hidden down a tree-lined street, this hotel’s three separate buildings are all decorated in quirky, Nixon-era style." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Mediterranean charm abounds at this posh hotel’s restaurant and bar, Oliverio." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Located at South Canon Drive, a half-mile south of Wilshire Boulevard, this hotel sits in a more down-to-earth section of Beverly Hills that contributes to its moderate rates." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"In 1998, Kor Hotel Group took it over and did a complete renovation, creating a hip retro-fifties-style hotel."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Slamming pool scene goes off after work for Beverly Hills happy hours working on getting happier."
Zagat Zagat
4.0
""Step back into '50s Hollywood" at this "fun" Beverly Hills boutique where admirers adore the poolside cabanas, "first-rate" restaurant and "top-notch" bar."
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Magic Castle Hotel
8/10
7025 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028
From $199/night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Close to the action (and traffic) of Hollywood, this former apartment building faces busy Franklin Avenue and is a quick walk to the nearby Red Line stop at Hollywood & Highland." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A charming base of operation with large, modern rooms, exceptional staff and a petite courtyard pool where days start with fresh pastries and gourmet coffee." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Located steps from Hollywood Boulevard, the Magic Castle is a quirky, unpretentious 40-room hotel with simple, spacious rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Pennywise travelers love this hotel close to Hollywood action."
Gayot Gayot
"Single rooms are equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges, while apartment-style suites all have fully equipped kitchens allowing guests to opt for home cooking."
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Sitting at the base of the Hollywood foothills a few blocks behind the world famous Grauman’s Chinese Movie Theatre is the Magic Castle Hotel & Club. Fronted by statues of gargoyles and a..."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A long-time favourite for families vacationing in Hollywood, this amiable hotel is a great bargain for the location." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Well-located for exploring Hollywood on a budget...large rooms, generic but bright and uncluttered, and full-size kitchens. Unexpected touches of luxury include bathrobes and slippers " Full review

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