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Reviews of Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel 2 stars

5920 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

#208 of 392 hotels in Los Angeles

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1177 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    8.0
    Nice !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outside location not the safest but LA has its parts as well all know

    Nice staff and cute room. We had the private room and it has parking available

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's a fan in the room, but air con would be more effective and less noisy. Otherwise we were very happy.

    Excellent location, extremely friendly staff, food room, kitchen and bathroom size. Parking available for $6 a night.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We got a different room from the one I booked.

    The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast had several and delicious options 🤗. Location was nice and close to metro station.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    7.0
    Good location and good value, the staff was a bit disorganized but very friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was quite sad and lacking, would definitely recommend adding a few more options there. Our room wasn’t ready at the check in time and we had to wait outside while they finished. Quite unprofessional. There was also a mixup about our parking spot which was sorted in the end.

    Great location, nice big rooms. Good vibe in general with lots of young people.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was small however for this price I didn't expect much, so it wasn't even that bad.

    Location was excellent. 5 minute walk from the main Hollywood Road. The price was also excellent

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Likes are beyond

    Perfect hideout

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    8.0
    We had a bit of an issue when we first arrived and were placed in a shared room, we had to go talk with the staff twice
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views are amazing!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    A nice and decent place to stay. Free drinks, burger on Saturday!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking assignment is not strictly implemented.

    Every morning someone cleans the room- vacuum, toilet clean up, scented spray. Nice and soft mattress

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a very welcoming place! You feel part of a small community, and It's easy to meet people and make new friends. Shout out to the guy making breakfast, he's the best! I would definitely recommend this place

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2024

    8.0
    Good place for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be great if the kitchen had more cooking implements and more cutlery, plates, glasses, etc.

    Good location. Staff really friendly, they do a lot of activities for guests.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room not cleaned daily. Dirty toilets

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    8.0
    Great location great staff great events free breakfast fully equipped
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were a little dirty just needed a good vac un and to have some trash picked but off the floor

    Free breakfast Great facilities basketball ping pong Pool table cafe bar computers ATM Friendly helpful staff

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    8.0
    Cool hostel with everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed frames in the dorms are made of metal, so they are not very comfortable to go up to the top bunk, and it squeeks and move when the other person moves. There are not enough plugs in the room.

    Amazing staff, very helpful and friendly. Good vibe, easy to meet people, especially thanks to the many free activities organised by the hostel. It seems weird at first, because the common area is essentially the parking lot, but it's actually really nice. The dorms are surprisingly very quiet even when there is music outside, so if you don't want to participate in the parties, it's not a problem. Overall, it's all pretty clean. Each dorm has a kitchen and a bathroom, so you share with only 5 other people maximum! It's close to bus stations, a metro station, the walk of fame by foot, and of course there's a parking lot. Also, the towels are included.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    8.0
    Nice tone
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was unaware that the hostel was for travel only. As I was being convenient for an event. A little of a hassle

    Its very cute. Basketball, tub nice studio style rooms with cooking rages and dining. Like an adults only vibe. Nice

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    9.0
    Great to stay in, i recommend it
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were good but sometimes random people they come into room even they don’t stay with us, other than that we enjoyed our stay

    The staff are super nice, shooot out to antonyo and kiki they were the best staff ever, everyone is nice and kind, breakfast was great too

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Internet issues : they have almost six different Wi-Fi addresses and you have to shuffle to get the best signal!The hotel( or hostel) is generally at a great location but it is almost at the end of "walk of fame". Which means you have to cross some homeless tents before reaching the hotel , alone. For LA native, I am sure it's nothing! But new people like me will feel uncomfortable for sure.

    At first, the place looks unsafe and shady to me. But it was quite nice. Especially, for budget travel in a crazy expensive city like LA. I Like the tiki garden, friendly staff at breakfast. Their parking facilities were impressive and the laundry place was super busy. That means people are staying there for a long time! We also saw lots of activities in the courtyard, including family activities. It was the first time LA visit for my mom and she likes the place!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    9.0
    I had a lively and enjoyable stay, with its prime location and friendly atmosphere in LA.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I place where they serve the breakfast is good. And the staff is very friendly and helpful. The hostel is perfectly situated in Hollywood, making it easy to visit popular attractions like the Walk of Fame. The hostel has a lively and friendly atmosphere, with plenty of opportunities to meet fellow travelers.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Irena at front desk was extremely helpful she was wonderful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2024

    8.0
    Great for those looking for something affordable and with opportunities to meet new people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A/C units could use updating. The room would stay quite warm, however a fan was provided and helped. Keep in mind that we did stay during summer time.

    Staff and other travelers were friendly and made the stay comfortable/fun. Free breakfast and social gatherings were much appreciated and added to the experience. Great location, near and accessible to many places.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff personnel (they only have staff at reception) at times gets overwhelmed with people and stuff to do. This has an impact on their attitude and sometimes customer service is not excellent. However, they do fairly well. Also, they asked for a 200 usd deposit and gave me no receipt for this money, management should improve this asap.

    Room was awesome for a hostal

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Irena has been an angel very helpful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    7.0
    End of the day good place for to stay while cost saving
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Volunteer staff always ask cigarettes Weed is allowed in LA it’s ok but everyone is smoking in front of my room window so it smells bad Backpackers are really nice but they make to much noise and you can’t complain about this because workers are also having party with the guests There are lots of homeless people around the hostel if u go out you can be a bit feel under stressful while walking at dirty area You need to ask always for cleaning room service

    Location is very close to walk of fame downtown Meeting with many People from all around the world Kiki is the great staff Everyone is friendly and helpful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Please enforce quiet hour between 11-8 we got no sleep :(

    Great vibe! Fun games

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The neighborhood feels sketchy because of all the homeless near the property

    Staff was great and the rooms and bathrooms were clean

    Stayed in July 2024

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