Brand Plaza Hotel

339 1/2 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203, Los Angeles, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.9 / 5

Brand Plaza Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Glendale, set at 339 1/2 N Brand Blvd in the Los Angeles area. It’s positioned on Brand Boulevard near a cluster of local dining options, with guests specifically noting a Porto’s bakery on the same block alongside other restaurants. Rooms are commonly described as compact, but comfortable enough for short stays for two people. Guest feedback also points to a filtered water dispenser available in the lobby. The building is noted as older and, importantly, it does not have an elevator, so stairs are part of the experience. From this base you’re within reach of major LA attractions such as the Los Angeles Zoo (about 3.0 km), Griffith Park (about 3.9 km), Griffith Observatory (about 5.5 km), and Universal Studios Hollywood (about 9.1 km).

Best for

This hotel is best suited to travelers who prioritize a Glendale/Brand Boulevard address with quick access to Griffith Park-area sights and nearby eateries over spacious rooms. It can work well for short getaways for one or two people who are comfortable using stairs, since the property is noted as having no elevator.

Travel tips

If you’re sensitive to sound, plan accordingly: reviews mention limited soundproofing and significant noise, particularly given the hotel’s older construction. Pack light if possible, as the property is described as having no elevator and you may need to carry luggage up stairs. For sightseeing, the closest major draws include the Los Angeles Zoo (~3.0 km) and Autry Museum of the American West (~2.4 km), with Hollywood and Downtown LA venues a longer drive away.

What guests say

Guests often describe the hotel as clean and well maintained, with rooms that are small but generally comfortable for short stays. The Brand Boulevard location is a recurring plus, especially the walkable access to nearby restaurants and a well-known bakery on the same block. Several negatives come up in the excerpts: the building is described as older with little to no soundproofing, and noise is a common complaint. Service and value perceptions are mixed, with some reviewers calling it overpriced and expressing dissatisfaction with staff responsiveness. The lack of an elevator is a notable practical issue, though some guests view the stairs as manageable.

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