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Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Mediterranean guesthouse also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
A stay at The Patrician Hollywood Universal places you in the heart of Pasadena, within a 10-minute drive of Pasadena Convention Center and Rose Bowl Stadium. This guesthouse is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Occidental College and 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from California Institute of Technology.
What's nearby
Norton Simon Museum(2.1 Miles)
Rose Bowl Stadium(2.6 Miles)
Occidental College(2.6 Miles)
Pasadena Convention Center(3.1 Miles)
Pasadena City Hall(3.2 Miles)
California Institute of Technology(4.3 Miles)
Glendale Galleria(5.9 Miles)
Americana at Brand(6.3 Miles)
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens(6.6 Miles)
Jet Propulsion Laboratory(6.8 Miles)
Angeles National Forest(7.3 Miles)
Keck Hospital of USC(7.3 Miles)
Los Angeles State Historic Park(7.6 Miles)
San Gabriel Mission(8.1 Miles)
LAC+USC Medical Center(8.2 Miles)
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)(13.7 Miles)
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal)(21.8 Miles)
Van Nuys, CA (VNY)(29.6 Miles)
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)(27 Miles)
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)(34.8 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Cycling
Horse riding
Norton Simon Museum (2.1 Miles)
Rose Bowl Stadium (2.6 Miles)
Occidental College (2.6 Miles)
Pasadena Convention Center (3.1 Miles)
Pasadena City Hall (3.2 Miles)
California Institute of Technology (4.3 Miles)
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350 ft²
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540 ft²
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279 ft²
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The Patrician Hollywood Universal is a distinctive hilltop B&B with sweeping city views, consistently praised for its warm, hands-on host TJ, immaculate spaces, and thoughtfully curated historic decor that creates a relaxed, intimate home-away-from-home vibe.
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What guests think
The Patrician Hollywood Universal is a distinctive hilltop B&B with sweeping city views, consistently praised for its warm, hands-on host TJ, immaculate spaces, and thoughtfully curated historic decor that creates a relaxed, intimate home-away-from-home vibe.
Guests repeatedly highlight generous breakfasts with fresh items and occasional evening cocktails. Rooms are comfortable and individually styled; note that some are small, a few use Jack-and-Jill shared bathrooms, and certain bathrooms feel dated or lack TVs. The scenic, quiet setting is convenient to Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, and broader LA by car or ride-share, but walkability is limited and parking can be tight though available. Expect a highly personal boutique stay focused on hospitality.
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Facilities
Hilltop terraces, gardens, and outdoor seating with expansive Pasadena/LA views are a frequent highlight. On-site parking is available; a couple reviews note it can be a bit tight but manageable.
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Stayed 8 nights
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Martin
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Stayed 1 night
Andrew
2 Sept 2024
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe the home and rooms as spotless and immaculately maintained.
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Roger
27 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Adam
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Stayed 2 nights
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Stayed 2 nights
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Stayed 2 nights
Sami
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Stayed 3 nights
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Joe
6 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Leif
20 Oct 2024
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, quiet, and individually decorated with historic character; some are small. A few use Jack-and-Jill shared bathrooms, one guest found a bathroom dated, and at least some rooms have no TV.
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Robert
10 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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20 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
carol
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Elizabeth
29 Oct 2024
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Nikolas
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
sasha
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Florencia
28 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabio
25 Jul 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Martin
25 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Service
Service from host TJ is widely praised as warm, attentive, and above-and-beyond, with helpful local tips and smooth check-ins. Many note personable hospitality, thoughtful touches, and a convivial atmosphere.
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19 Feb 2023
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Christopher
10 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Teri
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Donald
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Neena
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Gary
11 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Joe
6 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Andrew
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Jonathan
28 Mar 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
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Location
Scenic hilltop setting with sweeping views near Pasadena and the Rose Bowl, with driving or ride-share access to Hollywood and greater LA. Several guests note limited walkability and that driving is typically required.
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Derek
22 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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26 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Daniela
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
jesse
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Casey
20 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
carol
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
John
12 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Neena
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Steven
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Andrew
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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Dining
Breakfast is consistently praised as generous and high-quality, with fresh items like croissants, fruit, coffee, and fresh-squeezed juice; mornings double as friendly chat/planning time. Some guests also enjoyed host-made evening cocktails, especially lemon drops.
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Stayed 1 night
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Stayed 1 night
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Stayed 2 nights
Connie
17 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Teri
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Cynthia
2 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Norman
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Kirsten
26 Jun 2023
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Neena
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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Michael
7 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Viktor
21 Aug 2026
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Merrick
10 Aug 2026
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9 Jun 2026
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Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 for arrivals between 9:00 PM and 11:00 AM.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific accessibility needs.
The property is located in the heart of Pasadena, within a 10-minute drive of Pasadena Convention Center and Rose Bowl Stadium. It is approximately 2.6 miles from Occidental College and 4.3 miles from California Institute of Technology.
Guests under 25 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property. Children are not allowed to stay.
Extra beds are available for a fee of USD 50 per day, and advance request is required for rollaway beds.
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Garden
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Internet
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