Best Western Pasadena Royale Inn & Suites
3600 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, Los Angeles County, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Best Western Pasadena Royale Inn & Suites is an unpretentious, 2-star hotel in Los Angeles County at 3600 E Colorado Blvd in Pasadena. It has a public rating of 4.1/5 based on 680 reviews. The property is positioned less than a mile from I-210, making it a practical base for Pasadena-area trips with easy freeway access.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are straightforward and equipped with free high-speed internet, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas for extra space. Guest feedback frequently highlights clean rooms and comfortable beds, while some reviews note that certain suites feel dated and that in-room climate control may be limiting.
Breakfast & Parking
Continental breakfast is included with the stay, and complimentary parking is provided. Reviews commonly describe the breakfast as a strong point, mentioning variety including hot items and fresh-cut fruit. Some guests also mention that parking can feel hectic at times.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site amenities include an outdoor pool and a hot tub for downtime between outings. Other amenities are not documented in the provided information.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is convenient to Pasadena attractions and day trips into central Los Angeles. Nearby points of interest include Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden (2.3 km), Santa Anita Park (2.9 km), and The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens (4.0 km). It’s also within reach of Old Pasadena (6.8 km), Mission San Gabriel Arcángel (6.2 km), the Norton Simon Museum (7.7 km), the Gamble House (7.8 km), Kidspace Children's Museum (8.2 km), and Rose Bowl Stadium (8.6 km), with downtown LA venues like Walt Disney Concert Hall (18.9 km) and The Broad (19.0 km) farther out.
Best for
This hotel fits value-focused travelers who want a straightforward Pasadena base close to I-210, with free breakfast, free parking, and in-room conveniences like a minifridge and coffeemaker. It also suits guests who plan to spend days out at major nearby gardens and museums (Arboretum, Huntington, Old Pasadena) and return for a pool/hot-tub break. Suite seekers who want a separate living area may like the layout, though some guests feel certain suites need updating.
Travel tips
Because the property is less than a mile from I-210, having a car can make it easier to reach the Rose Bowl (about 8.6 km) and Old Pasadena (about 6.8 km), as well as downtown LA museums and concert halls roughly 19 km away. If you’re driving, plan extra time for arrival/parking logistics, as guests sometimes describe the parking situation as hectic. For garden-focused days, the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden (about 2.3 km) and The Huntington (about 4.0 km) are among the closest major outings.
What guests say
Guests commonly describe the hotel as quiet, with friendly staff and clean rooms. Breakfast is repeatedly mentioned as a highlight, with good variety and options that can include hot items and fresh fruit. Comfort is often noted positively, particularly the beds. Negative themes are less frequent but include occasional complaints about parking feeling hectic, some rooms or suites needing updates, and at least one report of limited A/C temperature settings and an uncomfortable stay.
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