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Magic Castle HotelvsMondrian Los Angeles Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mondrian Los Angeles Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Magic Castle Hotel. Mondrian Los Angeles Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 89 with accolades from 14 reviews such as Time Out, Gayot and DK Eyewitness.
Magic Castle Hotel
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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
Mondrian Los Angeles Hotel
Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat Show All Reviews
8440 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
From $242/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "It's no longer the center of the universe, but it's still a super-sexy spot that attracts, well, the super-sexy."
Fodor's "A city club attitude pervades at the spendy Mondrian." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Like Ron Burgundy, this elegant tower is staying classy." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The rooms seem an afterthought at New York hotelier Ian Schrager’s celebrity outpost. The Cuban-Asian eatery, pool deck, and hip Sky Bar provide stylish hobnobbing territory."
Travel + Leisure "This fashionable property from the Morgans Hotel Group has endured on West Hollywood’s Sunset Strip since 1996." Full review
Time Out "It still carries a certain amount of star quality, despite several recent changes, not least a redesign by Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz." Full review
Star Service "Rooms facing the front have Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard views, while the preferred units in back have pool views and city views." Full review
Gayot "Though not the fanciest hotel in town, this one is certainly among the hippest."
BlackBook "Rooms may have a little wear and tear, but still a party. Streamlined and modern, with clean colorful lines, baroque flourishes."
Zagat4.3
"This "chichi" West Hollywood star may not be "quite as hip as it used to be", but it's still "full of beautiful people" and remains "visually stunning", with "gorgeous" views of the city."
