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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City
A hilltop hotel right across from Universal Studios Hollywood featuring spacious rooms and park views.
Exceptional · Deep coverage · read from 26 sources · 227 traveler insights
84
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The hotel provides a convenient base right across the street from Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests regularly highlight the spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and clean bathrooms with powerful showers. However, reviewers consistently complain about high costs on property, including twelve-dollar water bottles and pricey on-site dining. 2024610
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What travelers noticed
- The property is an easy five-to-ten-minute walk across Universal Hollywood Drive to Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk. 3126
- Guest rooms feature spacious layouts, comfortable beds with luxurious bedding, and large windows that provide bright morning light. 2015
- Bathrooms are clean and well-maintained, with guests highlighting the sit-down vanity areas and powerful step-in showers. 122620
- The four elevators are fast and large enough to handle heavy luggage with minimal wait times. drawn from the full read
The catch
- While most guests love the views of Hogwarts Castle and the Hollywood Hills, some feel the hilltop location provides dull views of North Hollywood. 223
- Some visitors find the 34-dollar Sierra Cafe breakfast buffet spectacular, while others consider the on-site dining and 30-dollar pizzas overpriced and underwhelming. 221810
Who it's for
- — Universal Studios Hollywood theme park visitors
- — Guests wanting an easy walk to CityWalk
- — Travelers looking for comfortable beds and park views
Skip it if
- — Budget-conscious travelers avoiding expensive dining and snacks
- — Visitors looking for walkable neighborhood dining beyond the park
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“In an area so close to so many famous tourist spots, it's difficult to find an inexpensive place to stay, even if you ch…”
youtube.com7:16“it has a pretty good location it's pretty close to South Weddington Park 650 M El Paso de Kena Park 1,000 M Universal Ci…”
youtube.com0:37“we also had a great experience with the front desk and the concierge and we loved the breakfast”
youtube.com1:16“all of the staff members were very friendly and helpful our room was excellent The View was great the dining was great t…”
youtube.com1:27“Cleanliness is very important to me. So, of course, one of the biggest things that stood out was that it was very clean.…”
youtube.com4:45“the room is clean and neat the staffs are friendly buffet style breakfast is always a plus”
youtube.com1:49“started with the check-in procedure it was a little bit strange because the app was telling me I had to go to the front…”
youtube.com11:18“and the eggs are fresh they're not powdered they're not liquid they are farm fresh eggs taste pretty good”
youtube.com14:14“our house cleaner Jennifer Hernandez was phenomenal she was so sweet to my kiddo and made sure all of our needs were met…”
youtube.com1:02“I love the digital check-in systems where everything is done on the app no more waiting in the line I can even pick the…”
youtube.com1:54“that breakfast item which was an omulet was 30 bucks with the room service charge it was 48 bucks so the food at this ho…”
youtube.com11:10“over here on this side of the bed there is this nice working desk and I did notice they have pretty much every type of p…”
youtube.com3:59“sausage is pretty good I've had better I've had worse just kind of middle of the road nothing crazy good about it nothin…”
youtube.com14:03“But the hallways are very nice. All very clean. It's like you're on a on a ship.”
youtube.com2:48“But, obviously this is the the beds. Okay, we had two double beds which is really nice, very very comfortable.”
youtube.com4:08“this is our room really nice king-sized bed great views of the park really really sunny we get tons of light in the morn…”
youtube.com11:50“Then we step into the bathroom. So, obviously a big mirror you can wave, like and subscribe. It's very clean, lovely sho…”
youtube.com7:17“And the shower head was very small, but it was a powerful shower. Thoroughly enjoyed it.”
youtube.com8:01“overall, I would the stay was really nice and you are very close to the facilities as well. Literally, I can see it ther…”
youtube.com13:52“first thing we see is this nice step in shower and over here just to the right of that they have a sit down like vanity…”
youtube.com1:09“Right outside these elevators, you will find the coffee corner, which offers most Starbucks beverages and treats for pur…”
youtube.com1:05“The bed was very comfortable and upon request I was able to get some pillows that were feather-free if that's something…”
youtube.com3:38“But, normally these this hotel as it is today is something over $1,000 per night, which is insane.”
youtube.com14:30“let's stop in the bathroom here because everybody goes to the bathroom and this bathroom looks pretty elegant I got to s…”
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Score breakdown
How the 84/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
89read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Food
84read from 12 sources · Solid coverage
Location
94read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “I was pleased with the location of the hotel. In fact, it's currently the closest hotel to Universal Studios Hollywood!” 4
- “with the proximity of this Hotel to Universal Studios it's just amazing they do have a shuttle that'll run you from this hotel two Universal Studios or if you want to walk it's about a 10 to 15 minute walk” 1211:46
Noise
89read from 8 sources · Solid coverage
Room
86read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “our house cleaner Jennifer Hernandez was phenomenal she was so sweet to my kiddo and made sure all of our needs were met she went above and beyond our room was spotless and she was very pleasant we would stay again for sure” 161:02
- “and then I went up to my room as you saw in the room tour earlier just a phenomenal room very comfortable very quiet” 1211:34
Service
85read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Bed & Sleep
88read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “As I said, stayed in last night, had a great sleep. But, let's just do the bed test anyway. Oh. Very comfortable, very nice. I don't know what it is about Hilton hotels. The the the sheets and the bed sheets and the the duvet. So, that's twice now. Very very nice. Just lovely.” 26
- “The bed was very comfortable and upon request I was able to get some pillows that were feather-free if that's something that you require as well.” 23:38
Value
77read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Where it is, how to reach it
555 Universal Hollywood Drive
Los Angeles, California
91608 USA
Details read from tripadvisor.com · checked 2026-08-24
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 6 points below the mid-range median of 90, across 412 hotels in the same bracket. In Los Angeles it sits 5 points below the local median of 89.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 84
- Bracket median
- 90
- Index median
- 90
Based on 412 comparable hotels.
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No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Value
72
Noise
67
Food
64
Room
55
Service
53
Bathroom
43
Location
16
Bed & Sleep
4
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Location15 mentions · 3 filmed
- “In an area so close to so many famous tourist spots, it's difficult to find an inexpensive place to stay, even if you choose to drive a few miles. So, I would say it's fairly priced.” On camera27:16
- “Hilton definitely. You can walk to the park in 10 minutes. It's super convenient to go back to the hotel if you need midday, like to change after getting wet on Jurassic.” 7
- “The upper-middle-range Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City is located in the heart of Los Angeles, just a short walk from Universal Studios Hollywood, making it convenient base for tourists.” 20
- “Across the street from Universal Studios Hollywood, Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City has excellent access to the downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood areas, which makes it popular with business and leisure travelers alike.” 24
- “The Hilton Universal City Hotel is so close to the theme park via the walking path that it will take you less time to walk from the hotel than most guests parking by CityWalk.” 9
- “I stayed once across the street from USH at the Hilton, it was a nice location but pricy (of course)” 8
- “I was pleased with the location of the hotel. In fact, it's currently the closest hotel to Universal Studios Hollywood!” 4
- “Prime location 1 block from Universal Studios Hollywood” 21
- “it has a pretty good location it's pretty close to South Weddington Park 650 M El Paso de Kena Park 1,000 M Universal City Overlook 1 km and also close to attractions like North Weddington Recreation 1.2 km Brier Summit Open Space Preserve 1.8 km renan Canyon north entrance 1.9 km” On camera160:37
- “with the proximity of this Hotel to Universal Studios it's just amazing they do have a shuttle that'll run you from this hotel two Universal Studios or if you want to walk it's about a 10 to 15 minute walk” On camera1211:46
- “It looks fine and would be open to taking the kids here, but our schedule just didn't work out on this trip. You could walk to Universal Studios from the hotel. The video screens in the lobby help show the route, but it's a quick stroll just across the street.” 6
- “Right next to Universal Studios Hollywood, the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City is in a convenient location if you're going to Universal, but otherwise offers very little to guests.” 6
- “The Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City is across Universal Hollywood Drive from Universal Studios Hollywood. It's the closest hotel to Universal Studios and a perfect location for visiting the park.” 3
- “They have a shuttle to Universal but you can walk. Just be prepared there are a lot of steps when walking. It was a good location to tour other areas of LA as well.” 23
- “At one block away from the entrance, it's the closest hotel to the theme park. This alone is ideal for families traveling with small kids who take naps. It's perfect for those who need midday breaks before returning to the park or dinner at CityWalk.” 18
Value18 mentions
- “I've stayed a few times at the Ramada by Wyndham just off I5 in Burbank, it's clean, rates have been good, it's decently kept and they have security that roams the grounds and through the parking area so I felt the family was safe.” 8
- “I paid $290 for my one-night stay at this on-site hotel in February 2023. At that price, you'll get a comfortable room and (probably) a good view - something you can find at many other Hiltons.” 10
- “The Sierra Cafe breakfast buffet is expensive ($34 as of last week), but it is pretty spectacular.” 22
- “Pricey - It can be a little pricey to stay here. I managed to get a good deal (Hilton Honors member) of $282 and $288 on a Monday and Tuesday in September.” 4
- “Only thing is food was extremely expensive. Otherwise nice, clean, easy! While not too far from other hotels, we prefer convenience on vacay!” 8
- “The breakfast buffet was great, it was pricey and I'm glad they it was comped. I would've cried paying those prices 😂” 22
- “The Sierra Cafe breakfast buffet is expensive ($34 as of last week), but it is pretty spectacular. It lacks the quantity of a Vegas buffet, but the actual quality of the food is impeccable.” 22
- “Includes free breakfast. We always have a corner room with universal view which is great but also a bit expensive” 11
- “I stayed at The Garland the time before last and they had good rates, good food on-site with awesome kid-friendly choices, and a pool my kids found fun.” 8
- “I recently stayed at a Marriott in Burbank and I felt it was nice (good rating too) for the price IMO.” 8
- “The price difference between my corner room with a theme park view and a standard room is, on average, less than $40 per night, which felt more than worth it after I saw my room.” 5
- “Only thing is food was extremely expensive. Otherwise nice, clean, easy!” 8
- “I would've cried paying those prices 😂 ahufana • 2 taon ang nakalipas The Sierra Cafe breakfast buffet is expensive ($34 as of last week), but it is pretty spectacular. It lacks the quantity of a Vegas buffet, but the actual quality of the food is impeccable.” 22
- “Only thing is food was extremely expensive.” 8
- “So you're only likely to use that proximity once; ask yourself, is that really worth $300 per night? My guess would be no.” 9
- “Yes. Way overpriced on food. Better off getting food at city walk.” 8
- “While parking is expensive (typical for the area), the unbeatable location and convenience made our visit easier and more relaxing.” 19
- “If it weren't for its location, I'd say there isn't much memorable about the hotel. It's not a good value when using points and the price of food at its venues leaves something to be desired.” 6
Food20 mentions · 3 filmed
- “Room service was available daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. - with a 30-minute window of unavailability from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. during the breakfast-to-lunch transition. We were thankful for it when we needed a late-night snack after the theme park!” 3
- “Illustrious_Towel649 • 2 taon ang nakalipas Breakfast was at the cafe/buffet and had a long line so we skipped it. We had a view of the universal lower lot which was cool but nothing special.” 22
- “I'd be lying if I didn't mention that I wasn't happy. We decided to sit in the Atrium Lounge to wait while snacking on a perfectly-fine satay appetizer paired with a drink.” 18
- “Relax in luxurious digs and enjoy incredible dining just steps from Universal Studios. Read More” 21
- “the room is clean and neat the staffs are friendly buffet style breakfast is always a plus” On camera161:49
- “Despite the hotel being nice, restaurant options are very limited so I would not recommend staying there if you are staying any longer than one night.” 8
- “that breakfast item which was an omulet was 30 bucks with the room service charge it was 48 bucks so the food at this hotel is pretty freaking expensive I I got to tell you about that” On camera1311:10
- “The lobby restaurant and room service are extremely pricey; head to CityWalk instead for an affordable meal.” 25
- “Stayed on the executive level not too long ago-continental breakfast is included, and you can upgrade to the full hot buffet for like $10. Nothing fancy, but it's convenient.” 22
- “Right outside these elevators, you will find the coffee corner, which offers most Starbucks beverages and treats for purchase. Open at 6:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. This was really nice to have even though the hours were limited because if you're heading over to Universal Studios, you can save some time in line for your coffee or tea.” On camera21:05
- “Really, you shouldn't be settling for any dining option at the Hilton when City Walk offers much better variety - and operating hours - just up the hill.” 9
- “The Atrium Lounge with its televisions and offerings is a nice place to unwind with a glass of wine. The food is just okay.” 18
- “I stayed at The Garland the time before last and they had good rates, good food on-site with awesome kid-friendly choices, and a pool my kids found fun.” 8
- “The Sierra Cafe breakfast buffet is expensive ($34 as of last week), but it is pretty spectacular.” 22
- “Fantastic breakfast buffet, including Chinese, Japanese, Latin, English and American favorites” 21
- “The prices here were still quite high, and we quickly hit the limit getting just one breakfast croissant, a bagel, and two pastries.” 6
- “The breakfast croissant was dry and the pastries didn't taste freshly made.” 6
- “I had to wait about thirty minutes from the time I showed up to the time I got my food given the popularity of the place and the speed of the workers.” 6
- “COMPARED TO THE SHERATON Hilton Universal City offers a larger and tastier breakfast buffet.” 18
- “Buffet breakfast happens at the signature restaurant, Cafe Sierra. It is a sizable, perfectly fine buffet with dim sum, fruit, eggs, cereal, various hot items and more.” 18
Room29 mentions · 6 filmed
- “Because of the unique corner layout of the room, the bathroom was one of the largest I've seen in a standard hotel room.” 5
- “We stayed at the Sheraton, next to the Hilton. Although we had a nice big balcony with a beautiful west facing view (sunsets), we didn't spend much of the time in the room, so we didn't really use it.” 22
- “Scottish_Siren78 • 15 araw ang nakalipas This was from our room. This was from our room. We even got a good view of CityWalk.” 11
- “Room service and maintenance requests were prompt and effective.” 3
- “The beds were firm enough but I found the pillows a bit floppy and the bed sheets were paper thin. If you're someone who likes to leave the room a bit on the colder side and then snuggle up warm in the sheets, as is my wont, this is not going to be the place for you.” 6
- “My biggest surprise with this room was the awesome view. I was so excited to see that I got a theme park view of Universal Studios Hollywood.” 2
- “our house cleaner Jennifer Hernandez was phenomenal she was so sweet to my kiddo and made sure all of our needs were met she went above and beyond our room was spotless and she was very pleasant we would stay again for sure” On camera161:02
- “Room 1967. Great view of stuff going on at Hogwarts at night and even see them testing WaterWorld pyro in the morning.” 11
- “Views - I had a fantastic view of the city and Super Nintendo World! I enjoyed watching sunsets/sunrises from my room.” 4
- “The TV in the room was a bit on the smaller side given the overall size of the room. And unfortunately, it didn't allow for pairing with our mobile devices.” 6
- “this is our room really nice king-sized bed great views of the park really really sunny we get tons of light in the morning which was a nice nice feature” On camera1511:50
- “AlValMeow • 2 taon ang nakalipas We stayed at the Sheraton, next to the Hilton. Although we had a nice big balcony with a beautiful west facing view (sunsets), we didn't spend much of the time in the room, so we didn't really use it.” 22
- “We were hoping for a view of Universal Studios Hollywood, but instead, our room faced the freeway and that was basically our view for the entire week. Had we known what to request ahead of time, our stay would have been completely different.” 11
- “The room felt clean and well-maintained, especially the bathroom.” 19
- “The thermostat allowed you to regulate the temperature of the room, and I will say it was pretty quiet as well, which is nice since many hotels the heating and the air conditioning can get kind of loud.” 2
- “It was a weird place to sit but perfect for setting out clothes and bags for the next day. Our room had 2 queen beds that we found comfortable. They had soft leather-tufted headboards.” 3
- “The room itself was nicely furnished. The bed was very comfortable! Everything looked modern and felt very high quality.” 4
- “1 pang reply 1 pang reply Iba pang mga reply Iba pang mga reply Scottish_Siren78 • 15 araw ang nakalipas This was from our room. This was from our room. We even got a good view of CityWalk.” 11
- “The real reason I chose this room was the view, and I was not disappointed. The windows in my corner room spanned the entire length of one wall. When I pulled back the curtains to see if the view was as good as I had hoped, I shrieked with delight.” 5
- “When it comes to the room, the Hilton definitely beats out the Sheraton. Every part of the room offers more space, along with more comfortable beds and showers.” 9
- “Guest rooms were given a refresh 2016, with new carpet and wallpaper, but decor still has a dated look overall.” 20
- “over here on this side of the bed there is this nice working desk and I did notice they have pretty much every type of plugin available on the desk they've got the USBs and then they've got the AC power right there” On camera123:59
- “In the corner of the room is the desk. It would have been nicer if the desk faced the views from the room, since you can't view the TV from the location anyways.” 6
- “Like the lobby, I found our room dim at night. I took all of the room photos in this review with every available light turned on. Natural light kept the room cheery in the daytime, though.” 3
- “and then I went up to my room as you saw in the room tour earlier just a phenomenal room very comfortable very quiet” On camera1211:34
- “And of course, this room was very nice and spacious, which made it very comfortable.” On camera24:40
- “Our room was just around the corner from the elevators, but we never had a problem with noise. This room officially sleeps 4, but it was spacious enough for my family of 5.” 3
- “There was another seating area between the window and a bed, featuring another lamp, chair, and small table. We got a room with a Universal Studios Hollywood view. Yes, we could see Hogwarts from our room - but the windows were dirty.” 3
- “we do have a corner room here at the Universal Hilton this is our view get this nice view of these beautiful trees here we can see them minion right there see the tops of some of the sets there over off this side we can see the top of the Harry Potter World and right directly in front of us is the main entrance to Universal Studios” On camera124:21
Noise9 mentions
- “We booked a 2 Queen room and received one on the seventh floor. Our room was just around the corner from the elevators, but we never had a problem with noise.” 3
- “Rooms are relatively quiet, given their location near major freeways and busy attractions.” 20
- “The luxurious bedding and stunning views of the valley are the best things about the dated guest rooms, which also suffer from noisy plumbing and a lack of USB ports.” 25
- “However, the shower door had to be either open all the way or closed all the way. If we left it halfway open, it would slam itself shut loud and hard. I cringed every time it happened because it was noisy and I worried the glass would shatter.” 3
- “Heard some noise - I heard some children running/yelling one night. Thankfully, they went to bed at a reasonable hour. Also, the more I travel, the more I realize how common it is to hear things. So, this one wasn't bad compared to other places.” 4
- “The Garland is a really great hotel, and they do run free shuttles to Universal in the mornings. I'd definitely recommend that place too. glittersparklythings • 3 taon ang nakalipas • Na-edit 3 taon ang nakalipas I agree it is. Most of the time. Unless they are having an event or wedding then it is really really loud. We could hear it across the street” 17
- “A padded bench under the TV made unpacking luggage easy. We slept well, the king bed was supportive, linens were clean, and noise from the hallway and other rooms was minimal.” 19
- “Anyway, it starts at 10:00 and it's quarter to 10:00 now. This elevator is very fast as well, if you can see. 7 8 9 10 11 It's getting its speed up. You don't feel it. It's good.” 26
- “The beds were very comfortable. Despite being near the freeway, we couldn't hear it nor did we hear our neighbors.” 18
Service26 mentions · 11 filmed
- “all of the staff members were very friendly and helpful our room was excellent The View was great the dining was great thumbs up” On camera161:27
- “555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608 It's the closest hotel to Universal Studios Hollywood. It's a large hotel, so service can feel impersonal.” 18
- “Cleanliness is very important to me. So, of course, one of the biggest things that stood out was that it was very clean. Linens, hight touch surfaces, light switches, carpet, and even usually overlooked dust collecting areas were nice and clean. So, I really appreciated that.” On camera24:45
- “started with the check-in procedure it was a little bit strange because the app was telling me I had to go to the front desk to check in and then when I went to the front desk they said you're already checked in because you did so be the mobile app” On camera1211:18
- “Definitely the Hilton Universal. The W is nice but by comparison the convenience of the Hilton can't be beat.” 7
- “we also had a great experience with the front desk and the concierge and we loved the breakfast” On camera161:16
- “However, the Hilton has a free shuttle to and from the Universal property. This service is completely complimentary and serves not only the Hilton, but the Sherin as well. So, despite the extremely close distance to the park, this convenience is nice when the weather is a little temperamental or if you find the climb up the hill a little steep.” 2
- “I love the digital check-in systems where everything is done on the app no more waiting in the line I can even pick the room myself from the app” On camera161:54
- “sausage is pretty good I've had better I've had worse just kind of middle of the road nothing crazy good about it nothing crazy bad about it” On camera1214:03
- “But, obviously this is the the beds. Okay, we had two double beds which is really nice, very very comfortable.” On camera264:08
- “Service was consistent with what we expected at a Hilton hotel: understated but helpful when we needed it and generally efficient.” 3
- “After a long day at the park, I was ready to put my feet up. Our room wasn't ready when we arrived at the hotel around 4 p.m. (normal check-in time). I'd be lying if I didn't mention that I wasn't happy.” 18
- “Even though we purchased our tickets ahead of time, it was nice knowing the concierge could handle last-minute ticketing or recommendations.” 19
- “We are at toothsome and service was slow but food was good Lynniev1029 • 2 taon ang nakalipas We stayed at the Hilton in October of 2022. We stayed at the Hilton in October of 2022. The view is nice but it could be better.” 22
- “With the younger ones it might not be the best place, but they have (2) free Margaritas per person between 3-4pm. Decently priced too overall.” 8
- “But the hallways are very nice. All very clean. It's like you're on a on a ship.” On camera262:48
- “overall, I would the stay was really nice and you are very close to the facilities as well. Literally, I can see it there. We just need to work out where the entrance is, whether they you know, whether they're going to pick us up from the hotel or we can just kind of like walk there.” On camera2613:52
- “I asked the front desk to find us a different room which they did. The staff member upgraded our breakfast to full (only continental breakfast is complimentary with my elite status) and put us in an available upgraded room. Problem solved.” 18
- “At the time, self-parking is $40/day, and valet is $50/day. We made our way over to the front desk, where we were quickly assisted.” 6
- “W isn't a bad hotel, but it's in a really dirty and gross part of Hollywood.” 7
- “I would say the rooms are very well insulated and of a generous size, which is nice.” 18
- “The front desk agent gave me a friendly welcome and thanked me for my Diamond status.” 3
- “A (busy) but helpful concierge team will help you organize a day at Universal Studios Hollywood or other things to do in Los Angeles with kids or without.” 18
- “what else to say the staff is really friendly” On camera1312:07
- “The front desk staff also explained: how to access the Universal shuttle walking directions to the park The process was quick, friendly, and efficient.” 19
- “really nice elevators too really big inside to fit lots of luggage we never had an issue with that” On camera1510:15
Bathroom15 mentions · 5 filmed
- “Water pressure was solid, and there were no mildew, mold, or drainage issues during our stay.” 19
- “Modern bathrooms are a highlight. There's excellent lighting, tan marble vanities and floors, and they contain shower/tub combos, hairdryers, and Peter Thomas Roth products.” 20
- “And the shower head was very small, but it was a powerful shower. Thoroughly enjoyed it.” On camera268:01
- “The bathroom was also generously-sized.” 18
- “The toilet handle wasn't working, so we couldn't flush it. Maintenance arrived ready to plunge the toilet - not necessary - but once I clarified the problem, he was back within minutes with the right tool for the job and got it fixed.” 3
- “The room felt clean and well-maintained, especially the bathroom.” 19
- “Then we step into the bathroom. So, obviously a big mirror you can wave, like and subscribe. It's very clean, lovely shower curtains, amenities like hair dryers, and plenty of towels as well.” On camera267:17
- “first thing we see is this nice step in shower and over here just to the right of that they have a sit down like vanity area” On camera121:09
- “The bathroom was functional, but had a bit of a dated feel to it (like much of the hotel).” 6
- “The designers of the shower really should have staggered the tiles on the wall to create more of a dynamic look. As it is, it feels very blocky. To go with it, the water pressure in the shower is fairly weak, and the tub cannot hold water (the stopper in our room was broken).” 6
- “The bathroom was spacious with a full-length mirror on the back of the door and a magnifying mirror on the vanity.” 2
- “the bathroom is elegant I freaking love the bathroom here that's a weird thing to say but the bathroom is very nice in my room” On camera1310:15
- “The bathroom, just to the left of the entry door, was spacious, with a shower, sink, and toilet.” 3
- “The bathroom was one of the cleaner ones we've had in LA hotels.” 19
- “let's stop in the bathroom here because everybody goes to the bathroom and this bathroom looks pretty elegant I got to say” On camera134:08
View5 mentions
- “Higher floors have better city and park views, and we enjoyed looking out toward the Hollywood Hills and Universal's attractions.” 19
- “Stayed at the Hilton last June with a view of the park. It's all subjective of course, but we loved the view of not only the park, but also the mountains in the distance.” 22
- “The green side rooms (8) have a view of the far side of the park, so you would see the minion and a far view of Nintendo world (this is honestly not a good view, one year I switched to this side thinking it was another park view).” 11
- “Units are bright and have large windows, many of which offer panoramic views of Universal Studios, the Hollywood Hills, or the Los Angeles skyline.” 20
- “[na-delete] • 2 taon ang nakalipas The hotel rooms are old and small but it's the only place I'll stay when visiting universal. We like the park view (floor 12 or higher). I find it more exciting than the freeway.” 22
Bed & Sleep4 mentions · 2 filmed
- “The bed was very comfortable and upon request I was able to get some pillows that were feather-free if that's something that you require as well.” On camera23:38
- “A padded bench under the TV made unpacking luggage easy. We slept well, the king bed was supportive, linens were clean, and noise from the hallway and other rooms was minimal.” 19
- “I like how much space I have and the bed feels really soft to be honest” On camera135:09
- “As I said, stayed in last night, had a great sleep. But, let's just do the bed test anyway. Oh. Very comfortable, very nice. I don't know what it is about Hilton hotels. The the the sheets and the bed sheets and the the duvet. So, that's twice now. Very very nice. Just lovely.” 26
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- 1Hotel Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, USAtrivago.comReview siteDate not statedRead originaltrivago.com
- 2Best places to stay near Universal Studios Hollywood / The ...youtube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only9 quotes used
“In an area so close to so many famous tourist spots, it's difficult to find an inexpensive place to stay, even if you choose to drive a few miles. So, I would say it's fairly priced.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 3Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City [In-Depth Hotel Review]upgradedpoints.comReview siteDate not stated18 quotes used
“Room service was available daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. - with a 30-minute window of unavailability from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. during the breakfast-to-lunch transition. We were thankful for it when we needed a late-night…”
Read originalupgradedpoints.com - 4Hilton LA/Universal City Hotel Review - Laughing Lindsaylaughinglindsay.comReview siteDate not stated9 quotes used
“Pricey - It can be a little pricey to stay here. I managed to get a good deal (Hilton Honors member) of $282 and $288 on a Monday and Tuesday in September.”
Read originallaughinglindsay.com - 5The Hilton Los Angeles Universal City - Hotelthepointsguy.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
“Because of the unique corner layout of the room, the bathroom was one of the largest I've seen in a standard hotel room.”
Read originalthepointsguy.com - 6Review: Hilton Los Angeles/Universal Cityfoodwadatravel.comReview siteDate not stated13 quotes used
“The beds were firm enough but I found the pillows a bit floppy and the bed sheets were paper thin. If you're someone who likes to leave the room a bit on the colder side and then snuggle up warm in the sheets, as is my w…”
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