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Magic Castle Hotel vs Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza

Both Magic Castle Hotel and Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza are rated highly by professionals. On balance, Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza scores marginally better than Magic Castle Hotel. Omni Los Angeles at California Plaza comes in at #35 in Los Angeles with endorsements from 11 sources like Gayot, Oyster and Fodor's.

Magic Castle Hotel
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
Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
8 / 10
251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
From $99 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The 17-story Omni is in downtown's cultural and business heart, just steps from the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Los Angeles Philharmonic's home, Walt Disney Concert Hall." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 453-room luxury hotel caters largely to business travelers and other adults." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Walk to Walt Disney Concert Hall, MOCA, and other downtown landmarks from this modern hotel in the Financial District."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Fancy, Bunker Hill hotel with plush rooms with internet access, swimming pool and weight room. Adjacent to MOCA and the Music Center."
Time Out Time Out
"Located close to Downtown's growing cultural district, the Omni offers theater and concert packages for those wanting to come here and catch a show or attend a party." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"It is a world away from the spotlights, glittering galas and red carpets that drive the exciting new LA Live complex. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A quintessential big city hotel, this Bunker Hill institution is adjacent to the Museum of Contemporary Art and close to Little Tokyo and Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral."
Zagat Zagat
4.3
""You can walk" to the Staples Center, Convention Center, galleries and restaurants from this "well-located" find "nestled in the middle of Downtown"."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Omni is all buttoned-up business during the week but its lower weekend rates make it an attractive choice for families and culture vultures." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Though this slick downtown property is a business-traveler favorite, it caters to families through the Omni Kids program." Full review
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