Magic Castle HotelvsSunset Marquis
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Magic Castle Hotel scores slightly better than Sunset Marquis. Magic Castle Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with praise from 8 reviewers like Not For Tourists, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Magic Castle Hotel
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 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
"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
Sunset Marquis Show All Reviews
1200 Alta Loma Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
From $290/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"If you're in town to cut your new hit single, you'll appreciate the two on-site recording studios here." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This ultra-deluxe West Hollywood hideaway is a favorite with rock’n’roll royalty such as U2."
Time Out
"This hotel not only offers guests prime location, just off of Sunset Blvd... but also an array of things to do while staying away from the traffic." Full review
Star Service
"For guests who want to be in the midst of the Sunset Boulevard music scene, this is the only game in town." Full review
Gayot
"This Mediterranean-style hideaway is located near the Sunset Strip, and its three-and-a-half acres include lush gardens with fish ponds, exotic birds and tropical foliage."
BlackBook
"Few people who have been hanging around LA since 1963 look this good; posh hotel has had some work done."
Zagat
4.0
""Feel like someone important" at this "totally rock 'n' roll" WeHo boutique, where the service is excellent and the "1960s-style" villas and suites have flat-screen TVs."
Jetsetter
"A stay at Sunset Marquis places you in the heart of West Hollywood, convenient to Whiskey a Go Go and TCL Chinese Theatre. This 4.5-star hotel is close to Dolby Theater and Hollywood..." Full review
National Geographic
"102 clean, contemporary suites and 12 spacious, adobe-roofed villas with a Mediterranean touch and frequent celebrities." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Famous Whiskey Bar on premises, reserved for guests, big names, or talented con artists."