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The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios

3.0 star property
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Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Property amenity
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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6141 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
  • Place, Hollywood Walk of Fame
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hollywood Boulevard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pantages Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬
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Room options

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(132 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Basic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Double Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Design Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Design Single Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Design Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

King Hollywood Sign View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Massive TV | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

King Massive TV

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

King Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios

Art Deco hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a 24-hour business centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios offers 86 accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 85-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the sightseeing around The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Hollywood Walk of Fame. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Clark Street Diner, a diner that serves American cuisine
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking, extended parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Hollywood Walk of Fame and a 2-minute drive from Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Los Angeles hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Clark Street Diner – This diner specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 35 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited number of on-site valet parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Clark Street Diner

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1926
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 85-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Bicycle storage
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness centre access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 30.00 for adults and USD 5.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 35.00 per day
  • Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Hollywood
Best Western Hollywood Hills Hotel
Best Western Hotel Hollywood Hills
Best Western Plus Hills Hotel
Best Western Plus Hollywood
Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills
Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills Hotel
Hollywood Best Western Hotel
Hollywood Best Western Plus
Hollywood Hills Best Western
Best Western Plus Hills
The Adler A Hollywood Hills
The Adler a Hollywood Hills Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Hollywood Hills Hotel
The Adler a Hollywood Hills Hotel Los Angeles
The Adler a Hollywood Hills Hotel Hotel Los Angeles

The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1045 out of 1643 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1643 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1643 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1643 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1643 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Halli

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES, WHITEFISH BAY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely interior, numerous celebrity photos and collages. Great diner attached. Only complaint is concerning street traffic as well as loud room air conditioner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very nice and friendly. Motel wasn’t exactly as I’d hoped with the high rating it had online; but it worked out fine for our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness
All really good 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Great hotel, fabulous staff, the rooms are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was as described, staff were helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

CHELSEA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and clean room. My only suggestion would be to clean the air conditioner in Room 219. I couldn’t use the aircon at night because it smelled so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very modern and clean. The diner was amazing! They had the valet service and as I was visiting Universal Studios this was a great choice as it’s very close to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clay

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

How Kuen

Travelled with family
The room was not made up every day. Need to get clean towels by myself from the reception
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Daleville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel!!! So neat and clean!! Affordable and everyone was so polite and helpful. Pool was clean and refreshing. And our room was amazing. Just what i wanted with the view of the Hollywood sign from our room!! My new favorite hotel ever!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely big room, staff were lovely and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jovan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Housekeeping availability upon request only. We requested it and did not recive it. 4 days no clean towels no trash thrown. The pictures on website are catfished. Rooms are tiny located outside access very loud Housekeeping outdide of rooms but dont go to your room. Loud talking early in the morning
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun hotel

Such a fun hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Valet and staff are very friendly. Check-in was a breeze. 2nd time staying here and I would book this hotel again and again while in L.A.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla, Manteca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laverne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friends and I love this place! Can’t recommend it enough for anywhere Hollywood or universal . We stay here every year for horror nights and will doing so for a long time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025