$109 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 29, 2013

Safari Inn

3 stars
1911 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, CA 91506
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
153 reviews
Courtesy, Comfort and Value

We were greeted on arrival by the nicest staff we have ever dealt with. They were fast and... See full review

  • Katniss12
  • Jan 8, 2013
Low cost, low profile....perfect.

It was a very good experience. We did not encounter any problems such as loud neighbors or too much... See full review

  • cool ek
  • Dec 11, 2011
Boutique charmer with retro-Southern California style, close to studios

With a colorfully vibrant retro design, the boutique Safari Inn evokes vintage Southern California charm. The hotel is remarkably close to Disney, Universal, Warner Bros. and NBC studios and is within convenient driving distance from all major business and leisure destinations in L.A. The hotel's complimentary Internet access, fitness center, outdoor pool and shuttle service to and from the Bob Hope Airport along with its in-house bistro will satisfy guests in between leisure excursions. Free parking and a pet-friendly policy make it a great choice.

Highlights
  • Close to major film and television studios, including Warner Bros., Disney, Universal and NBC
  • Free parking
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet in all guest rooms
Rooms

Each of the Safari Inn's 55 brightly decorated, colorful guest rooms come with a king bed or two double beds. Guests enjoy complimentary Internet access and Premium Television Channels. Oversize work desks perfectly suit the needs of business travelers, and the hotel's pet-friendly policy allows for up to two pets per room with a per-stay fee and a refundable deposit. Superior Suites offer extra living space and a separate bedroom.

Features

With its close proximity to many of L.A.'s major TV and film studios, the Safari Inn is ideal for entertainment-industry travelers as well as fun-seekers who want to stay within close driving distance of Universal Studios Theme Park, Griffith Park and other Hollywood sights and dining and shopping. An outdoor pool, fitness center and high-speed Internet access are all complimentary, and guests can also enjoy the welcoming atmosphere, appetizing bistro fare and delightful martinis at the in-house Olive's Bistro & Lounge.

Transportation
  • Complimentary shuttle to/from Bob Hope Airport
  • Bob Hope Airport (3 mi/5 km)
  • Los Angeles International Airport (18 mi/27 km)
Attractions
  • Media Center Mall (1.5 mi/2 km)
  • Universal Studios Hollywood Theme Park & Universal City Walk (3 mi/4 km)
  • Griffith Park & Observatory (5 mi/7 km)
  • Grauman's Chinese Theater & Hollywood Walk of Fame (6 mi/9 km)
  • J. Paul Getty Museum (11 mi/18 km)
  • Santa Monica Beach & Third Street Promenade (16 mi/25 km)
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain (25 mi/38 km)
Business
  • 500-square-foot meeting facility

Safari Inn Rooms

Standard
Large room with two double beds or one king bed. Amenities include: Large desk with data port and voice mail, Cable television with in-room movies, Premium Television Channels, Iron and ironing board Complimentary in-room coffee and tea service, Mini refrigerators, Complimentary high-speed wireless, Internet, Hair dryer, Complimentary local calls, please contact the hotel directly for Accessible/ADA rooms. Bedding type not guaranteed, based on availability.

Amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • FREE parking
  • Pool
General
Concierge
Pets allowed
Activities
Pool
Health club
Spa services
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Conference facilities
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

34.1657 -118.3252
Area served
Burbank, CA
Nearby airports
Burbank Airport, LAX- Los Angeles International Airport.
Area description
Located in the heart of the Burbank Media District, close to Disney Studios, Warner Brothers, NBC, and the Media Center Mall.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
The Safari Inn offers an elegantly appointed meeting room that can accommodate up to 35 guests. This versatile 500 square foot room features two large picture windows allowing for natural light when desired. Book this beautiful space for professional business meetings or private luncheons and receptions. Catering for meetings and events is provided by Olive's Bistro and Lounge

Dining

Olive's Bistro & Lounge
Grabbing a bite at Olive's Bistro & Lounge, maybe what you are in the mood for. This eatery boasts a unique menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a warm cafe setting. Whatever you're looking for, it's all here for you to discover. Don't forget to try one of our famous martinis. Olive's Bistro & Lounge, available daily from 6 AM to 10PM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (153)

Ratings and reviews for Safari Inn

Overall score

3.6 / 5
153 out of 153
Amenities:
3.4
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.3
Value:
4

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
New jersey
Aug 19, 2009

Good value

Clean, pretty quiet and great location. Parking wasn't the best. Breakfast is breads and orange juice. Coffee and Tea with powdered cream- no milk. The lowest-end continental breakfast possible. Good for the price. No wireless internet, but it's everywhere in Burbank.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Burbank, CA
Sep 26, 2009

It fit our needs perfectly

We were there to visit relatives so didn't spend much time at the motel. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. That is what is important to us. It was close to relatives home. A drug store and restaurants close by.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Keyport, NJ
Oct 18, 2009

Good!

Room was a good size and clean. Staff was very pleasant. Location is good, a short distance from Universal Studios. Plenty of decent places to eat nearby. Pool was small and free breakfast was nothing to write home about, they didn't even have real milk for the coffee, just the powder stuff. But my main concern was cleanliness, and I have no complaints about that.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Francisco, CA
Oct 20, 2009

Unbeatable location for the price

Safari Inn is a quiet and restful place with a nice spotless rooms. Swimming pool is kind of small but it's unbeatable location for the price paid though.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

Universal Studios and Hollywood are really close to the hotel what was a main reason this plase was chosen. It was a very right pick.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Mount Shasta, CA
Oct 14, 2009

Great value, good location

Close to freeways & downtown Burbank.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

"P.F. Chang's" has excellent food & service at reasonable prices. Good dining choices in downtown Burbank village.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Atlanta Georgia
Oct 29, 2009

A very good business hotel.

I have stayed at this hotel before. The fact that it is centrally located means a lot to me. It is also very quiet with few distractions. The only thing I would like to see at this location is an elevator. I would like to see some new softer towels. I always recommend this hotel to my business friends.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

A restaurant down the street: Ribs USA. This is an excellent place to kick back and eat. Just don't wear a white shirt. If you do they will give you a plastic bib.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
TravelingSoundGuy
Business
NYC
Nov 9, 2009

Great Burbank Value

The rooms aren't much to look at, but the bed is one of the most comfortable I've slept in and the room was spotless. It didn't apply on this trip, but a big thumbs up for also being pet friendly. I'll stay here again. Great value!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Head to Porto's on Hollywood Way/Magnolia for breakfast. It's not free like the motel's, but the pastry is fantastic.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Middle class couple
Denver, CO
Nov 19, 2009

Great value, location and clean

Great location- minutes from Universal, easy access to Hollywood and other popular tourist favorites. The staff was very helpful and friendly. If you are looking for a clean hotel at a reasonable price the Safari is a great option. Parking is free. The amenities are not extravigant but has what you need. If you are looking for your hotel to be part of The entertainment it may not be for you. However if you are looking for a clean reasonibly priced place to stay while you explore LA the Safari Inn would defnately have to be on the list.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Paradise, CA
Dec 2, 2009

Always consistent..very clean

We stay twice a year for about 10 days each time to visit family. Hotel is perfect (location, cleanliness etc) but the free continental breakfast is laughable (miniscule pastries & the tiniest apples ever seen). Definitely time to upgrade. Parking lot designed for minis so navigate carefully. No other complaints, very comfortable stay overall.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Loved the Tallyrand restaurant across the street for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Full bar downstairs and nice menu -- very nice atmosphere overall.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Antonio
Jan 12, 2010

Great Trip!

Great location for going to the Rose Bowl BCS Championship Game. Loved the Burbank area. So much more laid back than the rest of LA. Olive Bistro had great breakfast. We will go back next time we're in the LA area. Thanks!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Olive Bistro and Sushi Bar just in next block. Both were excellent!

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