Portofino Inn Burbank
924 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506, Los Angeles, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Portofino Inn Burbank is an unassuming, budget-friendly 2‑star property in Burbank at 924 W Olive Ave. It’s set up like a roadside motel, with rooms opening onto exterior corridors. The hotel holds a public rating of 4/5 based on 450 reviews.
Rooms
Guest rooms feature pillow-top beds with Egyptian cotton linens and dark wood furnishings. Standard in-room amenities include free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, a microwave, a minifridge, and an armchair or sofa. Some rooms and suites add whirlpool tubs.
Breakfast & Basic Services
Free continental breakfast is included. The property also offers free parking and a guest computer in the lobby with internet access.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The inn is a short walk from transit, with the nearest bus stop about 2 minutes away, and it’s about 3.2 miles from Burbank’s Bob Hope Airport. It’s also a 4-minute walk to Nickelodeon Animation Studio. Major nearby attractions include Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood (2.95 km), the Los Angeles Zoo (3.80 km), Universal Studios Hollywood (5.18 km) and Universal CityWalk Hollywood (5.29 km), plus Griffith Park (4.54 km) and Griffith Observatory (6.23 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-minded travelers who want a clean, simple base in Burbank with free parking, free breakfast, and practical in-room basics like a microwave and minifridge. It can also work well for studio- and attraction-focused trips thanks to proximity to Nickelodeon Animation Studio and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood, with Universal Studios Hollywood a short drive away.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to rely on connectivity, consider confirming Wi‑Fi status before arrival, as some guests report outages during their stay. Light sleepers may want to request a quieter room, since reviews mention nighttime noise and occasional disruptions (including filming). With a nearby bus stop and free parking, you can choose between transit and driving for getting around Burbank and Hollywood-area sights.
What guests say
Guests frequently describe the property as clean and straightforward, matching expectations for a basic roadside-style stay. Staff service is a recurring positive, with reviewers calling out polite, helpful front-desk interactions. Location convenience comes up as a plus, including easy access to nearby essentials like pharmacies, gas, and food. Reported drawbacks include noise at night (including thin walls and occasional filming activity), plus occasional maintenance or service hiccups such as a broken ice maker and inconsistent Wi‑Fi. Some guests also mention heating issues and that the breakfast offering can feel minimal.
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