Banana Bungalow’s location is fantastic! Right in the heart of Hollywood and steps away from all the hotspots. You can see the HOLLYWOOD sign right from the courtyard. We have loads of freebies including breakfast, Wi-Fi and social activities. Our staff is super friendly and helpful, ready to make your Los Angeles stay the best ever! The courtyard has amenities including a large screen TV, awesome lounge furniture with umbrellas, free coffee and tea, basketball, foosball, table tennis, large flame heaters, palm trees, music and more. Guests can also relax in the movie lounge or billiards room with free common computers, or enjoy the karaoke stage on-site with occasional live musical performances. Out back is the Tiki Garden which will transport you to a tropical island with Southern California sunbathing and an outdoor shower to cool off in. There is free fast reliable Wi-Fi throughout the property and secure affordable parking. Private rooms have a Queen bed plus one or two twin beds, a full bathroom, a full kitchen, TV with satellite channels, heating and air conditioning, a safe, a closet, a wall fan, and a USB charging station for your phone. Dorms have a full bathroom, full kitchen, TV with satellite channels, lockers, heating and air-conditioning and a USB charging station for your phone. Please see room descriptions for specific room amenities for the room you are booking. The Banana Bungalow is around 350 metres from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, 700 metres from the Capitol Records Building, 1.9 km from the Dolby Theater, 2.2 km from the Hollywood Bowl, while Griffith Observatory is 2.5 km from the property. We look forward to hosting you and making your travels in Los Angeles and Hollywood memorable and amazing ! Come and make some new friends at the Banana, Thank you!

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.0
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  • Julian_zizzle
    Canada Canada
    Location was great, although there are external factors regarding Hollywood avenue, as the homeless people are camping only 30 meters away from the hotel. But as this is not within hotels' control I will not downrate because of this. Staff was...
  • Hayran
    Brazil Brazil
    The location is great, price is fair, rooms are very good. The little kitchen in the room was really helpful, they receive packages and do not charge for it and breakfast was good
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great hostels and staff but the homeless problem of LA is destroying these businesses

Property surroundings

Facilities of Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs US$11 per day.
    Reception services
    • Lockers
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 23:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note: The credit card holder must be present at the time of check-in with the credit card and matching photo ID.

    For guests staying in the DORM room only: People under the age of 18 are not permitted to stay in dorm rooms.

    Couples must reserve two beds. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone. Couples must reserve two beds.

    To check in to a dorm you will be asked to provide proof of onward travel. We will also require a proof of VACCINATION or documentation of a negative COVID test done within 24 hours.

    Please DO NOT reserve a dorm without proof of current travel or you will not be accepted at check-in, sorry. Please reserve a private room if you have no proof of travel or proof of VACCINATION or documentation of a negative COVID test done within 24 hours.

    A valid VISA OR MASTERCARD CREDIT CARD IS REQUIRED

    to check in and the card must be in the name of the guest.

    Maximum stay is 28 days within a 3-month period.

    We have 48 hour cancellation policy.

    Dorms are for international travelers only.

    To check in to a dorm you will be asked to provide a passport with an international stamp

    within the last 6 months. Please DO NOT reserve a dorm without a stamped passport or

    you will not be accepted at check-in, sorry.

    Please reserve a private room if you do not have a stamped passport.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

    • Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel is 5 miles from the centre of Los Angeles. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Guests staying at Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Table tennis
      • Evening entertainment
      • Entertainment staff