Palihotel Hollywood near Universal Studios

Mixed reports: several guests praised room cleanliness (“La pulizia della stanza”, “Clean and safe”), but multiple complaints about the pool being dirty and a persistent cigarette smell in parts of the hotel, so overall slightly below excellent.

Generally excellent — multiple mentions of very friendly, helpful staff (notably Dave described as exceptionally kind). One report of rude/careless handling during a booking/payment issue, but the dominant sentiment praises attentive staff.

Very good central location: described as close to restaurants and a peaceful oasis amid busy Hollywood/LA areas. Some guests noted street homelessness nearby, but overall location and convenience are strong positives.

Rooms are stylish and cosy with attractive décor and some pool-view rooms praised; negatives include small beds for two, shared balcony/privacy concerns, and reports of poor acoustic insulation and an old/scary elevator.

Nice pool area and bar are highlights, and parking described as very secure. However, several guests reported the pool was not clean and the lack/condition of the elevator was a downside.

Noted as a weak point: multiple guests felt the property was overpriced or not worth the money, cited parking surcharges and a severe payment/booking mishap that impacted perceived value.

Strong positives: the breakfast was described as delicious and the on-site bar received praise. A few mentions noted breakfast wasn’t included for some bookings, but F&B itself is highly regarded.

Predominantly positive stays with several glowing headlines (“Great boutique hotel experience”, “Loved it!”, “Best hotel perfect”), tempered by some strong negative reviews about value, pool cleanliness and smell; overall very good experience.