Glen Capri Burbank Universal

6700 San Fernando Rd, Glendale, CA 91201, Los Angeles, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.3 / 5

Overview

Glen Capri Burbank Universal is a 3-star, low-rise, budget-leaning motel-style property in Glendale, Los Angeles, about a half-mile from Interstate 5. Its 1960s-style facade and neon “Motel” sign are a local visual hallmark that has appeared in dozens of films. Public ratings sit at 3.3/5 from 606 reviews, reflecting a mixed guest experience.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are accessed via exterior corridors and are described as straightforward, with basic bedding and furnishings. In-room features include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and microwaves. Suites add extra space with kitchens and/or sitting areas with pull-out sofas, and some guests highlight rooms with a full-size Jacuzzi tub and king bed.

Parking

On-site parking is included as a free perk, which can be a practical advantage for drivers exploring the Glendale–Burbank–Hollywood area. Other on-property amenities are not documented in the provided information.

Dining Nearby

A coffee shop and hookah lounge sits next to the hotel and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guest experiences include hearty breakfast-style plates (such as eggs, bacon, potatoes, coffee, and fruit), suggesting convenient nearby dining without needing to drive far.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The hotel is well-positioned for major Los Angeles attractions: the Los Angeles Zoo is about 2.5 km away, and Griffith Park is roughly 3.8 km away, with the Hollywood Sign (~4.8 km) and Griffith Observatory (~5.8 km) also close by. Universal Studios Hollywood and the Universal Studio Tour are about 6.5 km away, and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is about 4.4 km away. Hollywood venues like the Hollywood Bowl (~7.7 km), Hollywood Walk of Fame (~8.3 km), and TCL Chinese Theatre (~8.7 km) are within a straightforward drive; downtown museums and concert venues such as LACMA (~13.3 km), Walt Disney Concert Hall (~13.4 km), and The Broad (~13.5 km) are farther but still accessible by car.

Best for

This property best suits budget-minded travelers who want a simple base near Griffith Park, the Los Angeles Zoo, Universal Studios Hollywood, and studio tours in Burbank/Hollywood. It can work well for drivers who value free on-site parking and in-room basics like WiFi, a minifridge, and a microwave. Travelers expecting consistently high standards should note the mixed public rating and review themes around cleanliness and deposit disputes.

Travel tips

If you’re driving, the location about a half-mile from I‑5 makes it easy to reach Griffith Park, Universal Studios Hollywood (~6.5 km), and Hollywood attractions (~8–9 km). Plan to visit Griffith Park and the Los Angeles Zoo (about 2.5 km away) earlier in the day to avoid peak traffic when heading toward Hollywood. If booking a suite or a room type like the Jacuzzi/king option, confirm the exact room features in advance since room configurations vary.

What guests say

Guests often mention value for the area and note friendly staff in some stays. Some reviews highlight specific room features such as a king bed and a full-size Jacuzzi tub, and nearby breakfast options next door are noted positively. Negative themes in the excerpts center on cleanliness concerns and dissatisfaction with customer service. Several guests also report disputes involving security deposits and deductions, which contributes to the property’s mixed overall rating.

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