The Garland
4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602, Los Angeles, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
The Garland is a 4-star, Mission-style resort hotel set on a 7-acre property just off the 101 freeway in North Hollywood. It’s positioned as an upscale, relaxed base for exploring major Hollywood-area attractions while offering an on-site resort feel. The hotel holds a public rating of 4.5/5 from 2,955 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are designed for an easy, comfortable stay with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, coffeemakers, and private balconies. Suites add extra living space with pull-out sofas and kitchenettes. In-room dining is available for guests who prefer to eat in.
Dining & Lounge
On-site dining includes a restaurant serving modern American cuisine, plus a lounge with a fireplace and a bar. Guest feedback highlights the restaurant experience across multiple meals (including brunch, dinner, and takeaway) and notes standout dishes and sauces.
Amenities & Recreation
Recreation facilities include an outdoor pool, a gym, and a tennis court, along with a courtyard garden with seating areas. The property is also equipped with meeting rooms, supporting events and group needs. Reviews frequently mention the pool area and a lively, resort-like atmosphere.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The Garland is close to major entertainment and sightseeing: Universal Studios Hollywood (1,741 m) and Universal CityWalk (1,761 m) are nearby, and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is about 3,191 m away. Other notable points of interest include the Hollywood Sign (4,588 m), Hollywood Bowl (4,598 m), TCL Chinese Theatre (5,455 m), Hollywood Walk of Fame (6,070 m), Griffith Observatory (7,024 m), Griffith Park (7,007 m), The Grove (8,195 m), LACMA (9,060 m), and The Getty (12,145 m). A free shuttle runs to Universal Studios Hollywood and a nearby metro station.
Best for
This hotel suits theme-park and studio-focused trips thanks to the free shuttle to Universal Studios Hollywood and its proximity to Universal CityWalk and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. It also fits travelers who want a resort-style stay in the city, with an outdoor pool, courtyard garden, and on-site dining and lounge spaces.
Travel tips
Use the free shuttle trolley to Universal Studios Hollywood and the nearby metro station to reduce driving and parking hassles around the major attractions. With the hotel set just off the 101 freeway, it can be a convenient base for reaching Hollywood landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Hollywood Bowl, and TCL Chinese Theatre. Guests also note the option to purchase Universal Studios tickets at the hotel, which can streamline planning.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly emphasize friendly, attentive service, including for events and dining. The on-site restaurant is a standout in reviews, with travelers mentioning strong food quality across multiple meals and takeaway. Rooms are commonly described as clean and comfortable, with small balconies and well-liked bathroom details. Families and short-stay visitors often call out the resort-like vibe, pool area, and the convenient shuttle/trolley connection to Universal Studios.
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