$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

3.7 / 5
21 out of 153
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.5
Value:
4.2

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
TravelKathryn
San Francisco Bay Areea
Jul 6, 2009

I wouldn't stay here again

They gave me a first floor room and I could hear the footsteps upstairs constantly. It even woke me up early in the morning. Even their conversations came through. The complimentary breakfast was worthless. Terrible coffee with fake powdered cream and puffy little flavorless muffins. There is a restaurant across the street as well as a McDonald's and doughnut shop a couple of doors away. I had a lot of internet work to do and was pulling out my hair over the slowness and occasional loss of connection. Having the pool was great during the hot weather. There was always a parking space. If you have a particular schedule and would like the cleaning crew to come in while you are out, it's best to make the arrangement. When I returned at 1pm and needed to start getting ready for the wedding, they hadn't cleaned my room yet, and I had to sit in the office and wait a half hour before I could start my shower. They furnish shampoo but no conditioner. There is a drug store a few doors away where you can buy some. They don't furnish bottled water and the Burbank water has a chemical taste, but there is that drug store and it also sells bottled water. The location is walking distance to quite a few things. If I recommended it to a friend, I would be sure they knew to get a second floor room and didn't even take the time to look at that breakfast. Oh, and I'd warn them about the internet.

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

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
New Jersey
Nov 3, 2009

Good deal

Booked hotel because of location near NBC studios - about a 15-20 minute walk. Warner Bros also down the block. Convenient to major highways and other attractions. Was told by desk clerk that I got a very good deal, almost half usual rate. Free parking and never had a problem finding a space. No on site restaurant but sister hotel is across street with small restaurant and bar. Quiet neighborhood.

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

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
San Antonio, TX
Nov 24, 2009

Great Value!!!

Great location for the the price...motel is a typical California sixties motel, but clean and well kept. Very close to Disney Studios and NBC Burbank. Would definately stay here again if price remains the same; approx $75 a night.

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

Hollywood, Burbank Airport, Studio City

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
St. George, Utah
May 6, 2010

Great Location and Food Choices

Good value for the price. My only objections are a smoker stood outside my room and talked on his cell phone both day and night. Had to park too far from my room.

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

P F Chang's is not to be missed - - at the Burbank Media Center shopping district.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
North Haven,CT
Jul 29, 2010

Close To Burbank Airport

Good value, great location

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

Burbank airport is only 10 minutes away

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
St. George, Utah
Dec 11, 2010

Decent Place

Decent hotel for the price. However, very slow in cleaning the rooms. I was gone for 7 hours one day, came back and had to ask that the room be cleaned. Stayed for 6 nights and the room was never cleaned before 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Other than that, the room was clean, the linens appeared to be new and I loved having the two sinks. I stay here each time I come to Burbank. Very good location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

New Burlington Coat Factory at the Burbank Media Center was a very nice store.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Utah
Nov 5, 2010

Decent Inn

A decent motel for the price. I usually stay here while in the Los Angeles area. However, this time my room didn't get cleaned until after 3:30p (I was gone from 8:30a until 3:00p) and I had to clean the TV screen since it was so dusty it was distorted the images.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

The mall at the Burbank Media Center is a very good place to shop. Macy's is extremely nice.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Utah
Jan 22, 2011

I Keep Coming Back

I come to the LA area quite often to visit my children and go to doctor appointments. I always stay at the Safari Inn. It is a clean motel, reasonably priced, and conveniently located to major attractions and some very good restaurants. I will be back.

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

Glendale Galleria is a large shopping center that is within easy driving distance of the motel.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

3
Kay88jay
Los Angeles, CA
Mar 13, 2013

Descent

It was a little overpriced I thought, however, it was a last minute booking so it was expected. However, I did not expect the inside of the inn to look as nice as it did. The outside looks like a mediocre motel but the inside is the complete opposite. The staff was pleasant as well.

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

The bistro is actually located at a hotel across the street. Not far but still a walk.

Review of Safari Inn

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Alaska
Jun 1, 2009

Safari Inn

Staff was very friendly and helpful. For a small hotel it had a lot of amenities, including a sun deck and laundry room.

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

The hotel's sun deck was a nice amenity!

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