The Garland

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Virgin rating

King Room
Deluxe Room
Pool Bar
The Front Yard Bar
The Front Yard Dining Area
Courtyard
The Front Yard Fire Pit
Cinema Room
Dive-in Movies by the Pool
The Store
The Front Yard Restaurant
The Front Yard Patio
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King Room
Deluxe Room
Pool Bar
The Front Yard Bar
The Front Yard Dining Area
Courtyard
The Front Yard Fire Pit
Cinema Room
Dive-in Movies by the Pool
The Store
The Front Yard Restaurant
The Front Yard Patio

The hotel

Set in seven leafy acres, and with a 50-year tradition of serving guests, The Garland is relaxing, family friendly, and doesn’t skimp on style. Take in its relaxed retro vibe and comfy style. Eating at the restaurant here is, as they say, like an evening at an old friend's house. Request a table out on the deck for dining amongst the trees and plants, catch up over a drink in a cosy booth in the lounge or grab a seat at the bar. Check out the weekly programme of activities too — you could join a guided walk, watch a film by the pool or enjoy some complimentary wine tasting. All this, just minutes from LA’s hotspots. As a Preferred Hotel Partner of Universal Studios Hollywood℠, you’re just a free shuttle ride from the parks, so don't forget to purchase your park tickets too for the ride(s) of your life!

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In North Hollywood, just minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood℠. Less than 10 minutes drive to the Walk of Fame and a bit further to Beverly Hills. Transfer time from Los Angeles International Airport: 30 minutes (depending on traffic).

Hotel information

257 room and suites. All with a private balcony, air-conditioning, 37" flat-screen TV with access to streaming apps, fridge, bathroom amenities, in-room safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, complimentary WiFi, hairdryer, iron and board (on request). All rooms and balconies are non-smoking. Deluxe Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

  • Booking Bonus: Receive a $100 resort credit per room per stay for travel between 11 Oct '24 - 12 Jun '25 and 1 Sep '25 – 18 Dec '25,  when staying a minimum of 4 nights, book by 31 Mar ’25. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply.

Complimentary shuttle service to Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal CityWalk® and Los Angeles Metro Red Line Station. Self-parking $33, valet parking $37, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

The Front Yard restaurant with an expansive outdoor patio (Californian cuisine). The Front Yard lounge bar (with daily happy hours). Lobby bar.

Dive-in movies. Seasonal entertainment programme including live music in the courtyard, wine tasting, yoga classes and bottomless brunches*. 

Outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi and sun deck. Fitness centre. Outdoor courtyard with foosball and board games. 

Room service*. Business centre. Boutique shop with locally crafted gifts. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary safe at front desk. Complimentary WiFi.

The LA Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance Fee is a new tax recently introduced by the City of Los Angeles. It is $9 per day plus tax, payable locally and subject to change. 


Environmental Sustainability fee of $1.75 payable locally and subject to change. 

*Denotes local charge.


Please note: guests under the age of 18 will require a waiver to completed by their guardian upon check-in. 

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Jan 15, 2025 stuartsteinberg Los Angeles, California

We have stayed here many times. As a former California resident, this is like home away from home. With clean rooms and responsive knowledgeable staff, the hotel is very conveniently located. Also highly recommend The Front Yard restaurant. It is a don't miss experience!
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Jan 14, 2025 sarah247780 Halifax, United Kingdom

3rd stop of our USA trip and this hotel is by far the best one I’ve probably ever stayed in, staff so friendly and always ready to help, on our first night little issue with room noise they couldn’t do enough to rectify that gave us a family suite which is just wow and a $100 restaurant credit, rooms were spotless the beds are by far the comfiest… Read more
3rd stop of our USA trip and this hotel is by far the best one I’ve probably ever stayed in, staff so friendly and always ready to help, on our first night little issue with room noise they couldn’t do enough to rectify that gave us a family suite which is just wow and a $100 restaurant credit, rooms were spotless the beds are by far the comfiest I’ve slept in while on holiday, the laundry room was a big hit too after 10 days in the USA,this place has an outside tv to watch around the pool and a cinema room! 2 hot tubs we spent most our evenings in, food is great also would definitely return! Thanks for an incredible stay. Read less
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Jan 11, 2025 KatieAlexandra_12 Leigh-on Sea, United Kingdom

We stayed at the Garland in August 24' as part of our honeymoon trip around the USA. The hotel had been suggested to us by Virgin Holidays, and from looking online we felt this was a good choice. STAFF Upon arrival, reception staff were welcoming and asked us about our stay - we were asked if we wanted to upgrade (for a cost) as we were on our… Read more
We stayed at the Garland in August 24' as part of our honeymoon trip around the USA. The hotel had been suggested to us by Virgin Holidays, and from looking online we felt this was a good choice. STAFF Upon arrival, reception staff were welcoming and asked us about our stay - we were asked if we wanted to upgrade (for a cost) as we were on our honeymoon but we declined. I would say that if someone is celebrating something such as a honeymoon, birthday or anniversary that it would be nice to be offered something complimentary rather than be asked for extra money. LOCATION We also realised the hotel is quite far from the centre (although not too far from the metro but LA public transport isn't the best) - we should have checked on the location rather than just trusting our holiday planner; this meant for the duration of our stay we mostly relied on Lyft and Uber which do add up - so keep this in mind. One good element of the location of the hotel is that it is very close to Universal, and there is a free shuttle bus between the two - on one of the days, the driver dropped us off at the Metro - which we really appreciated (which is next to Universal) and let us know that we could be picked-up from here too if we called the reception. FOOD When we asked about food options as it was late in the day when we arrived and we had just flown in from SF; we were told we could eat at the pool bar or restaurant onsite (which is a public restaurant). After quickly dropping our things off in the room we decided to eat at the pool bar as it was a nice night. As we went to order we were told that the kitchen was closed and we would not be able to order - this was a little frustrating as we were tired from travelling - however, luckily, the restaurant has space for us where we ordered a flat bread each; food was nice but quite over priced (to be somewhat expected in LA I suppose) - staff were friendly and service was quick. ROOM Room was comfortable, clean and well sized. The inclusion of modern amenities like the steamer was useful - the bed was comfy and also a good size. POOL We managed to use the pool once as we had quite a packed itinerary; the pool is rather small and was mostly occupied by children playing, and so not terribly relaxing. There are two hot tubs - one for everyone and one adults only one, which is useful except when the other one is also being used by young children jumping in and out. Whilst this didn't really bother us, if you are looking for a relaxing hotel, I would suggest an adults only one. Overall, whilst we liked our room, and appreciated the closeness to Universal and free shuttle, we would not return as the hotel is just too far out from the main areas of LA. Read less
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Jan 10, 2025 Stay715112

Fabulous hotel, lovely decor, great room, superb restaurant called The Front Yard, and loved the pool area. We will definitely stay again, this is a hidden gem. Great location too and has a Trolley shuttle to Universal. It felt like a resort relaxing holiday hotel with the convenience of the city.
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Dec 12, 2024 ciarxxx England, United Kingdom

This hotel is beautiful. I would definitely recommend my family and friends to stay here if visiting LA. All staff polite and welcoming. The room was cleaned daily. The facilities were spotless. Hope to return again one day. Thank you so much 🙂