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Loews Hollywood HotelvsMagic Castle Hotel
Both Loews Hollywood Hotel and Magic Castle Hotel are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Loews Hollywood Hotel scores marginally higher than Magic Castle Hotel. Loews Hollywood Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 11 reviews including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Loews Hollywood Hotel
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Jetsetter Show All Reviews
1755 N Highland Ave, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028
From $231/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Oscar-night headquarters for the frenzy of participants and paparazzi attending the Academy Awards in the Kodak Theatre next door... shares the same block as two of the city's most famous landmarks." Full review
Fodor's "Part of the massive Hollywood & Highland shopping and entertainment complex, this 20-story Renaissance is at the center of Hollywood's action." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"A large, midrange chain property that draws primarily business travelers, the Loews Hollywood lacks the glitz and glamour that Hollywood connotes." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Managed by Marriott, this art-filled high-rise overlooks Hollywood and Highland."
Rough Guide "The centrepiece of the Hollywood & Highland mall, with arty, boutique-style rooms and suites and a prime location in the heart of Tinseltown."
Star Service "Looking trendier than in the past, this is not a deluxe offering, though it offers solid standards all around; service is a strong point and staff are geared to upper-midrange business travelers." Full review
Gayot "This twenty-story building rises out of the Hollywood & Highland complex, which contains the Dolby Theatre (home to the Academy Awards) and an assortment of shops and restaurants."
BlackBook "Step one: Take over the former Renaissance hotel. Step two: Insert Exhale Spa. Step three: Throw in $25 million for a renovation. Results: A contemporary, 632-room hotel with oodles of style."
Zagat4.2
""Cool, hip and trendy", this "centrally located" former Renaissance Hotel sports excellent rooms with a view of the city or Hills."
Jetsetter "Great-for-families hotel in the middle of the Hollywood action." Full review
Magic Castle Hotel Fodor's
Lonely Planet Oyster DK Eyewitness Gayot
Not For Tourists
The Telegraph Frommer's
7025 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028
From $199/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
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 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 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 "Pennywise travelers love this hotel close to Hollywood action."
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 "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 Telegraph8.0
"A long-time favourite for families vacationing in Hollywood, this amiable hotel is a great bargain for the location." Full review
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
